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+ Join a world-class team at the cutting edge of technology, focussed on making quantum computers a reality

+ Collaborate with a diverse, multicultural team across the full stack quantum computer

+ Enjoy the sunny shores and stunning scenery of Sydney, Australia

An exciting opportunity exists for a Device Processing Scientist to undertake a unique academic-industry position in a start-up company, Silicon Quantum Computing Pty Limited (SQC) based at UNSW Sydney. This role will work with world-leading atomic electronics and quantum computing teams to support the development of a large-scale digital quantum computer based on atom-qubits in silicon as the team works to scale to an error-corrected architecture.

Position Summary

The Device Processing Scientist is responsible for optimising existing complex semiconductor device fabrication processes for atomic-scale devices in silicon and developing new proof-of-concept device fabrication for scaling-up to 100-qubit architectures. This includes the ongoing development of unique semiconductor fabrication techniques and processes utilising precision electron beam lithography, a mixture of dry and wet etching, material deposition and AFM techniques.

This role will work alongside the cleanroom manager, device processing engineers and scientists, and atomic fabrication scientists to help develop efficient device manufacturing processes of high yield and quality to support the overall fabrication of globally unique quantum computer processors.

The Device Processing Scientist will report to the Quantum Device Fabrication and Optimisation team lead, Dr Yousun Chung. While this role does not have any direct reports, it is expected that they will assist where necessary with the supervision of other team members.

About SQC

+ SQC is a well-funded Australian company formed by the Commonwealth Government, the New South Wales State Government, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Telstra, and UNSW Sydney.

+ SQC is seeking to commercialise silicon quantum computing technology developed in Australia – technology that has the potential to have a global impact.

+ SQC’s work is building on more than 20 years of world-leading research by the Australian Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communication Technology (CQC2T or Centre) which includes the development of dedicated manufacturing and measurement techniques for an atom-based quantum computer in silicon.

+ This role and SQC are located at the headquarters of the Centre at UNSW Sydney.

Opportunities and Accountabilities 

+ Responsible for the reproducible execution of a globally unique atomic-scale device fabrication process of excellent quality on a day-to-day basis.

+ Drive the ongoing development of the atomic-scale device fabrication process to continually improve device metrics and high yield.

+ Drive the development of new proof-of-concept device fabrication for scaling-up to 100-qubit architectures.

+ Undertake detailed analysis of individual process steps for optimisation and improvement and provide thorough reports.

+ Support and work closely with cleanroom manager, scientists, and engineers to maintain the cleanroom processing equipment in optimal working condition.

+ Provide technical assistance and training to the research staff and students working towards achieving goals and results.

+ Design and develop independent research experiments/projects for troubleshooting processing issues and improving the yield and efficiency of device fabrication process.

+ Liaise with the Quantum Device Fabrication and Optimisation team lead to ensure efficient delivery of atomic-scale devices.

+ Implement safety systems including Workplace Health and Safety, hazardous substances, risk assessments and conformance with AS’s codes.

+ Align with and actively demonstrate the UNSW Values in Action: Our Behaviours and the UNSW Code of Conduct.

+ Cooperate with all workplace health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.

About the applicant

+ PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Engineering, or relevant field desired, with significant work experience in a research environment.

+ Demonstrated work experience in a research environment including hands-on experience in cleanroom processing on a daily basis.

+ Proven semiconductor cleanroom processing expertise, including specifically the use of electron beam lithography.

+ Relevant experience of acid etching (including HF etching), dry etching, metal evaporation, annealing, resist spinning, silicon cleaving, bonding and characterisation by optical and scanning electron and scanning capacitive microscopy.

+ Experience of working in close knit teams to optimise complex semiconductor device processes.

+ Experience of developing semiconductor device fabrication recipes.

+ Experience in troubleshooting and solving complex fabrication issues.

+ Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.

+ Demonstrated strong track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence.

+ Experience in fabrication and research of nanostructured and mesoscopic devices on semiconductor materials, such as silicon, III-V semiconductors

+ Well-organised, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

+ Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

+ An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.

+ Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

If this role is for you, send your CV to careers@sqc.com.au

+ Join a world-class team at the cutting edge of technology, focussed on making quantum computers a reality

+ Collaborate with a diverse, multicultural team across the full stack quantum computer

+ Enjoy the sunny shores and stunning scenery of Sydney, Australia

An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior Device Processing Enigneer to undertake a unique academic-industry position in a start-up company, Silicon Quantum Computing Pty Limited (SQC) based at UNSW Sydney. This role will work with world-leading atomic electronics and quantum computing teams to support the development of a large-scale digital quantum computer based on atom-qubits in silicon as the team works to scale to an error-corrected architecture.

Position Summary

The Senior Device Processing Engineer is responsible for optimising existing complex semiconductor device fabrication processes for atomic-scale devices in silicon and developing new proof-of-concept device fabrication for scaling-up to 100-qubit architectures. This includes the ongoing development of unique semiconductor fabrication techniques and processes utilising precision electron beam lithography, a mixture of dry and wet etching, material deposition and AFM techniques.

This role will work alongside the cleanroom manager, device processing engineers and scientists, and atomic fabrication scientists to help develop efficient device manufacturing processes of high yield and quality to support the overall fabrication of globally unique quantum computer processors.

The Senior Device Processing Engineer will report to the Quantum Device Fabrication and Optimisation team lead, Dr Yousun Chung. While this role does not have any direct reports, it is expected that they will assist where necessary with the supervision of other team members.

About SQC

+ SQC is a well-funded Australian company formed by the Commonwealth Government, the New South Wales State Government, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Telstra, and UNSW Sydney.

+ SQC is seeking to commercialise silicon quantum computing technology developed in Australia – technology that has the potential to have a global impact.

+ SQC’s work is building on more than 20 years of world-leading research by the Australian Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communication Technology (CQC2T or Centre) which includes the development of dedicated manufacturing and measurement techniques for an atom-based quantum computer in silicon.

+ This role and SQC are located at the headquarters of the Centre at UNSW Sydney.

Opportunities and Accountabilities 

+ Responsible for the reproducible execution of a globally unique atomic-scale device fabrication process of excellent quality on a day-to-day basis.

+ Drive the ongoing development of the atomic-scale device fabrication process to continually improve device metrics and high yield.

+ Drive the development of new proof-of-concept device fabrication for scaling-up to 100-qubit architectures.

+ Undertake detailed recording of individual process steps for optimisation and improvement and provide thorough reports.

+ Support and work closely with cleanroom manager, scientists, and engineers to maintain the cleanroom processing equipment in optimal working condition.

+ Provide technical assistance and training to the research staff and students working towards achieving goals and results.

+ Liaise with the Quantum Device Fabrication and Optimisation team lead to ensure efficient delivery of atomic-scale devices.

+ Responsible for the maintenance and repair of cleanroom equipment and systems.

+ Oversee the smooth operation of the cleanroom, including keeping stock of cleanroom consumables, building infrastructure, and writing and maintaining safe work procedures.

+ Implement safety systems including Workplace Health and Safety, hazardous substances, risk assessments and conformance with AS’s codes.

+ Align with and actively demonstrate the UNSW Values in Action: Our Behaviours and the UNSW Code of Conduct.

+ Cooperate with all workplace health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.

About the applicant

+ An undergraduate or Master’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a relevant discipline.

+ At least 5 years hands-on work experience in cleanroom processing on a daily basis.

+ Proven semiconductor cleanroom processing expertise, including specifically the use of electron beam lithography.

+ Relevant experience of acid etching (including HF etching), dry etching, metal evaporation, annealing, resist spinning, silicon cleaving, bonding and characterisation by optical and scanning electron and scanning capacitive microscopy.

+ Demonstrated experience inworking in close knit teams to optimise complex semiconductor device processes.

+ Demonstrated experience in developing semiconductor device fabrication recipes.

+ Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting and solving complex fabrication issues.

+ Demonstrated experience in the maintenance and repair of cleanroom equipment, such as high vacuum, and ultra-high vacuum equipment, electronic equipment with high voltages.

+ Self-motivated and be able to demonstrate organisational and technical skill.

+ Well-organised, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

+ Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

+ An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.

+ Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

If this role is for you, send your CV to careers@sqc.com.au

+ Join a world-class team at the cutting edge of technology, focussed on making quantum computers a reality

+ Collaborate with a diverse, multicultural team across the full stack quantum computer

+ Enjoy the sunny shores and stunning scenery of Sydney, Australia

An exciting opportunity exists for a Junior Device Processing Engineer to undertake a unique academic-industry position in a start-up company, Silicon Quantum Computing Pty Limited (SQC) based at UNSW Sydney.  This role will work with world-leading atomic electronics and quantum computing teams to support the development of a large-scale digital quantum computer based on atom-qubits in silicon as the team works to scale to an error-corrected architecture.

Position Summary

The Junior Device Processing Engineer is responsible for optimising existing complex semiconductor device fabrication processes for atomic-scale devices in silicon and developing new proof-of-concept device fabrication for scaling-up to 100-qubit architectures. This includes the ongoing development of unique semiconductor fabrication techniques and processes utilising precision electron beam lithography, a mixture of dry and wet etching, material deposition and AFM techniques.

This role will work alongside the cleanroom manager, device processing engineers and scientists, and atomic fabrication scientists to help develop efficient device manufacturing processes of high yield and quality to support the overall fabrication of globally unique quantum computer processors.

The Junior Device Processing Engineer will report to the Quantum Device Fabrication and Optimisation team lead, Dr Yousun Chung. While this role does not have any direct reports, it is expected that they will assist where necessary with the supervision of other team members.

About SQC

+ SQC is a well-funded Australian company formed by the Commonwealth Government, the New South Wales State Government, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Telstra, and UNSW Sydney.

+ SQC is seeking to commercialise silicon quantum computing technology developed in Australia – technology that has the potential to have a global impact.

+ SQC’s work is building on more than 20 years of world-leading research by the Australian Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communication Technology (CQC2T or Centre) which includes the development of dedicated manufacturing and measurement techniques for an atom-based quantum computer in silicon.

+ This role and SQC are located at the headquarters of the Centre at UNSW Sydney.

Opportunities and Accountabilities

+ Assist in the reproducible execution of a globally unique atomic-scale device fabrication process of excellent quality on a day-to-day basis.

+ Support the ongoing development of the atomic-scale device fabrication process to continually improve device metrics and high yield.

+ Undertake detailed recording of individual process steps for optimisation and improvement and provide thorough reports.

+ Support and work closely with cleanroom manager, scientists, and engineers to maintain the cleanroom processing equipment in optimal working condition.

+ Provide technical assistance and training to the research staff and students working towards achieving goals and results.

+ Liaise with the Quantum Device Fabrication and Optimisation team lead to ensure efficient delivery of atomic-scale devices.

+ Responsible for the maintenance and repair of cleanroom equipment and systems.

+ Implement safety systems including Workplace Health & Safety, hazardous substances, risk assessments and conformance with AS’s codes.

+ Align with and actively demonstrate the UNSW Values in Action: Our Behaviours and the UNSW Code of Conduct.

+ Cooperate with all workplace health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.

About the applicant

+ An undergraduate or Master’s degree in Science, Engineering, or a relevant discipline, and/or experience in semiconductor clean room processing, including specifically the use of electron beam lithography.

+ Commitment to learn and follow instructions and recipes precisely.

+ Well-organised, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

+ Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

+ Demonstrstrated work experience in semiconductor cleanroom processing expertise, including specifically the use of electron beam lithography.

+ Experience in acid etching (including HF etching), dry etching, metal evaporation, annealing, resist spinning, silicon cleaving, bonding and characterisation by optical and scanning electron and scanning capacitive microscopy.

+ Demonstrated experience of developing semiconductor device fabrication recipes and problem-solving fabrication issues

+ Self-motivated and be able to demonstrate organisational and technical skill.

+ Well-organised, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

+ Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

+ An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.

+ Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training

If this role is for you, send your CV to careers@sqc.com.au

Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC) is an Australian research and development company, working to make quantum computers a reality.

We are looking for a hard working, enthusiastic and dedicated student to join our team of expert researchers.

In the current noisy-intermediate scale quantum (NISQ) computation regime there is significant interest in developing analogue quantum systems that may be able to perform certain computational tasks more efficiently than classical computers. Proposals for these analogue systems range from trapped ions to nuclear spins in diamond. Here at SQC, we have the unique ability to fabricate quantum dot arrays in the strongly interacting regime that is classically intractable where quantum advantage may be achievable. In this project, the student will study experimentally how we can utilise these analogue devices for quantum machine learning and optimisation problems. They will develop cryogenic measurement techniques, electronics, and methods for operating the devices pushing them towards the point they can outperform their classical counterparts.

How to Apply

Express your interest by emailing Dr Samuel Gorman at samuel.gorman@unsw.edu.au. Include a copy of your CV and your academic transcript(s).

Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC) is an Australian research and development company, working to make quantum computers a reality.

We are looking for a hard working, enthusiastic and dedicated student to join our team of expert researchers.

Recent advances in quantum computing led to successful implementation of small-scale quantum algorithms using multi-qubit devices fabricated in different material platforms. These demonstrations bode well for a development of a full-scale universal quantum computer. However, further progress is needed in terms of noise mitigation and error correction strategies to enable execution of more complex quantum algorithms. This project will focus on characterising and understanding underlying noise sources in silicon qubit platform, as well as optimising qubit control systems for feedback-based noise mitigation techniques and implementing circuit-based quantum error correction protocols . The goal of the project is to improve the operation of a quantum processor by reducing errors.

How to Apply

Express your interest by emailing Dr Ludwik Kranz at l.kranz@unsw.edu.au. Include a copy of your CV and your academic transcript(s).

Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC) is an Australian research and development company, working to make quantum computers a reality.

We are looking for a hard working, enthusiastic and dedicated student to join our team of expert researchers

This project will focus on the design, fabrication, and measurement of multi-qubit devices, where quantum information is encoded using nuclear and electron spins of individual donor atoms in silicon. The multi-qubit quantum processor will be fabricated with sub-nanometre precision using a scanning tunnelling microscopy hydrogen-lithography combined with phosphine dosing. The fabricated quantum processors will then be measured in a He3 dilution refrigerator operating at a few mK using various electrical measurement techniques. The successful student will be privy to the entire fabrication and measurement process and have the opportunity to work with internal/external theory collaborators in quantum information. This project will also involve developing and implementing different qubit control techniques, qubit benchmarking protocols, and noise mitigation methods. The goal of the project is to scale-up the qubit number and benchmark devices by performing multi-qubit algorithms using atom qubits in silicon.

How to Apply

Express your interest by emailing Dr Ludwik Kranz at l.kranz@unsw.edu.au. Include a copy of your CV and your academic transcript(s).

Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC) is an Australian research and development company, working to make quantum computers a reality.

We are looking for a hard working, enthusiastic and dedicated student to join our team of expert researchers.

Quantum algorithms have been shown to provide a way of speeding up certain computationally demanding classical algorithms, across an extensive range of problem types, including optimisation, solving linear algebra problems, solving differential equations and factoring large numbers. In recent years there has been a renewed effort to apply, adapt and extend previously developed quantum algorithms to solve real world problems across multiple industry types, including finance, chemistry, materials science, logistics, transport and pharmaceuticals. The ultimate aim in applying quantum algorithms to real world problems is to determine if, how and when a quantum advantage could be observed, given that we are currently working in the so-called noisy intermediate-scale quantum (NISQ) era. In this context, we define a quantum advantage to be when a quantum device could solve a practical problem faster, more efficiently, or with greater accuracy than that possible with the most powerful classical supercomputers. At SQC, we are developing the full stack platform for universal quantum computation based on high fidelity nuclear and electron spin qubit devices made from phosphorus donors in silicon. In this project we will develop quantum algorithms for the silicon based architecture to solve real world problems for industry that will lead to a provable near-term quantum advantage. This will include focusing on how best to use and minimise circuit depths for algorithms that rely on core workhorse quantum subroutines such as the quantum Fourier transform, amplitude amplification, quantum phase estimation, Hamiltonian simulation, quantum singular value transformation and quantum walks.

