3 months ago
Delft, NetherlandsMid Level
Responsibilities
- Implement, improve, test, and maintain automated Python software for characterizing and calibrating large-scale quantum processors.
- Develop automation for resonator spectroscopy, crosstalk matrices, single- and two-qubit gate calibration, readout optimization, and continuous recalibration.
- Write, review, and maintain modular code using software engineering practices including automated testing, documentation, and version control.
- Own software functionality from initial concept through coding, validation, review, and integration.
- Collaborate with Processor Development, Production, software engineers, and experimental physicists to improve calibration workflows.
Requirements
- PhD or Master’s degree in Physics, Quantum Information, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science; a Master’s degree must be paired with 2+ years of equivalent industry experience.
- At least 2 years of hands-on experience with cryogenic measurement of multi-qubit superconducting quantum processors, including two-qubit gate calibration.
- Strong Python proficiency and a record of writing clean, modular, maintainable software for data acquisition, automation, or scientific pipelines.
- Working knowledge of object-oriented design, Git, code review, and testing frameworks.
- Ability to bridge experimental quantum physics with production software engineering in a multidisciplinary environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and an 8% holiday allowance.
- Generous pension plan with partner and dependent coverage.
- Flexible hybrid work setup and an open vacation policy.
- Learning and development budget based on individual ambitions, development needs, and performance.
- Team events, offsites, and other opportunities to connect with colleagues.
- Pre-employment screening may be required as part of the recruitment process.