At Rigetti, our mission is to build the world's most powerful computers to solve the world's most challenging problems.
\nWe are seeking a Senior Software Engineering Manager to head the team responsible for software systems that enable the creation, delivery and maintenance of Rigetti's quantum computers. This includes systems for device design, chip fabrication workflows, physics-informed data analysis, quantum gate-design, and quantum mitigation and error correction technologies.
\nAs a Senior Software Engineering Manager, you will lead the team responsible for software platforms that enable the design, fabrication, characterization, and measurement of Rigetti's quantum systems – with a strong emphasis on integrating into the engineering process.
\nKey Responsibilities
\nTeam Leadership & Organizational Development
\nTechnical & Engineering Leadership
\nCross-functional Collaboration
\nOperational & Strategic Impact
\nQualifications
\nNice-to-Have
\nRigetti is seeking an IC Layout Automation Software Engineer to develop and maintain software systems that support the design and fabrication of superconducting quantum circuits.
\nThis role sits at the intersection of software engineering, IC layout, and semiconductor fabrication, enabling the translation of device and process requirements into manufacturable layouts. You will work closely with cross-functional teams across design, fabrication, and research to build and evolve tools that are critical to how quantum devices are designed and produced.
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\nWe're seeking a Lead Lithography Engineer to serve as the technical authority for our patterning ecosystem. As a key member of our team, you will architect the 'wet' process framework that translates quantum designs into hardware. This involves partnering with our EBL hardware experts to optimize beam-resist interactions while providing the technical vision for our track and optical lithography modules.
\nIn this role, you will take ownership of the broader lithography and metrology roadmap as we accelerate our qubit manufacturing capabilities. You will work at the 'tip of the spear' in quantum computing, collaborating with world-leading experts in one of the few dedicated quantum foundries on earth.
\nYour responsibilities will include:
\nTo succeed in this role, you will need to have a Ph.D. with 7+ years or M.S. with 10+ years of direct experience in lithography process development and integration. You should also have a strong understanding of the full lithography 'wet' stack, including CAR/non-CAR resist chemistry, reaction kinetics, CD control, and sub-micron overlay management.
\nAdditionally, you will need to have hands-on proficiency with track systems, projection steppers, contact aligners, and maskless aligners (MLA). You should also be able to build process frameworks and drive technical strategy rather than just executing within existing ones.
\nIf you're a motivated and experienced engineer looking to take on a leadership role in the field of quantum computing, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
","enriched_at":1777046965182},{"id":"job_16963774-f91","title":"Cryogenics and RF Field Engineer","source_url":"https://jobs.lever.co/rigetti/6dbfb7e0-33ac-48a8-8f73-e086d1e837e7","location":"Bangalore","job_type":"full-time","experience_level":"senior","work_arrangement":"onsite","category":"Engineering","description":"We are seeking an experienced Cryogenics and RF Field Engineer to support Rigetti systems deployed at a customer facility in Bangalore, India. This is a hands-on, operations-focused role embedded on-site, working closely with both Rigetti teams and customer stakeholders in a highly collaborative, research-driven environment.
\nIn this role, you will work closely with physicists, engineers, and technicians to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced RF and cryogenic systems that enable next-generation quantum processors. You will be responsible for ensuring reliable system performance in a production-like environment, including direct ownership of cryogenic infrastructure, RF hardware validation, and rapid debugging of complex, cross-disciplinary issues spanning RF, vacuum, cryogenics, and electronics.
\nThe ideal candidate brings deep laboratory experience with R&D hardware, has worked in customer-facing or field-deployed environments, and has direct hands-on experience operating and debugging dilution refrigerators.
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\nWe are looking for a Senior Quantum Engineer with expertise in superconducting qubits to join our hardware R&D team.
\nThis role is for someone who wants to work on technically difficult problems that directly shape a quantum hardware platform. You will not be optimising within a fixed roadmap, you will help define it.
\nYou will design, execute, and interpret experiments that push the performance and scalability of superconducting qubit systems. You will develop new gate schemes, explore advanced control protocols, and test architectural ideas that can influence platform-level decisions.
\nWe operate in direct competition with the best-funded and most established teams in the world. We are looking for someone who finds that motivating.
