Quantum Computer Hardware Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Quantum Computer Hardware Engineer. Location: Singapore

Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain an on-premises Helios quantum computer as part of a small team.

• Execute periodic maintenance plans for electrical, mechanical, and optical subsystems to maximize system performance and reliability.

• Troubleshoot hardware subsystems and restore the quantum computer to service when issues arise.

• Update and improve system maintenance plans, operating procedures, and technical documentation;

• Collaborate with local and global teams on maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.

• Build, validate, optimize, maintain, and troubleshoot complex scientific equipment and engineered systems.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Optics, or a hands-on engineering discipline.

• At least two years of laboratory research and development experience in an academic institution or industry R&D environment, including experience gained during a degree.

• Hands-on experience building, validating, optimizing, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex scientific equipment or highly engineered products.

• Ability to communicate technical and non-technical information clearly in spoken and written English;

• Willingness and availability to travel internationally for training or business needs, including at short notice.

• Due to U.S. Government national security requirements, candidates must not be nationals of China or Russia unless they are also U.S. citizens.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Optics, or a hands-on engineering field.

• Experience with atomic physics systems, superconducting qubits, or other quantum computing platforms;

• Familiarity with lasers, cryogenics, ultra-high vacuum systems, laboratory hardware control, and digital and analog electronics.

• Proficiency in Python.

• Experience in instrumentation, automation, or test engineering.

• Strong documentation, technical writing, and presentation skills, demonstrated through technical documentation, presentations, conference participation, or peer-reviewed engineering and scientific publications.

• Evidence of successful teamwork and collaboration toward shared goals.

• International experience working across locations, cultures, or time zones.

• Singapore work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Competitive compensation.

• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance.

• Opportunities for professional growth and work on advanced quantum computing technology.

• Comprehensive rewards package designed to support employee well-being and long-term success.

Additional Information:

• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, with no application deadline.

• Employment is subject to the company's applicable recruitment and screening procedures.

• The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace.

• Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment and interview process upon request through the company's "Let's Talk" contact form.

• AI tools may assist with application reviews, resume analysis, response assessment, and identifying potential inconsistencies in application materials. Final hiring decisions are made by humans;

• The role supports the operation of a Helios quantum computer in Singapore as part of a partnership with Singapore's National Quantum Office.