How to Apply

Express your interest by emailing Dr Casey Myers at Casey.Myers@unsw.edu.au. Include a copy of your CV and your academic transcript(s).

Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC) is an Australian research and development company, working to make quantum computers a reality.

We are looking for a hard working, enthusiastic and dedicated student to join our team of expert researchers.

We are currently in a very exciting age of quantum computing, on the very precipice of observing a so-called quantum advantage, where a quantum device could solve a practical problem faster, more efficiently, or with greater accuracy than that possible with the most powerful classical supercomputers.

Recent encouraging results have observed clear quantum supremacy for both superconducting and photonic physical systems, but the problems solved in these cases, while mathematically non-trivial, are contrived to emphasise the power of quantum circuits and have little practical use for real world problems.

There are two fundamental issues that must first be resolved before a quantum advantage can be realised: what is the best physical architecture for encoding low noise, long coherent time qubits and operating high fidelity quantum gates; what algorithms can be implemented on low depth circuits before noise decoheres the quantum information.

At SQC, we are developing the full stack platform for universal quantum computation based on high fidelity nuclear and electron spin qubit devices made from phosphorus donors in silicon. In this project we will focus on developing quantum algorithms in the silicon architecture from a bottom-up perspective, investigating the use of near-term heuristic quantum algorithms to observe a quantum advantage, such as the quantum approximate optimisation algorithm (QAOA), heuristic kernel methods and the variational eignensovler (VQE) along with its various generalisations.

How to Apply

Express your interest by emailing Dr Casey Myers at Casey.Myers@unsw.edu.au. Include a copy of your CV and your academic transcript(s).

Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC) is an Australian research and development company, working to make quantum computers a reality.

We are looking for a hard working, enthusiastic and dedicated student to join our team of expert researchers.

Silicon semiconductor quantum computers hold the promise of realizing scalable and practical quantum technologies. This project aims to leverage the capabilities of near-term quantum computers built on silicon qubits to explore and develop novel applications of quantum algorithms  and protocols and explore the ways that these can be mapped to silicon quantum computers. By harnessing the unique properties of silicon-based qubits, we can pave the way for ground-breaking advancements in areas where classical computing falls short. In this project we will focus on the application of silicon quantum computers, the mapping to these devices, performance benchmarking, and the optimisation of protocols and algorithms for these devices.

How to Apply

Express your interest by emailing Dr Charles Hill at Charles.Hill1@unsw.edu.au. Include a copy of your CV and your academic transcript(s).

Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC) is an Australian research and development company, working to make quantum computers a reality.

We are looking for a hard working, enthusiastic and dedicated student to join our team of expert researchers.

A crucial aspect of quantum computing research that focuses on ensuring the correctness, reliability, and performance of quantum computing systems. QCVV involves developing methodologies, tools, and techniques to verify the behaviour of quantum processors, validate their results, and assess their performance against theoretical expectations. This field plays a vital role in building trust and confidence in quantum computing technologies, which are inherently complex and susceptible to various sources of errors. This project encompasses topics such as error characterization, where we are particularly interested in novel effects like non-Markovian noise and spatially correlated noise, mitigation of that noise, benchmarking, and the development of novel techniques for verifying and validating quantum computation.

How to Apply

Express your interest by emailing Dr Charles Hill at Charles.Hill1@unsw.edu.au. Include a copy of your CV and your academic transcript(s).

Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC) is an Australian research and development company, working to make quantum computers a reality.

We are looking for a hard working, enthusiastic and dedicated student to join our team of expert researchers.

The project proposes an integrated exploration of Quantum Error Correction (QEC) on silicon-based qubits. This projects aims to not only assess the performance of codes like the surface code on silicon qubits but also to actively demonstrate and refine QEC protocols tailored to the unique properties of silicon quantum computers. The project seeks to optimize the underlying architectural elements of silicon qubit systems to enhance their suitability for QEC applications, and consider ways in which QEC can be applied to silicon quantum computers. Through simulation and analysis, assess how these codes interact with silicon qubits’ characteristics and identify strategies to enhance their efficiency.

How to Apply

Express your interest by emailing Dr Charles Hill at Charles.Hill1@unsw.edu.au. Include a copy of your CV and your academic transcript(s).

Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC) is an Australian research and development company, working to make quantum computers a reality.

We are looking for a hard working, enthusiastic and dedicated student to join our team of expert researchers.

Quantum simulation of materials and chemistry is considered one of the most promising opportunities for future quantum computers. These simulations become classically intractable due to the strong interactions between electrons making accurate (and often qualitative) predictions extremely difficult. At SQC we have the unique ability to fabricate quantum dot arrays in the strongly interacting regime that is classically intractable where quantum advantage may be achievable. In this project, the student will develop techniques for analogue quantum simulation of materials and chemistry. They will work closely with theoretical collaborators to develop novel devices based on our Coulomb-confined quantum dots operated in cryogenic dilution refrigerators.

How to Apply

Express your interest by emailing Dr Samuel Gorman at samuel.gorman@unsw.edu.au. Include a copy of your CV and your academic transcript(s).

Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC) is an Australian research and development company, working to make quantum computers a reality.

We are looking for a hard working, enthusiastic and dedicated student to join our team of expert researchers.

Electric-dipole spin resonance (EDSR) has recently been gaining considerable attention in the spin-qubit field due to the local, fast, and high-fidelity control allowed by electric (rather than magnetic) fields. Single and two-qubit gates have been demonstrated in gate-defined quantum dots with promising fidelity and scalability. At SQC we have developed a technique for EDSR control of our donor-based qubits that harnesses the nuclear spins for electrical control. Not only does this new qubit promise fast control but also allows for long-distance coupling making it extremely attractive for large-scale quantum computing architectures. The student will experimentally investigate EDSR qubits using phosphorus-donors in silicon and work to scale the number of qubits towards a 100-qubit prototype. The few qubit devices will be measure in a dilution refrigerator where the student develop cryogenic control techniques, optimise the qubit performance, and design new device architectures for larger qubit systems.

How to Apply

Express your interest by emailing Dr Samuel Gorman at samuel.gorman@unsw.edu.au. Include a copy of your CV and your academic transcript(s).

Silicon Quantum Computing (SQC) is an Australian research and development company, working to make quantum computers a reality.

We are looking for a hard working, enthusiastic and dedicated student to join our team of expert researchers.

State preparation and measurement (SPAM) are fundamental processes in quantum computation. These operations must be performed with high accuracy while also being as fast as possible to allow for the incorporation of quantum error mitigation and correction. At SQC we can leverage the strong confinement of our donor-based qubits to enable strong coupling between our sensors for measurement and the qubits. This allows for fast, high-fidelity SPAM at the forefront of spin qubits. In this project, the student will work with several charge sensors for qubit readout aimed at scalability, while maintaining the current high performance of our atom qubits. They will work on the design of novel SPAM protocols and optimise the next generation of charge sensors for future spin-based quantum computers.

How to Apply

Express your interest by emailing Dr Samuel Gorman at samuel.gorman@unsw.edu.au. Include a copy of your CV and your academic transcript(s).

+ Join a world-class team at the cutting edge of technology, focussed on making quantum computers a reality

+ Collaborate with a diverse, multicultural team across the full stack quantum computer

+ Enjoy the sunny shores and stunning scenery of Sydney, Australia

An exciting opportunity exists for an Atomic Fabrication Scientist to undertake a unique academic-industry position in a start-up company, Silicon Quantum Computing Pty Ltd (SQC), co-located with the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communication (CQC²T or the Centre), based at UNSW Sydney. This position will be in one of Australia’s leading research teams conducting world-leading research in atomic electronics and quantum computing with the specific aim of building a quantum computer based on atom-qubits in silicon. Silicon Quantum Computing is an Australian research and development company, working hard to make quantum computers a reality.

