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. We are looking for a diverse set of talented and focused people to accelerate the delivery of useful quantum computers. Microsoft has an internal program pursuing topological qubits for large-scale quantum computing. We are also working closely with a growing list of companies to advance their qubit modalities and bring them to market on the Microsoft Quantum accelerator platform. The quantum product acceleration team is seeking a Senior Quantum Hardware Engineer to understand, design, and develop quantum chips and related hardware on the quantum plane of a quantum computer. You will help accelerate progress and bridge the gap between the hardware engineers making and measuring qubits—such as topological, semiconductor, or superconducting qubits—with members of the architecture, software, and systems integration teams at Microsoft and with partner companies in the Azure Quantum accelerator platform. As a senior hardware engineer, you will be responsible for making dramatic improvements to the quantum plane devices and architecture of future quantum computers. You will work alongside talented hardware and software engineers---both within Microsoft and with our partners---in a start-up like environment that values speed and people with broad skillsets. **Responsibilities** + Research and describe key aspects of qubit and component technologies. + Propose, design, and model/simulate novel approaches to qubits and qubit gates. + Interface with modeling, fabrication, measurement, hardware, and systems teams to accelerate key aspects of quantum computer subsystems and products. + Monitor and have commanding understanding of present-state of relevant technology trends both within and outside the company. + Serve as bridge between our team and hardware development and architecture teams to accelerate the product roadmap to a useful quantum computer. + Evaluate factors such as reporting formats required, cost and schedule constraints, and need for security restrictions to determine product roadmap. + If theory, an ability to design and model multiple qubit and quantum gate approaches and significant experience applying that knowledge to the creation of novel quantum plane architectures. + If experimental, an ability to build cryogenic testing systems for solid-state qubits and experience measuring solid-state qubits. Other: + Embody our Culture (https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/about/corporate-values) and Values (https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/culture) **Qualifications** **Required/minimum qualifications:** + Doctorate in Physics, Quantum Information Science, or a related discipline AND 1+ years experience in industry + OR Master's Degree in Physics, Quantum Information Science, or a related discipline AND 4+ years experience in industry + OR Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Quantum Information Science, or a related discipline AND 6+ years experience in industry + OR equivalent experience. + Demonstrated deep knowledge of solid-state (semiconductor and/or superconducting) device physics in domains relevant for quantum computer development. + Demonstrated deep knowledge of approaches to solid-state quantum computer control and architectures at the quantum plane, including relevance to quantum error correction and quantum architectures. + Ability to tie scientific progress and milestones to product and product acceleration timelines. **Other Requirements:** + Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:  + Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter. + Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations or Export Administration Regulations, the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of citizenship, U.S. permanent residency, or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate’s citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable + Must be willing and able to travel (domestic and international) to support program activities (25-50%). **Preferred Qualifications:** + Doctorate in Physics, Quantum Information Science, or a related discipline AND 3+ years experience in industry + OR Master's Degree in Physics, Quantum Information Science, or a related discipline AND 6+ years experience in industry + OR Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Quantum Information Science, or a related discipline AND 8+ years experience in industry + OR equivalent experience. + Able to work in fast moving environment with team members who are geographically separated. + Demonstrated creativity, exceptional verbal and written communication skills, and analytical and problem solving ability. Quantum Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $117,200 - $229,200 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $153,600 - $250,200 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay Microsoft will accept applications for the role until February 26, 2025. \#SMTCareers Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .