Microwave Engineer, Quantum AI

Google place Goleta, CA, USA

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• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3 years of experience in performing electromagnetic simulations using industry standard tools (HFSS, ADS, Sonnet, Comsol, etc.).
• 3 years of experience in semiconductor and Printed Circuit Board (PCB) fabrication processes.
• 3 years of experience in building and testing RF and microwave components.
• 3 years of experience working in system administration tasks for simulation tools, and programming languages.

• Master's or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Experience in multi-physics and mechanical simulation environments.
• Lab experience with designing, building and testing quantum computers and their subcomponents in cryogenic environments.
• Understanding of how silicon, PCB, and mechanical fabrication methods impact physical design constraints.
• Familiarity with Radio Frequency Integrated Circuit (RFIC) design or the design of devices utilizing superconducting materials.
• Proficiency in Python-based software development, including library maintenance, version control, and collaborative coding practices.

Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.

The full potential of quantum computing will be unlocked with a large-scale computer capable of complex, error‑corrected computations. Google Quantum AI's mission is to build this computer and unlock solutions to classically intractable problems. Our roadmap is focused on advancing the capabilities of quantum computing and enabling meaningful applications.

The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $126,000–$181,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

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• Create and implement simulations to model microwave performance and loss mechanisms in superconducting Radio Frequency (RF)/microwave packaging and interconnects for quantum circuits, and analyze the causes of any differences between simulated results and actual performance.
• Design and conduct laboratory experiments to confirm the accuracy of simulation and modeling data.

Interface with tool vendors to internally deploy increasingly capable simulation tools, interface between our team and the broader Electronic Computer Aided Design (ECAD) community.

Develop and improve the integration of simulation into layout and design tools, define and document workflows and methodologies.

• Develop electromagnetic/microwave and multiphysics models to inform the design of quantum device packaging and signal delivery components (including 3D‑integrated).

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