Position Summary

The Atomic Fabrication Scientist optimises the fabrication of nanometre to atomic scale devices in silicon. This includes the ongoing development of unique semiconductor fabrication techniques and processes and the operation of an ultra-high vacuum STM/MBE system for the production of atomic-scale devices for studies of coherent transport of quantum information in multi-qubit architectures.

The Atomic Fabrication Scientist works alongside atomic-scale device fabrication scientists, clean-room managers, and device processing engineers to fabricate atomic-scale silicon devices with controlled dopant profiles and support the overall fabrication of globally unique quantum computer processors.

This position reports to the Senior Research Fellow, Dr Joris Keizer, and works alongside other staff and students funded by SQC as well as CQC2T. While this role does not have any direct reports, it is expected that they will assist where necessary with the supervision of other team members.

About SQC

+ SQC is a well-funded Australian company formed by the Commonwealth Government, the New South Wales State Government, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Telstra, and UNSW Sydney.

+ SQC is seeking to commercialise silicon quantum computing technology developed in Australia – technology that has the potential to have a global impact.

+ SQC’s work is building on more than 20 years of world-leading research by the Centre of Excellence which includes the development of dedicated manufacturing and measurement techniques for an atom-based quantum computer in silicon.

+ This role and SQC are located at the headquarters of the Centre at UNSW Sydney.

Opportunities and Accountabilities

+ Responsible for the reproducible execution of a globally unique atomic-scale device fabrication process of excellent quality.

+ Drive the reproducible execution of device fabrication processes on a day-to-day basis.

+ Responsible for the ongoing development of the atomic-scale device fabrication process for improved device metrics and high yield.

+ Design, fabrication and measurement of atomic-scale silicon qubit devices.

+ Conduct the operation and maintenance of ScientaOmicron Nanotechnology variable and low-temperature scanning probe microscopes and MBE systems.

+ Design, fabricate and measure internationally unique atomic-scale, multi-qubit devices in silicon using scanning probe lithography and molecular beam epitaxy (MBE).

+ Undertake detailed analysis of individual process steps for optimisation and improvement and provide thorough reports.

+ Work closely with clean-room managers and device processing engineers to further the electrical interface and chip layout of multi qubit devices.

+ Provide technical assistance and training to the research staff and students working on the current process.

+ Liaise with the Senior Research Fellow and team to ensure efficient delivery of atomic-scale devices.

+ Start developing independent research experiments/projects for troubleshooting processing issues and improving the yield and efficiency of atomic-scale device fabrication process.

+ Implement safety systems including OH&S, hazardous substances, risk assessments and conformance with AS’s codes.

+ Assist with the training and guidance of atomic fabrication and cleanroom engineers and scientists.

+ Align with and actively demonstrate the UNSW Values in Action: Our Behaviours and the UNSW Code of Conduct.

+ Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.

About the applicant

+ A PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Engineering, and/or relevant field.

+ Demonstrated work experience in a research environment including hands-on experience of scanning tunnelling microscopy.

+ Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.

+ Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.

+ Demonstrated strong track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership.

+ Demonstrated internationally recognised work in ultra-high vacuum scanning probe microscopy or molecular beam epitaxy.

+ Demonstrated experience in one of the following areas is required:

• • STM of semiconductor surfaces, preferably silicon;
  • high resolution STM-lithography;
  • crystal growth by MBE;
  • single atom manipulation;
  • spin measurements by STM; or
  • spectroscopy measurements by STM

+ Experience in fabrication and research of nanostructured and mesoscopic devices on semiconductor materials, such as silicon, III-V semiconductors.

+ Experience in troubleshooting and solving complex fabrication issues.

+ Experience of working in close knit teams to optimise complex semiconductor device processes.

+ Well-organised, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

+ Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.

+ An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.

+ Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

If this role is for you, send your CV to careers@sqc.com.au

+ Join a world-class team at the cutting edge of technology, focussed on making quantum computers a reality

+ Collaborate with a diverse, multicultural team across the full stack quantum computer

+ Enjoy the sunny shores and stunning scenery of Sydney, Australia

An exciting opportunity exists for a condensed matter physicist to undertake a unique academic-industry position in a start-up company, Silicon Quantum Computing Pty Limited (SQC). This position will be in one of Australia’s leading research teams conducting world-leading research in atomic electronics and quantum computing with the specific aim of building a quantum computer based on atom-qubits in silicon. SQC is an Australian research and development company, working hard to make quantum computers a reality.

Position Summary

The Condensed Matter Physicist will support the identification of use cases and algorithm development for both analogue and digital quantum computers to solve difficult industry applications in the near-term. In this role, the Condensed Matter Physicist will consider analogue quantum systems comprised of large arrays of phosphorus-doped silicon quantum dots as a computational resource. Additionally, this role will develop algorithms for digital quantum computers focusing on solving industry problems with a 100-qubit silicon-based quantum processor, as the broader SQC team works to scale quantum devices from 10-qubit to 100-qubit architectures within the next 5 years. This role will examine optimisation and machine learning use cases for both quantum computing paradigms from the transportation, finance, and communications industries.

Ultimately this role will work closely with hardware, software and processing engineers to realise quantum processors in silicon ensuring high-fidelity control and measurement of multi-qubit devices at cryogenic temperatures. This is a highly sought after position within a dynamic and highly collaborative research and development environment. The successful applicant will join the world-leading team led by Professor Michelle Simmons, who has an international reputation for pioneering a radical new technology for developing atom qubits in silicon. This group is poised to scale to 100-qunit architectures within the next 5 years.

The Condensed Matter Physicist will report to A/Prof Charles Hill, the Quantum Architectures team lead, and work closely with Dr Casey Myers, the Algorithms and Applications team lead and alongside other staff and students funded by SQC. The role will assist where necessary with the support of PhD and undergraduate students and other members of the Algorithms and Architectures team members. This position provides a unique opportunity to work within a truly multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers working at the forefront of global quantum computing internationally.

About SQC

SQC is an Australian private company, located at UNSW Sydney, at the forefront of global efforts to build a commercial-scale quantum computer and bring quantum computing to market. It was formed in May 2017 by the Commonwealth of Australia, UNSW Sydney, Telstra Corporation, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia and the State of New South Wales. It was funded with A$83 million to acquire a portfolio of world-leading silicon quantum computing intellectual property (IP) developed over the previous twenty years at the Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communications Technology (CQC2T) and to commence a technical development program to build a silicon quantum computer.

Since May 2017, SQC has assembled a world-class team of quantum scientists, engineers and technicians, specialist equipment and globally unique laboratories at UNSW to further its program. In addition to its core processor technology, SQC is developing a ‘full stack’ quantum computer to ensure it can deliver a useful and manufacturable quantum device.

Opportunities and Accountabilities

+ Model near-term devices consisting of interacting arrays of quantum dots, to inform and interpret experimental results.

+ Develop the mapping of condensed matter systems to analogue quantum systems consisting of arrays of phosphorus doped silicon quantum dots.

+ Explore implementation of relevant algorithms to condensed matter systems on digital quantum algorithms based on near-term, atom-based silicon hardware.

+ Adapt, tailor, and develop analogue quantum systems and quantum algorithms for industry focussed applications.

+ Work on the theory of analogue quantum systems and parallels to condensed matter systems to better understand the near- and medium-term direction of analogue quantum computing to determine their performance.

+ Explore the theory of quantum algorithms considering the prospects of medium- to long-term quantum algorithms for condensed matter systems, the required resources and the requirements for quantum advantage over current conventional computing methods.

+ Work with a multidisciplinary team of quantum physicists, engineers, technicians, postdoctoral researchers, and PhD students for early-stage quantum system implementations on silicon-based quantum computer devices.

+ Generate high quality research publication output.

+ Provide technical assistance and training to the research staff and students working within SQC.

With further experience

In addition to the above:

+ Make a significant contribution to the field of quantum information.

