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Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. At Microsoft Quantum, we aim to empower science and scientists to solve the world’s biggest problems by realizing advanced computing platforms at the intersection of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and quantum information technology. Microsoft Quantum will change the world of computing and help solve some of humankind’s currently unsolvable problems. We are seeking a Principal Quantum Engineer with a background in materials, fabrication, and/or electrical characterization of solid state quantum technologies to participate in the research and development of our qubits. This role will have an opportunity to have a meaningful influence on a revolutionary technology. The research effort includes a diverse staff of theoretical and experimental physicists, hardware designers and software engineers around the world.
Job Responsibility:
Lead cross-functional technical work across materials, fabrication, and electrical characterization
Improve operational efficiency and balance and prioritize resources across projects
Review data to glean actionable insights to improve device and material performance
Collaborate effectively across teams, demonstrating clear communication
Embody our culture and values
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics or related field AND 8+ years’ experience in industry or in a research and development environment
OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field AND 6+ years’ experience in industry or in a research and development environment
OR Doctorate in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field AND 3+ years’ experience in industry or in a research and development environment
OR equivalent experience
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements
Microsoft Cloud Background Check
Citizenship & Citizenship Verification
Ability to leverage AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency
Ability to design and build AI agents/copilots
Effective interdisciplinary technical communication skills
Willingness to take accountability for creating clarity and delivering project success
Nice to have:
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field AND 12+ years’ experience in industry or in a research and development environment
OR Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field AND 8+ years’ experience in industry or in a research and development environment
OR Doctorate in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or related field AND 5+ years’ experience in industry or in a research and development environment
OR equivalent experience
12+ years’ experience with experimental work with growth, fabrication, or measurement of semiconductor devices
4+ years’ experience with technical project management
4+ years’ experience with solid state quantum technology
Hands-on experience with industrial statistics techniques
Experience with superconducting radio-frequency (RF) devices