Senior Quantum Design Verification Engineer

At Microsoft, our mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. We are advancing technological innovation through quantum computing, which has the power to reshape the way complex problems are addressed in domains such as science, medicine, materials research, and industry. 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.

Microsoft Quantum 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 team comprises an accomplished and diverse international team focused on constructing a scalable quantum computing system. Our full-stack strategy encompasses breakthrough developments, spanning the physics of quantum devices to scalable readout and control infrastructures powered by cryo-electronics. The Microsoft Quantum program aims to transform the future of computing and tackle challenges that are currently beyond reach. 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 Senior Quantum Design Verification Engineer in the Quantum 1st Party Hardware System-on-a-Chip (SoC) team, you will play a critical leadership role in advancing the development of Microsoft’s quantum System-on-a-Chip verification infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include defining pre-silicon Simulation, post-silicon Validation/Characterization plans for SoC/ intellectual property (IP), and coordinating and driving individuals, contingent staff and external vendors towards creating a high-quality design.

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 & technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage complex design challenges in a collaborative environment.

This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of quantum hardware innovation. You will collaborate with leading physicists, quantum theorists, quantum experimentalists, research engineers, systems engineers, technical program managers, supply chain experts, cloud architects, and external partners to accelerate the scale-up of topological qubits and quantum systems that unlock unprecedented scientific and business value. If you are energized by complex program management challenges, thrive in ambiguity, and have a passion for foundational technologies that redefine what’s possible, we invite you to join us and help shape the future of quantum computing.

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. 

• Own and create verification environments and tests for IP level and SoC level designs, validate designs in simulation with both pre and post layout Register Transfer Level (RTL) / netlists.
• Setup Databases, flows for SoC/IP repositories, manage them.  Setup Bug-Tracking systems, log/track/manage/close bugs/issues.  Drive Milestone reviews, reports/status
• Create testplans for pre-silicon simulation verification, including for both digital and analog components; and performing Analog Mixed Signal Simulation models.
• Collaborate with Design for Test (DFT) team to test DFT features
• Align verification methodologies with wider teams and drive continuous improvement to the Design Verification development processes for at scale execution.
• Collaborate effectively with architects, analog mixed-signal designers, verification engineers, physical design and DFT teams and other front-end designers.
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