Principal Analog & CAD Engineer

At Microsoft Quantum, we aim to empower science and scientists to solve the world's biggest problems by realizing advanced computing platforms at the intersection of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and quantum information technology. Our team is dedicated to developing the first scalable, fault-tolerant quantum computer and is leading progress in areas ranging from quantum hardware and error correction to comprehensive integration with Azure. Our full-stack strategy spans the physics of quantum devices through scalable readout and control infrastructures powered by cryo-electronics. We are entering a pivotal phase of accelerated growth in quantum computing, and this position presents a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a transformative technology.

As a Principal Analog & CAD Engineer in the Quantum 1st Party Hardware System-on-a-Chip team, you will play a critical leadership role in advancing the development of Microsoft’s quantum ASIC Foundry Interface and CAD Tool/Flow setup.  Your responsibilities will include interfacing and establishing relationships with internal/external foundries, and creation of library Process-Development-Kits & CAD Flows for Cryo/Quantum System-on-a-Chip implementation.  It also includes Analog Design Responsibilities and Analog Layout path-finding.

Throughout the program lifecycle, you will engage with cross-functional teams—including architecture, quantum, verification, analog, physical design and vendors —to ensure that the design meets specifications and is successfully implemented and verified. This role requires proficiency and technical competency, communication skills, and the ability to manage complex design challenges in a collaborative environment.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. 

• Responsible for auditing external foundries to find a suitable partner for long-term engagement for Microsoft quantum/cryo silicon programs.  Evaluate their solutions for materials/process tailoring to match our needs.  Create long-term evolution plans with vendors for evolving process needs for future quantum products.
• Responsible for finding / defining design development libraries and re-characterizations for standard cells and analog design PDKs at cryo temperatures.
• Responsible for setting CAD Tool flows for our ASICs in collaboration with a centralized CAD Infra tools team.
• Responsible for Analog Design of cryo-CMOS components.
• Responsible for Quantum/Cryo-CMOS layout solution path-finding.

Other

• • Embody our culture and values .

Required/minimum qualifications

• Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
  • OR Master's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
  • OR Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
  • OR equivalent experience. 

Other Requirements:

• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:  
  • Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud