# Lead Quantum Engineer, Systems Performance

**Company:** [Rigetti Computing](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/rigetti-computing)
**Location:** Berkeley, CA
**Role:** Hardware Engineering
**Salary:** $190k – $225k/yr
**Experience:** 7+ years
**Skills:** Quantum Hardware, Superconducting Qubits, Superconducting Quantum Devices, Cryogenic Systems, Rf Measurement, Time-Domain Measurement, Python, Cqed Simulation, Quantum Science, Experimental Design
**Posted:** 2026-08-19

> Leads cross-functional experimental programs to improve the performance and scalability of superconducting qubit systems, shaping the quantum hardware roadmap and delivering key technologies. Requires a PhD, technical leadership experience, cryogenic and RF measurement expertise, and hands-on experience with superconducting quantum devices.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Design, build, and lead cross-functional experimental programs that inform the technical roadmap and drive systems-level improvements.
- Propose and explore new technical directions.
- Identify and address complex gaps in existing technology.
- Own delivery of key quantum hardware technologies.
- Lead engineers and scientists in identifying and mitigating quantum-system performance gaps.

## Requirements
- PhD in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Prior technical experience in an industry or startup environment.
- Demonstrated technical leadership experience.
- Direct experience with cryogenic systems and RF measurement techniques.
- Extensive hands-on experience with time-domain measurement and superconducting quantum devices.
- Track record of meaningful accomplishments in quantum science or related fields.
- Working knowledge of Python.
- Strong teamwork, collaboration, organization, and communication skills.

## Nice to Have
- Strong coding skills.
- Familiarity with cQED simulation tools.

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