Staff Superconducting IC Designer (Quantum Computing)

TL;DR

Staff Superconducting IC Designer (Quantum Computing): Designing and optimizing superconducting chips at the core of quantum computers with an accent on Josephson junctions, SQUIDs, and EDA toolchain improvement. Focus on scaling superconducting IC layouts, resolving architectural limitations, and providing technical leadership for processor development.

Location: Hybrid (Burnaby, BC, Canada)

Salary: 168,000 - 230,000 CAD per year

Company

A leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services, being the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers.

What you will do

• Create large-scale superconducting integrated circuit layouts.
• Use analytical and numerical simulations to model and understand devices.
• Work with and improve custom software infrastructure for superconducting IC design.
• Drive strategic IC design improvements and resolve systemic architectural limitations.
• Set direction on design development and processes, balancing technical and project constraints.
• Provide deep technical leadership and mentor engineers across teams.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree in electronic engineering, physics, computer science, or a related field.
• Graduate degree with 6+ years of experience, or an undergraduate degree with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Significant experience in industrial or commercial environments.
• Proven leadership in large-scale IC design and optimization.
• Strong understanding of applied electromagnetic theory and programming skills.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid model in Burnaby, BC, Canada.

Nice to have

• Expertise in superconducting ICs, qubit design, or RF/microwave IC design.
• Experience with EDA software development or quantum-mechanical modeling.
• Proficiency with tools such as Ansys EDA, Keysight ADS, Cadence, Comsol, or WRspice.
• Proficiency in Common Lisp, Python, and Cadence SKILL.

Culture & Benefits

• Company ownership through equity and competitive base pay.
• Culture of straight talk, empathy, and openness to diverse opinions.
• Accountability-driven environment with a focus on results.
• Supportive leadership focused on coaching and empowering employees.
• Inclusive environment celebrating a range of expertise from graduates to domain experts.