\nYou will have a high degree of autonomy and ownership while working in a collaborative environment. If you have a strong technical hypothesis, you will be expected to test it rigorously and defend it with data. Strong ideas move quickly through experimental validation.
\nThis position is best suited for someone who wants visible impact, real ownership, and the opportunity to help shape the direction of a quantum hardware platform, not just contribute to a small piece of it.
\nAs engineering leaders, we value diversity and are committed to building a culture of inclusion to attract and engage innovative thinkers. Our technology, meant to serve all of humanity, cannot succeed if those who built it do not mirror the diversity of the communities we serve. Applications from women, minorities, and other under-represented groups are encouraged.
","enriched_at":1776430494438},{"id":"job_4d844e9d-5d6","title":"Senior Quantum Engineer, Readout","source_url":"https://jobs.lever.co/rigetti/2a4c64d5-92c7-426c-89d0-7197781ef086","location":"United States","job_type":"full-time","experience_level":"senior","work_arrangement":"onsite","category":"Engineering","description":"As a Senior Quantum Engineer, Readout, you will optimise superconducting qubit readout and reset on Rigetti's quantum processors and fault-tolerant prototypes. You will lead a range of experimental efforts to characterise and improve measurement protocols, signal chains, amplifiers, and device layouts.\n\nIn collaboration with an interdisciplinary group of engineers in theory, hardware, and chip design, you will advance the speed and fidelity of readout and reset in Rigetti Computing's quantum computing systems to fulfil its ambitious roadmap toward fault tolerance.\n\nKey responsibilities include leading superconducting qubit measurements to characterise dispersive readout of quantum circuits, developing novel measurement techniques and pulse optimisations for readout speed or fidelity, and collaborating with theory and simulation teams to build or validate models that describe readout performance.\n\nYou will also specify improvements to the quantum chip layout, signal lines, and electronics, work with the hardware and device design teams to build them, and develop protocols to accelerate circuit execution and enable error-correcting codes, including reset, mid-circuit measurement, and ancilla readout.\n\nA Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering or a related field, plus 2+ years of industry and/or postdoctoral experience, is required. Deep expertise in circuit quantum electrodynamics and dispersive readout in particular is essential, as is demonstrated ability to perform measurements on quantum systems and explain the results through theory and/or simulation.\n\nExperience with software development in an industry setting, in languages such as Python, C, C++, Rust, etc., is also necessary, as is experience with low-level pulse optimisation of quantum gates or readout. Ability to excel in a collaborative environment and excellent communication skills are also required.","enriched_at":1776430485227},{"id":"job_ed7f6866-84d","title":"Lead Quantum Device Theorist","source_url":"https://jobs.lever.co/rigetti/ff81d9dd-c93b-47d9-ac8f-fd04f60f1bd2","location":"Berkeley","job_type":"full-time","experience_level":"senior","work_arrangement":"onsite","category":"Engineering","description":"As a Lead Quantum Device Theorist, you will play a central role in advancing the performance of our superconducting quantum processors.\n\nThis position requires deep expertise in circuit QED, quantum device physics, and noise modeling for quantum error correction (QEC).\n\nYou will work closely with experimental teams to model processor dynamics and lead efforts to improve qubit readout fidelity and quantum gate performance across our R&D platforms.\n\nThis role demands strong cross-functional collaboration with specialists in qubit readout, gate calibration, control systems, and superconducting circuit design.\n\nTogether, you will drive innovations that support scalable architectures, quantum advantage, and fault-tolerant error correction.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n* Develop and maintain advanced simulation tools to accurately model noise sources in flux-tunable superconducting qubits\n\n* Model and analyze entangling gate operations on superconducting quantum processors\n\n* Apply optimal control techniques to improve quantum gate and readout performance\n\n* Develop analytical tools to interpret experimental measurements and diagnose performance anomalies\n\n* Perform detailed error-budget modeling to support quantum error correction (QEC) efforts\n\n* Collaborate cross-functionally with teams in gate operations, measurement, device design, applications, algorithms, and control engineering.