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Superconducting Circuit Quantum Engineer

Applied Materials


Job Location:

Santa Clara County, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 138000 - 190000
Posted: 16 October 2026 (19 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 13 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Who We Are


Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry. The work we do together advances the worlds technology.


What We Offer


Salary:

$138000.00 - $190000.00

Location:

Santa ClaraCA

Youll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn develop and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possiblewhile learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. Were committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work at home or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

Applied Materials Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials our innovations Make Possible the technology shaping the future.

At Applieds CTO group we focus on enabling technologies for quantum information applications i.e. superconducting qubits and optical quantum computing. Our primary objective is to collaborate with system companies and universities to develop quantum devices with significantly lower error rates compared to current standards. Our approach centers on harnessing state of the art materials engineering and semiconductor processing to enhance device performance.

To advance our quantum technology initiatives we are seeking a passionate Superconducting Circuit Quantum Engineer with a strong background in superconducting qubit devices. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in superconducting circuit/device design micro/nanofabrication and cryogenic characterization and will apply this expertise to develop novel materials processes and devices for emerging quantum information technologies. We value people and teams who turn possibilities into reality. We are deeply committed to fostering a Culture of Inclusion where every person knows they belong feels empowered to bring their whole self to work and is inspired to grow.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop superconducting quantum circuits and devices including qubits resonators couplers and related test structures.
  • Develop and optimize fabrication processes for superconducting quantum devices with emphasis on materials interfaces patterning deposition etch and device integration.
  • Design experiments collect and analyze data and translate results into actionable improvements in materials processes device design and performance.
  • Troubleshoot complex device and process issues perform root-cause analysis and develop solutions to improve device performance yield and reproducibility.
  • Measure and analyze relevant material electrical microwave and device properties and interpret their impact on superconducting quantum circuit performance.
  • Collaborate across materials process engineering device design characterization and integration teams to develop new quantum technologies.
  • Evaluate and implement new materials fabrication technologies characterization techniques and analytical instrumentation.
  • Generate high-quality technical documentation reports presentations and development plans for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Engage with customers research partners vendors and suppliers to address technical challenges and identify new technology opportunities.

Functional Knowledge

  • Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines

Business Expertise

  • Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

Leadership

  • Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements

Problem Solving

  • Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

Impact

  • Impacts a range of customer operational project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies

Interpersonal Skills

  • Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

New College Grad

Travel:

Yes 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location hire grade job-related knowledge skills experience and with consideration of internal equity of our current team addition to a comprehensive benefits package candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program as applicable.

For all sales roles the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin citizenship ancestry religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability veteran or military status or any other basis prohibited by law.

In addition Applied endeavors to make our careers site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process please contact us via e-mail at or by calling our HR Direct Help Line at option 1 and following the prompts to speak to an HR Advisor. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.


Required Experience:

IC


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Applied Materials, Inc. is the global leader in materials engineering solutions for the semiconductor, flat panel display and solar photovoltaic (PV) industries.

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