Experimental Physicist II

Job Description

Job Title: Experimental Physicist II (Scalable Gate Model Processors). Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the design and development of scalable multi-qubit superconducting quantum processors
• Develop and run experiments to characterize performance of fabricated quantum devices
• Perform coherence measurements such as T1, T2, Ramsey, echo, and noise spectroscopy;
• Identify decoherence mechanisms and use data to improve device design and control
• Develop, calibrate, and validate high-fidelity single-qubit and two-qubit gates
• Diagnose scaling limitations in control, readout, calibration, and noise
• Collaborate on simulations and device parameter studies with cross-functional teams
• Build and improve software infrastructure for qubit modeling, calibration, and operation;
• Document and communicate research findings clearly to engineering and research teams

Qualifications:

• PhD or MSc in quantum computing, physics, or related experimental field
• Experience in qubit measurement and control, especially superconducting systems
• Strong problem-solving and independent research skills;
• Experience in experimental data analysis and quantum device characterization
• Ability to work in interdisciplinary research and engineering teams
• Strong communication skills for technical reporting

Preferred:

• Experience with superconducting device fabrication or quantum control systems
• Background in RF or microwave engineering and low-noise electronics
• Experience calibrating and characterizing superconducting qubits;
• Knowledge of scalable two-qubit coupling schemes and crosstalk reduction techniques
• Experience with version control and collaborative software development

Benefits and Compensation:

• Base salary range: CAD 100,000 – 150,000 per year
• Equity, bonus, and total rewards package
• Opportunity to work on large-scale quantum processor development
• Hybrid work environment;
• Strong research culture with global collaboration

Other Information:

• Must be able to adapt to changing priorities in research environment
• Requires collaboration across multidisciplinary quantum teams
• Equal opportunity employer with strong inclusion focus;
• No third-party candidates accepted