Principal Quantum Systems Architect

• Define the system architecture for scalable quantum control and readout across room-temperature and cryogenic domains
• Drive architectural direction for heterogeneous compute platforms supporting control, measurement, and feedback workloads
• Establish system partitioning and co-design strategies across hardware, firmware, software, and quantum systems
• Define communication, synchronization, and dataflow architectures enabling deterministic, low-latency operation at scale
• Lead system-level trade-offs and guide platform evolution toward scalable, production-ready quantum systems
• Embody our Culture and Values

• Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
• Master's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 10+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
• Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 12+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements
• Microsoft Cloud Background Check
• Citizenship & Citizenship Verification
• Familiarity with basic AI tools such as Office CoPilot, GitHub CoPilot, or Chat GPT
• Ability to work in an AI-first environment using modern AI tools

• Proven experience designing complex compute or signal-processing architectures (e.g., SoCs, distributed systems, accelerators, networking fabrics)
• Proficient understanding of system architecture fundamentals (compute, memory, interconnects, data movement, HW/SW partitioning)
• Experience driving architectural trade-offs across performance, scalability, power, and reliability
• Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional hardware/software co-design initiatives
• Experience with RF signal processing, instrumentation, or measurement systems
• Familiarity with quantum control, readout, or error correction concepts
• Experience with FPGA, ASIC, or custom accelerator technologies
• Exposure to cryogenic or constrained computing environments
• Experience defining scalable architectures for emerging compute platforms
• Track record of architecturally guiding the delivery of large-scale systems from concept through production

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation