Quantum Engineer, Readout and Reset Focus (UK)

As a Quantum Engineer you will be helping to unlock new performance levels from our quantum processors both in the UK and US. In your daily work, you will design and execute experiments to calibrate and improve dispersive readout and qubit reset performance, perform measurements and data analysis, and propose new experimental solutions to improve device performance. You will work cross-functionally with a diverse set of engineers and scientists, with expertise spanning cryogenics, device design and fabrication, RF electronics, and software development, to identify limitations and develop a set of tools to improve calibration of readout performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently design and execute experimental programs to develop qubit readout and reset calibrations
• Identify and address complex gaps in existing technology through collaborative work with cross-functional teams
• Define and test new pulse schemes, developing tooling such as investigation into pulse shaping

About You

• A Ph. D. in experimental physics
• A demonstrated expertise in experimental problem solving and experimental research 
• Experience with superconducting technologies, especially dispersive readout
• Ability to focus on defined goals and quickly adapt a plan in view of new data
• Strong coding skills, especially strong experience with Python
• Enjoys teamwork and inter-team collaboration
• Track record of meaningful accomplishments in quantum science or related fields

Nice to Have

• Experience with superconducting quantum devices, time-domain measurements, single- and two-qubit gates
• Hands on experience with cryogenic systems and measurements
• Command of RF measurement techniques
• Prior technical role in an industry or start-up environment
• Prior experience on R&D with a focus on product development

As engineering leaders, we value diversity and are committed to building a culture of inclusion to attract and engage innovative thinkers. Our technology, meant to serve all of humanity, cannot succeed if those who built it do not mirror the diversity of the communities we serve. Applications from women, minorities, and other under-represented groups are encouraged.

About Rigetti

Rigetti Computing is a pioneer in full-stack quantum computing. The company has operated quantum computers over the cloud since 2017 and serves global enterprise, government, and research clients through its Rigetti Quantum Cloud Services platform. The company’s proprietary quantum-classical infrastructure provides ultra-low latency integration with public and private clouds for high-performance practical quantum computing. Rigetti has developed the industry’s first multi-chip quantum processor for scalable quantum computing systems. The company designs and manufactures its chips in-house at Fab-1, the industry’s first dedicated and integrated quantum device manufacturing facility. Rigetti was founded in 2013 and today employs more than 150 people with offices in the United States, U.K., and Australia. Learn more at www.rigetti.com.

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