Quantum Computing Theory and Modeling Researcher

Hillsboro, Oregon, United States Job ID JR0262144 Job Category Manufacturing and Process Development Work Mode Hybrid Experience Level Entry Level Full/Part Time Full Time

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Job Description

Intel's Components Research (CR) delivers innovative device technologies and architectures to enable Intel's roadmap. Our job is to invent, to demonstrate, and to develop game-changing and revolutionary technologies to enable Intel's technology leadership.

We're looking for a quantum device research engineer to join our team as we design quantum processors based on silicon quantum dot spin qubits. A successful candidate will develop and improve models of gate-defined quantum dot qubits in silicon and participate in data-driven decision making between competing designs. Models include dot and sensor electrostatics, quantum dot spectra, spin dynamics and exchange, noise and control signals, and quantum gate fidelity estimation. Candidates must have experience understanding and modeling solid state quantum devices and be familiar with the practical limitations of quantum control and measurement.

This position requires efficient communication and daily collaboration with other researchers and engineers to understand design success criteria and validate models with experimental data. Quantitative understanding of the impact of design choices and shaping expectations for experimental results is a key expectation for this role. Design choices include physical layout and dimensions, qubit control approaches, and measurement techniques. This position includes use of internal Intel tools as well as industry standard TCAD and modeling software.

Responsibilities are the following:

Independently propose and follow-through on unique, enabling ideas with potential to accelerate Intel's QC program.
Model and simulate semiconductor processes and devices to support design efforts for scaled quantum dot qubit arrays.
Model and simulate quantum dot qubits to support test and characterization teams.
Protect Intel's IP and onboard proven concepts and ideas.

This position includes collaboration with external research groups and vendor programs.

Behavioral traits we look for and required for this position:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Highly-motivated, and excited by self-directed work.
Creativity and flexibility to thrive under changing priorities.
Strong teamwork skills.

Qualifications

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You must possess the below requirements to be initially considered for this position.

Preferred qualifications are in addition to the requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

Knowledge and/or experience listed below would be obtained through a combination of your schoolwork and/or classes and/or research and/or relevant previous job and/or internship experiences.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or Quantum Engineering
1st author publications
Understanding of spin qubits, spin transistors, quantum dots, and/or CMOS devices at low temperature.
Familiarity with qubit control and measurement theory.
2-4 years+ of experience in semiconductor device modeling, solid state qubit design, or modeling in support of quantum computing research.

Preferred qualifications:

Experience with 2D/3D quantum device simulations using TCAD software such as Sentaurus.
Experience with quantum dot or dopant qubit band structure calculations using effective mass theory or tight binding simulations.
Experience with spin Hamiltonian simulations including exchange, driving, and noise/damping terms.
Experience with low-dimensional transport calculations such as Hall effect.

Inside this Business Group

As the world's largest chip manufacturer, Intel strives to make every facet of semiconductor manufacturing state-of-the-art -- from semiconductor process development and manufacturing, through yield improvement to packaging, final test and optimization, and world class Supply Chain and facilities support. Employees in the Technology Development and Manufacturing Group are part of a worldwide network of design, development, manufacturing, and assembly/test facilities, all focused on utilizing the power of Moore’s Law to bring smart, connected devices to every person on Earth.

Posting Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Benefits

We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, as well as, benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find more information about all of our Amazing Benefits here.

Working Model

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. In certain circumstances the work model may change to accommodate business needs.

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