Qubit Control IC Designer

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Job Description: 

Job Description:
Are you ready to be at the forefront of the quantum computing revolution? Join Intel's groundbreaking quantum computing team as a Qubit Control IC Designer, where you'll help shape the future of computing technology. This is an extraordinary opportunity to work on one of the most exciting and challenging frontiers in technology, designing the critical control electronics that will power Intel's quantum computers and potentially transform how we solve the world's most complex problems.
Why Join Us? This is your chance to be part of a revolutionary technology that will define the future of computing. You'll work with world-class engineers, access cutting-edge Intel technologies, and contribute to breakthroughs that could solve problems previously thought impossible. Join us in building the quantum computers of tomorrow.
Job Summary: In this position, you will be joining a team of incredibly talented engineers focused on the challenging task of building the control electronics for Intel quantum computers. The team is focused on leveraging the latest Intel CMOS processes, packaging, and integration technologies to develop novel qubit control architectures and circuits that can scale to millions of qubits. You'll be working at the intersection of cutting-edge semiconductor technology and quantum physics, creating solutions that push the boundaries of what's possible in computing.
Ready to help build the future of quantum computing? Apply now and be part of this extraordinary journey.
Key Responsibilities:
System Architecture and Design:

• Architect, design, and test complex mixed-signal system-on-chip (SoC) and FPGA solutions that interface the microinstruction layer of the quantum computing stack to actual qubits

• Generate complex control signals required to drive and read qubit states with precision and reliability

• Signal Integrity Excellence:

• Perform signal integrity analysis and optimization for qubit chips to ensure optimal performance

• Apply electromagnetic (EM) modeling and simulation tools for signal integrity and crosstalk analysis

• Collaborative Innovation:

• Work in close collaboration with both software/algorithms and qubit development teams to create integrated solutions

• Bridge the gap between quantum physics and practical electronic implementation

Qualifications:

Qualifications:
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates. Experience listed below would be obtained through relevant previous job and/or research experience.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree, with 5+ years of relevant experience. Qualified experience may have been gained through professional employment, academic institutions, research activities, university projects, coursework, or other comparable educational and professional endeavors.

• Experience with RF/analog/mixed-signal circuit tape-out completed in an advanced process technology and lab testing

• Experience with silicon prototyping flow (design, validation, layout, tape-out, testing)

• Experience with architecture, design, implementation, and verification of mixed-signal systems including circuit blocks such as LNAs, Mixers, PAs, PLLs, VCOs, ADCs, DACs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with electromagnetic (EM) modeling and simulation tools and their application to signal integrity/crosstalk analysis for high-speed/high-density on-chip/on-package interconnect

• Experience in high-level system design and validation with behavioral models (e.g., Matlab, Verilog, Veriloga, System Verilog, etc.)

• Expertise with DSP/signal processing skills

• Experience with quantum computing

• Expertise for qubit design, fabrication, and control (preferred focus on spin qubits)

• Hands-on experience with qubit characterization and control with dilution refrigerators and room lab-grade control electronics

          

Job Type:College Grad

Shift:Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location: US, Oregon, Hillsboro

Additional Locations:US, Arizona, Phoenix, US, California, Folsom, US, California, San Jose, US, California, Santa Clara, US, Colorado, Fort Collins, US, Massachusetts, Beaver Brook, US, Texas, Austin

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Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $122,440.00-232,190.00 USD

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.The application window for this job posting is expected to end by 09/21/2026

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