Device Design Engineer, Quantum AI

Job Description

Job Title: Quantum Device Design Engineer. Location: Goleta, CA or Mountain View, CA (You may express your location preference when applying)

You'll contribute to both research and development activities by working with physical layout tools like K-Layout and simulation tools such as HFSS or COMSOL; Your work will help improve the design-to-fabrication workflow, support experimental hardware builds, and contribute to advancing quantum computing performance.

Responsibilities:

• Design quantum processors and related prototype hardware using internal toolkits
• Support R&D layout projects including fabrication and packaging components;
• Build and maintain CAD layouts using both graphical and programmatic tools
• Work with simulation tools to validate device performance;
• Help improve the interfaces between design, fabrication, and testing teams
• Support infrastructure and automation to improve hardware development processes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field
• Experience with Python or another programming language
• Familiarity with git version control

Preferred:

• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related fields
• Hands-on experience with electromagnetic and finite element simulation tools (e.g., Sonnet, HFSS, COMSOL)
• Experience with IC fabrication processes and superconducting circuit architectures;
• Exposure to quantum computing systems and their unique design requirements

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base salary range: $126,000–$181,000 (depending on location, experience, and level)
• Additional compensation includes performance bonuses and equity;
• Full suite of Google benefits (healthcare, retirement, etc.)