Foundry Engineer
Summary
Develops and tests microfabricated ion traps for quantum computers, collaborating with manufacturers and physicists to design, document, and optimize fabrication flows for next-gen quantum hardware.
At Universal Quantum, we aim to make the world a better place by developing a new computer technology. Together, we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. Our machines will be capable of solving problems until now considered impossible, with applications ranging across a broad range of industries, including healthcare, materials and aerospace.
We are looking to hire a Foundry Engineer to develop, design, work with fabricators, and test microfabricated Paul traps for quantum computers. Passionate about helping create technologies which can change the world? We may be the right place for you, so get in touch!
What You’ll Accomplish
- Create and review fabrication flows with external manufacture partners
- Act as technical liaison with ion trap manufacturers
- Create design rules and product development kits for use in design
- Work with package designers to develop packages and assembly procedures
- Designs masks for test purposes to inform future designs
- Document designs and simulations
- Work on diverse projects spanning a wide range of microfabrication techniques
Requirements
The 3 Most Critical Attributes We’ll Use to Compare Candidates
- Hands-on microfabrication techniques
- GDS mask design abilities
- Strong communication skills
Must-have Skills
- Hands on experience in cleanrooms designing, running and testing microfabrication flows
- Mask design (e.g. KLayout)
- Able to write clear, technical documents
- Experience with design for test and manufacture
- Must be able to work with physicists, engineers, and non-technical team members
- Familiar with electrical testing methods and equipment
- PhD/master's degree in physics, electronic engineering, or a related discipline
- Ability to research novel microfabrication techniques and port to manufacturable flows
Nice-to-have Skills
- Experience fabricating ion traps
- FEM analysis in a commercial tool – ideally ANSYS
- Design and implement test harnesses of microfabricated structures
- Package and assembly design experience
- Experience working with commercial foundries
- Familiarity with commercial design toolset (Synopsys, Custom Compiler etc.)