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Principal Electrical Engineer, Instrument Development

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United States , Redmond

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IT - Software Development

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139900.00 - 274800.00 USD / Year
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The Quantum Systems team is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer, Instrument Development to lead the architecture, design, and deployment of special-purpose instrumentation that enables characterization, readout, and control of our quantum hardware. This technical leadership role spans mixed-signal electronics, low-noise and precision measurement, timing/clocking, high-speed data conversion, and system integration across lab and cryogenic environments.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead instrument development from concept through prototype and deployment
  • Architect and design precision, low-noise, and mixed-signal electronics for measurement and control
  • Define timing/clocking and synchronization approaches across instruments and subsystems
  • Drive robust validation of instruments
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Define and maintain shared reference and validation platforms
  • Lead vendor engagement and manage build/buy decisions for instrument and validation hardware

Requirements:

  • Doctorate in Electrical Engineering or related field AND 3+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
  • Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field AND 6+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field AND 8+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
  • Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements
  • Ability to leverage AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency
  • Ability to work in an “AI-first” environment using modern AI tools

Nice to have:

  • Demonstrated technical leadership in architecting and delivering complex electrical instruments or measurement/control systems
  • Experience defining validation strategies and executing bring-up/debug for electrical instruments and hardware systems
  • Proficient fundamentals in at least two of the following: precision analog design, mixed-signal design, signal integrity/power integrity, timing/clocking distribution, RF/microwave, or high-speed digital interfaces
  • Effective communication skills and demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplines
  • Experience delivering instruments from prototype to sustained operation
  • Experience with high-reliability interconnect and packaging constraints
  • Experience with compliance, safety, and practical deployability deployment considerations for instruments
  • Experience building shared reference/validation testbeds
  • Experience delivering complex products in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience collaborating with firmware/FPGA and driver/software teams
  • Track record of mentorship and technical leadership

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 12, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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