\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\n* Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, plus 5+ years of relevant work experience\n\n* Modeling noise in large scale processors and inform Hamiltonian designs\n\n* Experience simulating open quantum systems\n\n* Experience collaborating with experimentalists on readout and noise characterization; analyzing and interpreting experimental data, and predicting anomalies\n\n* Background in gate-based quantum computing or superconducting circuits, either academically or in industry\n\n* Demonstrated depth and breadth in circuit QED physics, including Hamiltonian modeling, dispersive readout theory, and multi-qubit coupling architectures\n\n* Proven expertise in noise modeling for quantum error correction, including coherent and incoherent error channels, leakage, crosstalk, and correlated noise\n\n* Strong programming skills in Python for scientific applications\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\n* Experience with optimal control theory applied to superconducting qubits\n\n* Familiarity with quantum error correction codes and fault-tolerant architectures\n\n* Track record of publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals\n\n* Experience with high-performance computing or GPU-accelerated simulations\n\n* Proficiency with scientific computing libraries such as QuTiP, or Stim","enriched_at":1776430484321},{"id":"job_9d8bfb7e-5fa","title":"Electrical Engineer","source_url":"https://jobs.lever.co/rigetti/b06e5caa-dc81-41b2-b1b0-8f118255c33a","location":"Fremont","job_type":"full-time","experience_level":"senior","work_arrangement":"onsite","category":"Engineering","description":"As a member of Rigetti's Control Systems team, you will design, develop, test, and deploy hardware that generates microwave pulses that control and read the qubits in our quantum computer.\n\nYou'll collaborate closely with embedded software engineers, mechanical engineers, and physicists to deliver cutting-edge quantum control solutions. We're looking for someone who will deepen our team's expertise in low-noise mixed-signal board design , including specifying and designing critical circuit components such as low-noise power supply rails, precise clock distribution, and high-speed transceivers.\n\nWe're seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with a proven track record of leading projects across diverse teams and driving technical excellence in fast-paced, high-growth environments. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with exceptional communication and leadership skills, effectively translating complex concepts for diverse audiences and influencing key design and delivery decisions. This individual fosters a culture of innovation, accountability, and rigorous engineering design, while mentoring others to achieve their highest potential.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\n* Collaborate with internal and external team members to generate system requirements\n* Capture circuit board schematic and layout for designs containing digital, analog, and RF components\n* Create and execute test plans using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and VNAs (also qubits!)\n\nRequired Qualifications:\n\n* Previous experience working in startups or dynamic work environments\n* BS or MS degree in EE, or equivalent, with 10+ years experience\n* Ability to operate standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and VNAs)\n* Excellent communication skills and an ability to interact across different disciplines\n* Demonstrated success taking designs from conception through the full design cycle, including manufacturing and test\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\n* Experience with analog design and simulation (SPICE or equivalent)\n* Knowledge of signal processing concepts: Nyquist zones, convolution, cross-correlation, numerically-controlled oscillators\n* Focus on supporting other teams and a desire to jump in and help\n* Exposure to Verilog/VHDL and digital hardware design and FPGA development\n* Familiarity with Python scripting (especially scientific Python libraries like numpy and scipy)\n* Understanding of RF design and test\n\nAdditional Information:\n\nAs engineering leaders, we value diversity and are committed to building a culture of inclusion to attract and engage innovative thinkers. Our technology, meant to serve all of humanity, cannot succeed if those who built it do not mirror the diversity of the communities we serve. Applications from women, minorities, and other under-represented groups are encouraged.","enriched_at":1776430475660},{"id":"job_94e4ded2-2fd","title":"Quantum Engineer","source_url":"https://jobs.lever.co/rigetti/0f66c1c3-12be-4e60-a7e1-25e494ee2841","location":"Mountain View","job_type":"full-time","experience_level":"senior","work_arrangement":"onsite","category":"Engineering","description":"As a Quantum Engineer at Rigetti Computing, you will contribute to the development of our gate-based, superconducting quantum computers. Your work will involve characterizing experimental devices, assessing their performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing feedback to internal development teams.