Overview
Microsoft’s Quantum Hardware organization is developing breakthrough computing systems that unite advanced physics, high-performance electronics, and world-class engineering.
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. Microsoft Quantum will change the world of computing and help solve some of humankind’s currently unsolvable problems. For more information about our team, visit https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/quantum.
We are seeking a Quantum Systems Stability & Sensitivity Engineer to support electronics rack assembly, instrumentation integration, RF hardware installation, networking setup, and lab operations for quantum hardware test environments. This role focuses on building and maintaining clean, repeatable room-temperature rack configurations, supporting instrument bring-up and debug, and collaborating closely with electrical, RF, controls, software, and lab operations teams.
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Assemble, cable, label, and maintain room-temperature electronics racks used for laboratory instrumentation, control, readout, and test infrastructure.
- Install and configure rack-mounted instruments, power distribution, RF hardware, cabling, patch panels, network-connected equipment, and supporting peripherals according to documented procedures.
- Operate lab tools and equipment in accordance with ESD, safety, and basic electronics lab best practices.
- Support rack bring-up and first-line debug for instrumentation, RF signal paths, control hardware, networked equipment, and software-controlled measurement setups.
- Use Python 3.x scripts, tools, and custom libraries to support instrument control, configuration checks, automation, data collection, and troubleshooting.
- Apply familiarity with DHCP and networking best practices to assist with network configuration, connectivity checks, addressing issues, and escalation of instrumentation network problems.
- Embody our Culture and Values.
Qualifications
Required/minimum qualifications
- Master's Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field - OR Bachelor's Degree in Phsyics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience
- OR equivalent experience
