Quantum Measurement Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Quantum Measurement Engineer. Location: Redmond, Washington, USA

Responsibilities:

• Design and execute experiments to characterize the RF and transport properties of semiconductors, dielectrics, metals, and superconductors for quantum device development.

• Perform advanced measurement techniques to improve quantum devices and measurement practices, including qubit bring-up and characterization.

• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate quantum measurement processes.

• Apply AI methods where appropriate to improve measurement workflows and efficiency;

• Collaborate with experts in materials science, microwave engineering, and quantum device physics.

• Use technical knowledge and input from different engineering disciplines to improve device performance.

• Apply AI tools to support innovation, performance modeling, research, and everyday task automation.
• Design and build AI agents or copilots to assist with:
  • Experiment setup.
  • Measurement log analysis and triage.
  • Measurement report generation.
  • Protocol templating.
  • Knowledge retrieval from instrument manuals and design documents.

• Demonstrate Microsoft's culture and values through collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related field, with at least 2 years of industry or research and development experience.

• OR Master's degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related field.

• OR equivalent practical experience.

• Ability to use AI tools to improve innovation and operational efficiency;

• Ability to design and develop AI agents or copilots for experimental workflows.

• Ability to meet Microsoft's security screening requirements.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related field, with at least 5 years of industry or research and development experience.

• OR Master's degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related field, with at least 3 years of relevant experience.

• OR Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience with cryogenic RF and transport characterization of semiconductors, dielectrics, metals, and superconductors.

• Experience with cryogenic electrical characterization of mesoscopic devices, such as quantum dots.

• Experience with data acquisition and programming using high-level languages such as Python or MATLAB.

• Experience with version control systems such as Git;

• Hands-on experience operating cryostats at 4K and colder.

• Experience with solid-state qubit measurements.

• Knowledge of Six Sigma (6σ), statistical process control (SPC), and design of experiments (DoE).

Benefits and Compensation:

• Annual base salary: $102,100–$202,200 across most U.S. locations.

• San Francisco Bay Area and New York City salary range: $133,800–$219,200 annually.

• Certain roles may qualify for additional benefits and compensation.

• Further benefits and pay information: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

Other Information:

• Travel: Less than 25%.

• Position Level: Quantum Engineering IC3.

• Role Type: Individual Contributor.

• Work Site: Fully on-site.

• Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. The position will remain open for at least five days.

• Security Screening: Candidates must pass Microsoft's Cloud Background Check upon hiring or transfer and every two years thereafter.

• Citizenship Verification: Due to export control requirements, candidates must provide proof of citizenship, U.S. permanent residency, or another qualifying protected status. A valid passport or applicable alternative documentation may be required.

• Equal Opportunity: Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.