Quantum Hardware Engineer – Experienced

Anyon Systems is a quantum computing company located in the Greater Montreal Region and with presence in Waterloo, Ontario. We work at the cutting edge of technology to develop and commercialise superconducting quantum computers. The company is rapidly growing and has both hardware and software groups to achieve its R&D goals.

You will be working within our Quantum Hardware Team, a team of engineers and scientists dedicated to the design, fabrication, and testing of novel superconducting quantum processors. You will collaborate closely with other teams when required. In this role, you will draw on your strong expertise as well as as your critical thinking and obsession for documentation.

If you are a self-starter, team player, have the hunger to venture into unknown areas, are results oriented and work cohesively within the team. Join us!

Quantum Hardware Engineer – Experienced

Location: Montreal, Qc. Canada
Job Type: Full-Time | Senior-Level | Department: Physics

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptual design, simulation, and validation of advanced superconducting quantum circuits.
• Lead experimental effort on characterization, calibration and/or control of quantum devices and processors.
• Optimize layout and design workflows using the Anyon Systems toolkit and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with R&D, nanofabrication, and systems teams to align hardware development with system-level goals.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, design reports, and contribute to roadmap planning.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 2–5 years of industry experience in quantum hardware or superconducting devices.
• Proven track record in developing and validating quantum circuit designs.
• Strong proficiency in Python and/or C++, especially in scientific or simulation contexts.
• Deep understanding of microwave engineering, quantum optics, and superconducting quantum circuits.
• Hands-on experience with nanofabrication processes involving superconducting materials.
• Experience with design validation using FEM or equivalent simulation tools.

Key Skills

• Leadership in technical problem-solving and project execution.
• Strategic thinking with a systems-level understanding of quantum computing.
• Excellent communication and mentorship skills; ability to work across teams.