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\n* Providing technical focus and leadership on a particular R&D topic, such as gate calibration, qubit relaxation and/or dephasing, piloting new research ideas in small processors, integration of new ideas into large processors, or implementation of quantum error correction.\n\n* Collaborating across diverse teams of expert engineers to turn experimental concepts into robust technologies that work at large QPU scales.\n\n* Staying current with cutting-edge research, synthesizing results from the literature, and implementing state-of-the-art calibration, error diagnostic, and system optimization techniques to enhance device performance.\n\nRequired qualifications include:\n\n* PhD in Physics or similar applied scientific field, or Masters' in Physics with 2+ years relevant industry experience.\n\n* Demonstrated abilities in experimental problem solving and experimental research.\n\n* Expertise in the practical implementation of coherent quantum effects and control.\n\n* Proficiency using Python in a scientific context.\n\n* Ability to thrive in a strongly collaborative environment, with a team-first mindset.\n\nNice to have qualifications include:\n\n* Experience calibrating and characterizing single- and two-qubit quantum gates in superconducting quantum devices.\n\n* Experience utilizing quantum simulation frameworks, such as QuTip.\n\n* Proven capability to execute and effectively communicate outcomes from innovative research and development initiatives.\n\n* Software development experience in a collaborative industry setting.\n\n* Previous technical role in an industrial or startup setting.\n\nAdditional information:\n\n* As engineering leaders, we value diversity and are committed to building a culture of inclusion to attract and engage innovative thinkers.\n\n* Applications from women, minorities, and other under-represented groups are encouraged.","enriched_at":1776430453460},{"id":"job_e665d5c9-2f4","title":"Microwave and Cryogenics Test Engineer","source_url":"https://jobs.lever.co/rigetti/7eb798d5-75e6-4bf4-893e-f9fe9d8a169e","location":"Fremont","job_type":"full-time","experience_level":"senior","work_arrangement":"onsite","category":"Engineering","description":"Rigetti Computing is building the world's most powerful computers to help solve humanity's most pressing problems. 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You will be responsible for operating and maintaining cryogenic infrastructure, characterizing custom RF hardware, developing best practices, and troubleshooting complex systems that span RF, vacuum, cryogenics, and electronics.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\n* Test, validate, and debug custom RF control systems using advanced electronic test equipment such as network analyzers, oscilloscopes, DMMs, and internally developed tools\n\n* Operate, troubleshoot, service, and maintain cryogenic and vacuum systems, including scroll pumps, turbo pumps, cryo compressors, high-vacuum components, and cold traps\n\n* Perform helium leak detection, pump rebuilds, and thermal system management\n\n* Assemble, validate, and install complex electro-mechanical, cryogenic, vacuum, and RF assemblies with exceptional attention to detail\n\n* Contribute to test plan development and execute validation testing for next-generation RF hardware\n\n* Participate in an on-call rotation to support cryogenic systems uptime\n\n* Prepare, inspect, and package quantum chip assemblies for testing\n\n* Follow established procedures and contribute to the creation and improvement of standard operating procedures and best practices\n\n* Read and interpret CAD drawings, schematics, and engineering specifications\n\n* Support external system installations and work directly with customers and partners (up to ~20% travel)\n\nIdeal candidate:\n\n* Technical background in Physics, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industrial or military experience (MS or PhD a plus)\n\n* Strong proficiency with general-purpose electronic test equipment (oscilloscopes, network analyzers, multimeters, DC power supplies, etc.)\n\n* Substantial hands-on experience working with sub-Kelvin cryogenic systems\n\n* Experience operating and maintaining high-availability laboratory or industrial equipment\n\n* Experience assembling, servicing, and maintaining scientific instruments or complex electro-mechanical systems\n\n* Familiarity with vacuum systems, vacuum plumbing, P&IDs, and standard fittings and practices\n\n* Working knowledge of statistical methods for test and validation (e.g., DOE, Six Sigma, simulation)\n\n* Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills\n\n* Experience working with external vendors and partners\n\nNice to have:\n\n* Hands-on experience with dilution refrigerators or similar ultra-low-temperature cryogenic systems\n\n* Programming or scripting experience in Python or related languages\n\nAdditional information:\n\n* As engineering leaders, we value diversity and are committed to building a culture of inclusion to attract and engage innovative thinkers. 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