Quantum Design Engineer

Location: On-site in Delft, Netherlands

Company

hirify.global develops superconducting quantum processors using its VIO™ QPU architecture, with a focus on scalable quantum computing hardware.

What you will do

• Design and simulate next-generation qubit chips and modular, scalable QPU architectures.
• Develop manufacturable device architectures that improve performance, coherence, qubit fidelity, yield, and R&D cycle time.
• Design and optimize nonreciprocal superconducting circuits, including parametric amplifiers and isolators, for cryogenic readout chains.
• Perform electromagnetic simulations and analyze frequency allocation, crosstalk, packaging, and interconnect strategies.
• Correlate simulation results with experimental data and collaborate with experimentalists and device engineers on rapid design-to-test iterations.
• Automate parametric device generation, simulation sweeps, and data post-processing using Python.

Requirements

• MSc in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 2+ years of industry experience, or a PhD with relevant hands-on experience.
• Strong Python skills for design automation, simulation control, and data analysis.
• Experience with electromagnetic simulation and chip design tools such as Ansys HFSS-Q3D and KLayout.
• Solid understanding of microwave engineering, quantum noise sources, and fabrication methods.
• Knowledge of cQED devices and superconducting circuit design.
• Ability to work on-site in Delft, Netherlands.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Git and Qiskit-Metal.
• Experience designing nonreciprocal superconducting circuits, such as parametric amplifiers, or advanced readout techniques.

Culture & Benefits

• High-performing R&D environment with world-class quantum hardware experts.
• Competitive salary with an 8% holiday allowance.
• Generous pension plan with partner and dependent coverage.
• Flexible working practices, open vacation policy, and outcome-focused culture.
• Learning and development budget, team events, offsites, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Hiring process

• Pre-employment screening may be required as part of the recruitment process.