+ Where appropriate, take leadership of research projects.

+ Work with a multidisciplinary team of quantum physicists, engineers, technicians, postdoctoral researchers and PhD students to identify early-stage opportunities for algorithm implementation on silicon-based quantum computer devices.

+ Supervise honours or other higher degree research students.

About the applicant

+ A PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics with a focus relevant to condensed matter physics, with work experience in a research or commercial environment.

+ Demonstrated research capabilities in condensed matter physics, computational physics, spin physics, quantum algorithms or related field.

+ Experience writing high-performance quantum algorithm implementation, preferably in Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or equivalent. GPU programming experience.

+ Experience with Python quantum computing packages such as OpenQASM (Qiskit), Cirq, Project Q, or equivalent.

+ Experience in troubleshooting and solving complex unplanned issues.

+ Well-organised, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.

With further experience

In addition to the above:

+ Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.

+ Demonstrated outstanding research capabilities in condensed matter physics, computational physics, spin physics, quantum algorithms or related field.

+ Experience devising solutions to industry use-cases with quantum systems.

+ Experience solving chemistry/materials problems on quantum systems.

+ Experience modelling qubit systems.

+ Significant experience with Python quantum computing packages, such as OpenQASM (Qiskit), Cirq, ProjectQ, or equivalent.

+ Experience with co-supervision of higher degree research students in quantum computing.

If this role is for you, send your CV to careers@sqc.com.au

+ Join a world-class team at the cutting edge of technology, focussed on making quantum computers a reality

+ Collaborate with a diverse, multicultural team across the full stack quantum computer

+ Enjoy the sunny shores and stunning scenery of Sydney, Australia

An exciting opportunity exists for a quantum chemistry applications scientist to undertake a unique academic-industry position in a start-up company, Silicon Quantum Computing Pty Limited (SQC). This position will be in one of Australia’s leading research teams conducting world-leading research in atomic electronics and quantum computing with the specific aim of building a quantum computer based on atom-qubits in silicon. SQC is an Australian research and development company, working hard to make quantum computers a reality.

Position Summary

The Quantum Chemistry Applications Scientist will support the identification of use cases and algorithm development for both analogue and digital quantum computers to solve difficult industry applications in the near-term. In this role, the Quantum Chemistry Applications Scientist will consider analogue quantum systems comprised of large arrays of phosphorus-doped silicon quantum dots as a computational resource. Additionally, this role will develop algorithms for digital quantum computers focusing on solving industry problems with a 100-qubit silicon-based quantum processor, as the broader SQC team works to scale quantum devices from 10-qubit to 100-qubit architectures within the next 5 years. This role will examine quantum chemistry use cases for both quantum computing paradigms from the defence, materials, and electronics industries.

Ultimately this role will work closely with hardware, software and processing engineers to realise quantum processors in silicon ensuring high-fidelity control and measurement of multi-qubit devices at cryogenic temperatures. This is a highly sought after position within a dynamic and highly collaborative research and development environment. The successful applicant will join the world-leading team led by Professor Michelle Simmons, who has an international reputation for pioneering a radical new technology for developing atom qubits in silicon. This group is poised to scale to 100-qubit architectures within the next 5 years.

The Quantum Chemistry Applications Scientist will report to Dr Casey Myers, the Algorithms and Applications team lead, and work closely with A/Prof Charles Hill, the Quantum Architectures team lead, alongside other staff and students funded by SQC. The role will assist where necessary with the support of PhD and undergraduate students and other members of the Algorithms and Architectures team members. This position provides a unique opportunity to work within a truly multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers working at the forefront of global quantum computing internationally.

About SQC

SQC is an Australian private company, located at UNSW Sydney, at the forefront of global efforts to build a commercial-scale quantum computer and bring quantum computing to market. It was formed in May 2017 by the Commonwealth of Australia, UNSW Sydney, Telstra Corporation, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia and the State of New South Wales. It was funded with A$83 million to acquire a portfolio of world-leading silicon quantum computing intellectual property (IP) developed over the previous twenty years at the Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communications Technology (CQC2T) and to commence a technical development program to build a silicon quantum computer.

Since May 2017, SQC has assembled a world-class team of quantum scientists, engineers and technicians, specialist equipment and globally unique laboratories at UNSW to further its program. In addition to its core processor technology, SQC is developing a ‘full stack’ quantum computer to ensure it can deliver a useful and manufacturable quantum device.

Opportunities and Accountabilities

+ Investigate quantum advantage with near-term quantum systems for chemistry applications.

+ Explore the implementation of analogue quantum systems on near-term arrays of phosphorus-doped silicon quantum dots.

+ Explore the implementation of digital quantum algorithms on near-term, atom-based silicon hardware.

+ Adapt, tailor, and develop analogue quantum systems and quantum algorithms for industry focussed applications.

+ Work on the theory of analogue quantum systems to better understand the near- and medium-term direction of analogue quantum computing to determine when/how a quantum advantage can be achieved.

+ Work on the theory of quantum algorithms to better understand the medium- to long-term direction of quantum computing to determine when/how a quantum advantage can be achieved.

+ Work with a multidisciplinary team of quantum physicists, engineers, technicians, postdoctoral researchers, and PhD students for early-stage quantum system implementations on silicon-based quantum computer devices.

+ Generate high quality research publication output.

+ Provide technical assistance and training to the research staff and students working within SQC.

With further experience

In addition to the above:

+ Make a significant contribution to the field of quantum information.

+ Where appropriate, take leadership of research projects.

+ Work with a multidisciplinary team of quantum physicists, engineers, technicians, postdoctoral researchers and PhD students to identify early-stage opportunities for algorithm implementation on silicon-based quantum computer devices.

+ Supervise honours or other higher degree research students.

About the applicant 

+ A PhD Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Mathematics or relevant field, with work experience in a research or commercial environment.

+ Demonstrated research capabilities in quantum chemistry, condensed matter physics, computational physics, spin physics or quantum algorithms related field.

+ Experience writing high-performance algorithm implementation, preferably in Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or equivalent. GPU programming experience.

+ Experience with Python quantum computing packages such as OpenQASM (Qiskit), Cirq, Project Q, or equivalent.

+ Experience in troubleshooting and solving complex unplanned issues.

+ Well-organised, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.

With further experience

In addition to the above:

+ Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.

+ Demonstrated outstanding research capabilities in quantum chemistry, condensed matter physics, computational physics, spin physics, quantum algorithms or related field.

+ Experience devising solutions to industry use-cases with quantum systems.

+ Experience solving chemistry/materials problems on quantum systems.

+ Experience modelling qubit systems.

+ Significant experience with Python quantum computing packages, such as OpenQASM (Qiskit), Cirq, ProjectQ, or equivalent.

+ Experience with co-supervision of higher degree research students in quantum computing.

If this role is for you, send your CV to careers@sqc.com.au

Position Summary

An exciting opportunity exists for a quantum engineer to undertake a unique academic-industry position in a start-up company, Silicon Quantum Computing Pty Ltd (SQC), co-located with the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communication (CQC²T or the Centre), based at UNSW Sydney. This position will be in one of Australia’s leading research teams conducting world-leading research in atomic electronics and quantum computing with the specific aim of building a quantum computer based on atom-qubits in silicon. Silicon Quantum Computing is an Australian Research and Development company, working hard to make quantum computers a reality.

Ultimately this role will work closely with hardware, software and processing engineers to realise quantum processors in silicon ensuring high-fidelity control and measurement of multi-qubit devices at cryogenic temperatures. This is a highly sought after position within a dynamic and highly collaborative research and development environment. The successful applicant will join the world-leading team led by Professor Michelle Simmons, who has an international reputation for developing a radical new technology for developing atom qubits in silicon. This group is poised to scale to 100-qubit architectures within the next 5 years.

Background

+ SQC is a well-funded Australian company formed by the Commonwealth Government, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Telstra, the New South Wales Government and UNSW Sydney.

+ SQC is seeking to commercialise silicon quantum computing technology developed in Australia – technology that has the potential to have a global impact.

+ SQC’s work is building on more than 20 years of world-leading research by the Centre of Excellence which includes the development of dedicated manufacturing and measurement techniques for an atom-based quantum computer in silicon.

+ This role and SQC are located the headquarters of the Centre at UNSW Sydney.

The Quantum Engineer will support the development of a large-scale digital quantum computer as the team works to scale to a 100-qubit architecture. In this role, the Quantum Engineer enhances the cryogenic measurement capabilities of the phosphorus-doped silicon qubits, develops novel initialisation, control and measurement schemes, and optimises device performance to scale the qubit architecture to a logical qubit.

The successful applicant will report to Professor Michelle Simmons and will work closely with the Quantum Systems Engineering lead, alongside other staff and students funded by SQC. This role will assist where necessary with the supervision of other team members. This position provides a unique opportunity to work within a truly multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers working at the forefront of global quantum computing internationally.

Accountabilities

Level 7: Specific accountabilities for this role include:

+ Develop, perform, and analyse low noise cryogenic measurements of quantum processors in silicon.

+ Operate and maintain specialised electronic equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, vector signal generators, DACs and ADCs).

+ Assist in the development of hardware and software for processor measurements (alongside hardware and software teams).

+ Assist in the development and implementation of novel quantum control protocols.

+ Assist in the maintenance and operation of a cryogenic dilution refrigerator.

+ Assist with the maintenance of laboratory computers, hardware, and software infrastructure.

+ Where appropriate, take leadership of research projects.

+ Work with a multidisciplinary team of quantum physicists, engineers, technicians, postdoctoral researchers, and PhD students to establish optimal setups for performing high-fidelity measurements.

+ Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.

+ Align with and actively demonstrate the UNSW Values in Action: Our Behaviours and the UNSW Code of Conduct.

+ Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.

Skills and Experience

Level 7:

+ An undergraduate or Master’s degree in physics, electrical engineering or equivalent in either a commercial or academic environment.

+ Demonstrated experience with using common RF and microwave test equipment (e.g., signal generators, spectrum analysers, network analysers, oscilloscopes).

+ Demonstrated ability to undertake and complete research projects.

+ Demonstrated experience with Python (or similar programming language).

+ Excellent IT skills, including experience with word processing such as MS-WORD, LaTex or equivalent.

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with all stakeholders.

+ Well-organised, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

+ Demonstrated ability to think logically, create solutions and make informed decisions.

+ Ability and willingness to work in a team where credit is shared.

+ Ability to implement equal opportunity and diversity policies and programs.

+ An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.

+ Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

If this role is for you, send your CV to careers@sqc.com.au

Position Summary

An exciting opportunity exists for a software engineer to undertake a position in a start-up company, Silicon Quantum Computing Pty Ltd (SQC), co-located with the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communication (CQC²T or the Centre), based at UNSW Sydney. This position will work with the world-leading atomic electronics and quantum computing team at SQC, an Australian research and development company, working hard to make quantum computers a reality.

This is a highly sought after position within a dynamic and highly collaborative research and development environment. The successful applicant will join the world-leading team led by Professor Michelle Simmons, who has an international reputation for developing a radical new technology for developing atom qubits in silicon. This group is poised to scale to 100-qubit architectures within the next 5 years.

Background

+ SQC is a well-funded Australian company formed by the Commonwealth Government, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Telstra, the New South Wales Government and UNSW Sydney.

+ SQC is seeking to commercialise silicon quantum computing technology developed in Australia – technology that has the potential to have a global impact.

+ SQC’s work is building on more than 20 years of world-leading research by the Centre of Excellence which includes the development of dedicated manufacturing and measurement techniques for an atom-based quantum computer in silicon.

+ This role and SQC are located the headquarters of the Centre at UNSW Sydney.

The Software Engineer (DevOps) will be responsible for the management of our development, test and project development life cycles across our hardware and software engineering teams.

Working alongside the software engineers and the data cluster engineering team, this role ensures that our CI/CD processes and methodologies are maintained and regularly improved, both by using metrics and telemetry analysis and by implementing industry best practice through opensource and SaaS tools where appropriate. SQC has a well-established development ecosystem of monorepo git-based development with a mature CI/CD framework in place. This role will extend and expand this base as the needs arise.

The successful applicant will report to the Head of Software Engineering and will work alongside other staff and students funded by SQC. While this role does not have any direct reports, it is expected that you will aid where necessary with the supervision, guidance, and direction of other team members. This position provides a unique opportunity to work within a truly multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers working at the forefront of global quantum computing internationally.

Accountabilities

Specific accountabilities for this role include:

+ Develop and operate the build systems of the hardware and software engineering team, meeting their needs.

+ Work with telemetry data gathering systems to gain insights into build and process improvements.

+ Continually improve the various development, testing and automation tools and infrastructure as required.

+ Active involvement in the code review process where applicable

+ Enhance the security posture of code provenance and identity solutions.

+ Mentor and guide the teams through upgrades and change of the development processes where appropriate.

+ Collaborate with the researchers and engineering team members on a variety of projects.

+ Exercise best practice of both Agile and Test-driven development of our software solution and upcoming frameworks and integration.

+ Contribute to the development of innovative concepts and ideas for future research.

+ Ensure good software documentation and code quality practices are maintained.

+ Align with and actively demonstrate the UNSW Values in Action: Our Behaviours and the UNSW Code of Conduct.

+ Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.

Skills and Experience

Essential:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related discipline and/or experience

+ Work experience as a software engineer in a DevOps capacity or equivalent role.

+ Experience with GitHub, GitLab or AWS CodeBuild CI solutions.

+ Experience in Python, Scripting, Docker, Clusters.

+ Experience with Linux.

+ Experience with VCS based around git and CI/CD best practices.

+ Disciplined and systematic approach to software development and process, passion for clean code, attention to detail.

+ Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

+ Exceptional interpersonal skills.

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills, including an ability to create documentation and write reports.

+ An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.

+ Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training

Desirable (experience in one or more of these areas):

+ Experience with software testing frameworks.

+ Experience with Pants or Bazel, monorepo tools.

+ Experience with Make and associated tooling.

+ Experience with Grafana, Prometheus.

+ Experience with a variety of operating systems: Windows, Linux, etc.

+ Familiarity with agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, Lean Development, etc.

Pre-employment checks required for this position

• Verification of qualifications.

If this role is for you, send your CV to careers@sqc.com.au

Position Summary

An exciting opportunity exists for a senior software engineer to undertake a position in a start-up company, Silicon Quantum Computing Pty Ltd (SQC), co-located with the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communication (CQC²T or the Centre), based at UNSW Sydney. This position will work with the world-leading atomic electronics and quantum computing team at SQC, an Australian research and development company, working hard to make quantum computers a reality.

This is a highly sought after position within a dynamic and highly collaborative research and development environment. The successful applicant will join the world-leading team led by Professor Michelle Simmons, who has an international reputation for developing a radical new technology for developing atom qubits in silicon. This group is poised to scale to 100-qubit architectures within the next 5 years.

Background:

+ SQC is a well-funded Australian company formed by the Commonwealth Government, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Telstra, the New South Wales Government and UNSW Sydney.

+ SQC is seeking to commercialise silicon quantum computing technology developed in Australia – technology that has the potential to have a global impact.

+ SQC’s work is building on more than 20 years of world-leading research by the Centre of Excellence which includes the development of dedicated manufacturing and measurement techniques for an atom-based quantum computer in silicon.

+ This role and SQC are located the headquarters of the Centre at UNSW Sydney.

The Senior Software Engineer (Quantum Control / Integration Engineer) will work in a team of other software and hardware engineers and quantum physicists dedicated to the development of a quantum computer. In particular, the Senior Software Engineer will employ software development design in modern programming languages, especially Python, to develop the software layer that interfaces low noise, cryogenic measurement instrumentation in the design, manufacture, and testing of silicon-based quantum processors. While current research is focussed on the development of a 10-qubit quantum integrated circuit prototype, this position works to develop scalable software solutions covering the entire stack from fabrication, up to and including the quantum algorithm execution.

The successful applicant will report to the Head of Software Engineering and will work alongside other staff and students funded by SQC. While this role does not have any direct reports, it is expected that you will aid where necessary with the supervision, guidance, and direction of other team members. This position provides a unique opportunity to work within a truly multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers working at the forefront of global quantum computing internationally.

Accountabilities

Specific accountabilities for this role include:

+ Develop, optimise, implement, and test software toolkits to interface with control hardware such as DACs, ADCs, signal generators, etc.

+ Develop, optimise, implement, and test software toolkits for FPGA-based data acquisition and analysis applications.

+ Plan and develop elements of the quantum computing stack, including compilers and transpilers for integration with third-party software development toolkits such as cirq, Qiskit, OpenQASM etc.

+ Perform software-based data handling and analysis.

+ Research and implement new methods for Quantum Control using classical compilation and embedded software control designs.

+ Develop automated solutions and pipelines to support research projects.

+ Collaborate with quantum computing researchers to develop control software for specific experimental protocols/algorithms.

+ Lead and collaborate with hardware engineers to optimise software for measurement, benchmarking, and applications.

+ Review and assess commercial and open-source opportunities for integration and/or collaborative partnerships.

+ Exercise best practice of both Agile and Test-driven development of our software solution and upcoming frameworks and integration.

+ Contribute to the development of innovative concepts and ideas for future research.

+ Ensure good software documentation and code quality practices are maintained.

+ Lead and deliver software outcomes independently.

+ Align with and actively demonstrate the UNSW Values in Action: Our Behaviours and the UNSW Code of Conduct.

+ Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.

Skills and Experience

Required:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering and/or related discipline.

+ Graduate education and/or experience with quantum physics.

+ Five or more years’ experience as a Software Engineer or equivalent role.

+ Experience in Python.

+ Experience with VCS based around git and CI/CD best practices.

+ Experience with software testing frameworks.

+ Experience in programming for hardware communications, with particular attention to synchronisation of tasks and real-time performance.

+ Demonstrated experience in multi-process and/or multi-threaded programming.

+ Disciplined and systematic approach to software development and process, passion for clean code, attention to detail.

+ Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

+ Exceptional interpersonal skills.

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills, including an ability to create documentation and write reports.

+ An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.

+ Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training

Desirable (experience in one or more of these areas):

+ Systems control and robotics.

+ Quantum Computing including control, algorithm principles and execution.

+ Digital Signal Processing techniques, especially with FPGA; familiarity with electrical engineering.

+ Real time data processing and analysis for data streaming systems.

+ Experience with a variety of operating systems: Windows, Linux, etc.

+ Familiarity with agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, Lean Development, etc.

Pre-employment checks required for this position

+ Verification of qualifications

If this role is for you, send your CV to careers@sqc.com.au

Position Summary

An exciting opportunity exists for a software engineer to undertake a position in a start-up company, Silicon Quantum Computing Pty Ltd (SQC), co-located with the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communication (CQC²T or the Centre), based at UNSW Sydney. This position will work with the world-leading atomic electronics and quantum computing team at SQC, an Australian research and development company, working hard to make quantum computers a reality.

This is a highly sought after position within a dynamic and highly collaborative research and development environment. The successful applicant will join the world-leading team led by Professor Michelle Simmons, who has an international reputation for developing a radical new technology for developing atom qubits in silicon. This group is poised to scale to 100-qubit architectures within the next 5 years.

Background:

+ SQC is a well-funded Australian company formed by the Commonwealth Government, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Telstra, the New South Wales Government and UNSW Sydney.

+ SQC is seeking to commercialise silicon quantum computing technology developed in Australia – technology that has the potential to have a global impact.

+ SQC’s work is building on more than 20 years of world-leading research by the Centre of Excellence which includes the development of dedicated manufacturing and measurement techniques for an atom-based quantum computer in silicon.

+ This role and SQC are located the headquarters of the Centre at UNSW Sydney.

The Software Engineer (Quantum Control / Integration Engineer) will work in a team of other software and hardware engineers and quantum physicists dedicated to the development of a quantum computer. In particular, the Software Engineer will employ software development design in modern programming languages, especially Python, to develop the software layer that interfaces low noise, cryogenic measurement instrumentation in the design, manufacture, and testing of silicon-based quantum processors. While current research is focussed on the development of a 10-qubit quantum integrated circuit prototype, this position works to develop scalable software solutions covering the entire stack from fabrication, up to and including the quantum algorithm execution.

The successful applicant will report to the Head of Software Engineering and will work alongside other staff and students funded by SQC. While this role does not have any direct reports, it is expected that you will aid where necessary with the supervision, guidance, and direction of other team members. This position provides a unique opportunity to work within a truly multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers working at the forefront of global quantum computing internationally.

Accountabilities

Specific accountabilities for this role include:

+ Develop, optimise, implement, and test software toolkits to interface with control hardware such as DACs, ADCs, signal generators, etc.

+ Develop, optimise, implement, and test software toolkits for FPGA-based data acquisition and analysis applications.

+ Plan and develop elements of the quantum computing stack, including compilers and transpilers for integration with third-party software development toolkits such as cirq, Qiskit, OpenQASM etc.

+ Perform software-based data handling and analysis.

+ Collaborate with quantum computing researchers to develop control software for specific experimental protocols/algorithms.

+ Collaborate with hardware engineers to optimise software for measurement, benchmarking, and applications.

+ Review and assess commercial and open-source opportunities for integration and/or collaborative partnerships.

+ Exercise best practice of both Agile and Test-driven development of our software solution and upcoming frameworks and integration.

+ Contribute to the development of innovative concepts and ideas for future research.

+ Ensure good software documentation and code quality practices are maintained.

+ Lead and deliver software outcomes independently.

+ Align with and actively demonstrate the UNSW Values in Action: Our Behaviours and the UNSW Code of Conduct.

+ Cooperate with all health and safety policies and procedures of the university and take all reasonable care to ensure that your actions or omissions do not impact on the health and safety of yourself or others.

Skills and Experience

Required:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering and/or related discipline.

+ Graduate education and/or experience with quantum physics.

+ Five or more years’ experience as a Software Engineer or equivalent role.

+ Experience in Python.

+ Experience with VCS based around git and CI/CD best practices.

+ Experience in programming for hardware communications, with particular attention to synchronisation of tasks and real-time performance.

+ Disciplined and systematic approach to software development and process, passion for clean code, attention to detail.

+ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

+ Good written and verbal communication skills and experience writing documentation.

+ An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.

+ Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Desirable (experience in one or more of these areas):

+ Systems control and robotics.

+ Education, training or experience with Quantum Computing including control, algorithm principles and execution.

+ Familiarity with electrical engineering principles and concepts.

+ Real time data processing and analysis for data streaming systems.

+ Software testing frameworks.

+ Exposure to a variety of operating systems: Windows, Linux, and OSX.

+ Familiarity with agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, Lean Development, etc.

Pre-employment checks required for this position:

+ Verification of qualifications

If this role is for you, send your CV to careers@sqc.com.au

+ Join a world-class team at the cutting edge of technology, focussed on making quantum computers a reality.

+ Collaborate with a diverse, multicultural team across the full stack quantum computer.

+ Enjoy the sunny shores and stunning scenery of Sydney, Australia

An exciting opportunity exists for a quantum applications scientist to undertake a unique academic-industry position in a start-up company, Silicon Quantum Computing Pty Limited (SQC). This position will be in one of Australia’s leading research teams conducting world-leading research in atomic electronics and quantum computing with the specific aim of building a quantum computer based on atom-qubits in silicon. SQC is an Australian research and development company, working hard to make quantum computers a reality.

Position Summary

The Quantum Applications Scientist will support the identification of use cases and algorithm development for both analogue and digital quantum computers to solve difficult industry applications in the near-term. In this role, the Quantum Applications Scientist will consider analogue quantum systems comprised of large arrays of phosphorus-doped silicon quantum dots as a computational resource. Additionally, this role will develop algorithms for digital quantum computers focusing on solving industry problems with a 100-qubit silicon-based quantum processor, as the broader SQC team works to scale quantum devices from 10-qubit to 100-qubit architectures within the next 5 years. This role will examine quantum chemistry use cases for both quantum computing paradigms from the defence, materials, and electronics industries.

Ultimately this role will work closely with hardware, software and processing engineers to realise quantum processors in silicon ensuring high-fidelity control and measurement of multi-qubit devices at cryogenic temperatures. This is a highly sought after position within a dynamic and highly collaborative research and development environment. The successful applicant will join the world-leading team led by Professor Michelle Simmons, who has an international reputation for pioneering a radical new technology for developing atom qubits in silicon. This group is poised to scale to 100-qubit architectures within the next 5 years.

The Quantum Applications Scientist will report to Dr Casey Myers, the Algorithms and Applications team lead, and work closely with A/Prof Charles Hill, the Quantum Architectures team lead, alongside other staff and students funded by SQC. The role will assist where necessary with the support of PhD and undergraduate students and other members of the Algorithms and Architectures team members. This position provides a unique opportunity to work within a truly multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers working at the forefront of global quantum computing internationally.

About SQC

SQC is an Australian private company, located at UNSW Sydney, at the forefront of global efforts to build a commercial-scale quantum computer and bring quantum computing to market. It was formed in May 2017 by the Commonwealth of Australia, UNSW Sydney, Telstra Corporation, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia and the State of New South Wales. It was funded with A$83 million to acquire a portfolio of world-leading silicon quantum computing intellectual property (IP) developed over the previous twenty years at the Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communications Technology (CQC2T) and to commence a technical development program to build a silicon quantum computer.

Since May 2017, SQC has assembled a world-class team of quantum scientists, engineers and technicians, specialist equipment and globally unique laboratories at UNSW to further its program. In addition to its core processor technology, SQC is developing a ‘full stack’ quantum computer to ensure it can deliver a useful and manufacturable quantum device.

Opportunities and Accountabilities

+ Investigate quantum advantage with near-term quantum systems for applications.

+ Explore the implementation of analogue quantum systems on near-term arrays of phosphorus-doped silicon quantum dots.

+ Explore the implementation of digital quantum algorithms on near-term, atom-based silicon hardware.

+ Adapt, tailor, and develop analogue quantum systems and quantum algorithms for industry focussed applications.

+ Work on the theory of analogue quantum systems to better understand the near- and medium-term direction of analogue quantum computing to determine when/how a quantum advantage can be achieved.

+ Work on the theory of quantum algorithms to better understand the medium- to long-term direction of quantum computing to determine when/how a quantum advantage can be achieved.

+ Work with a multidisciplinary team of quantum physicists, engineers, technicians, postdoctoral researchers, and PhD students for early-stage quantum system implementations on silicon-based quantum computer devices.

+ Generate high quality research publication output.

+ Provide technical assistance and training to the research staff and students working within SQC.

With further experience

In addition to the above:

+ Make a significant contribution to the field of quantum information.

+ Where appropriate, take leadership of research projects.

+ Work with a multidisciplinary team of quantum physicists, engineers, technicians, postdoctoral researchers and PhD students to identify early-stage opportunities for algorithm implementation on silicon-based quantum computer devices.

+ Supervise honours or other higher degree research students.

About the applicant

+ A PhD Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics or relevant field, with work experience in a research or commercial environment.

+ Demonstrated research capabilities in condensed matter physics, computational physics, spin physics or quantum algorithms related field.

+ Experience writing high-performance algorithm implementation, preferably in Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or equivalent. GPU programming experience.

+ Experience with Python quantum computing packages such as OpenQASM (Qiskit), Cirq, Project Q, or equivalent.

+ Experience in troubleshooting and solving complex unplanned issues.

+ Well-organised, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.

With further experience

In addition to the above:

+ Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.

+ Demonstrated outstanding research capabilities in classical or quantum machine learning, condensed matter physics, computational physics or related field.

+ Experience devising solutions to industry use-cases with quantum systems.

+ Experience solving problems with machine learning on quantum systems.

+ Experience modelling qubit systems.

+ Significant experience with Python quantum computing packages, such as OpenQASM (Qiskit), Cirq, ProjectQ, or equivalent.

+ Experience with co-supervision of higher degree research students in quantum computing.

If this role is for you, send your CV to careers@sqc.com.au

Position Summary

We have ongoing job openings for graduates / researchers / engineers to work with world-leading atomic electronics and quantum computing teams at Silicon Quantum Computing Pty Limited (SQC) based at UNSW Sydney.

The Quantum Processor Characterisation Researcher undertakes electrical measurements of multi-qubit quantum processors and supports the development of a 100-qubit quantum processor as the team works to scale from 10-qubit to 100-qubit architectures within the decade.

Within this role you will write and execute code to perform electrical measurements, write scripts for data analysis, optimise experimental setups for high-frequency multi-qubit experiments such as the detection and control of individual spins in silicon, the controlled coupling between them, and the coherent transport of quantum information.

This position reports to Professor Michelle Simmons and will work closely with Dr Ludwik Kranz, the Cryogenic Operation & Scale-up Team Lead, and work alongside other staff and students funded by SQC as well as the Australian Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communication Technology (CQC²T).

We are interested to hear from applicants with a broad range of career stages and backgrounds including academics, professionals, electrical engineers, software engineers, as well as undergraduate and postgraduate students nearing the completion of their degrees. The role and remuneration will be tailored to your expertise.

About SQC

SQC is an Australian private company, located at UNSW Sydney, at the forefront of global efforts to build a commercial-scale quantum computer and bring quantum computing to market. It was formed in May 2017 by the Commonwealth of Australia, UNSW Sydney, Telstra Corporation, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia and the State of New South Wales. It was funded with A$83 million to acquire a portfolio of world-leading silicon quantum computing intellectual property (IP) developed over the previous twenty years at the Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communications Technology (CQC2T) and to commence a technical development program to build a silicon quantum computer.

Since May 2017, SQC has assembled a world-class team of quantum scientists, engineers and technicians, specialist equipment and globally unique laboratories at UNSW to further its program. In addition to its core processor technology, SQC is developing a ‘full stack’ quantum computer to ensure it can deliver a useful and manufacturable quantum device.

Opportunities and Accountabilities

+ Develop and perform low noise, high frequency measurements of devices in silicon

+ Run and execute scripts for electrical measurements.

+ Run and execute scripts for data analysis.

+ Operate and maintain specialised electronic equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, vector signal generators, DACs and ADCs).

+ Support operation of a cryogenic dilution refrigerator.

+ Assist with the maintenance of laboratory computer hardware and software infrastructure.

+ Work with a multidisciplinary team of quantum physicists, engineers, technicians, postdoctoral researchers and PhD students to establish optimal measurement setups.

+ Where appropriate, take leadership of research projects.

About the applicant

+ A degree in physics, electrical engineering, software engineering (or equivalent in either a commercial or academic environment).

+ Demonstrated experience with coding (Python or similar programming language).

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with all stakeholders.

+ Well-organised, attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

+ Demonstrated ability to think logically, create solutions and make informed decisions.

+ Ability and willingness to work in a team where credit is shared.

+ Ability to implement equal opportunity and diversity policies and programs.

+ Preferred: experience with low noise cryogenic measurement of solid state qubits.

+ Preferred: experience with setting up or running a cryogenic dilution refrigerator.

+ Preferred: experience of high frequency (GHz) measurement techniques and microwave engineering.

+ Preferred: experience with using common RF and microwave test equipment (e.g., signal generators, spectrum analysers, network analysers, oscilloscopes).

+ Preferred: Demonstrated internationally significant research in quantum effects in nanostructure devices, mesoscopic physics and quantum transport.

If this role is for you, send your CV to careers@sqc.com.au