Quantum System Validation Engineer / Physicist

Quantum System Validation Engineer / Physicist at Nord Quantique, Sherbrooke, QC, Canada. A mid-level full time position in the Engineering team, listed under hardware engineering.Our current needs
As part of the creation of the Engineering Department, Nord Quantique is building a new Quantum System Validation team responsible for validating that logical quantum performance is preserved as systems scale toward deployment-ready quantum computing platforms. We are seeking a highly motivated experimental physicist or engineer with experience in quantum systems, cryogenic experiments, and large-scale validation environments. Experience with superconducting quantum systems is an asset. The mission of this role is to execute and develop validation methodologies that characterize system-level performance, operational robustness, and long-term reliability of integrated quantum computing systems under realistic scaling constraints. More specifically, this individual will contribute to long-duration validation campaigns, characterize scaling-induced variability and emergent error sources, support system bring-up activities, and help establish the reliability foundations required for future utility-scale and deployment-ready quantum computing systems.Sought expertise and knowledge
Circuit QED and superconducting quantum systemsCryogenic experimental systemsRF, microwave, and pulsed measurements of superconducting quantum systemsExperimental automation and calibration workflowsData analysis and statistical interpretationSystem-level validation and performance characterizationReliability engineering or long-duration stability testing, an assetPython programming and version control best practices, an assetAdvanced level in English, to communicate with international team membersIntermediate knowledge of French, an assetNord Quantique is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in its training, workplaces, and activities. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and traditionally marginalized groups.Responsibilities
Define and execute system-level experimental validation campaignsCharacterize logical and physical performance under scaling-induced variability and emergent error sourcesPerform long-duration stability and drift measurementsSupport integrated system bring-up and operational robustness testingValidate calibration workflows, boot-up sequencing, and hardware–software orchestrationContribute to failure analysis, root-cause investigations, and reliability qualification activitiesDevelop automated validation and characterization workflowsAnalyze experimental data and communicate findings to cross-functional engineering and research teamsSupport development of deployment-readiness criteria, acceptance metrics, and performance-gating methodologiesRequirements
PhD in electrical engineering, experimental physics, quantum engineering, systems engineering, or a related fieldRelevant experience in quantum technologies, superconducting quantum hardware, or complex cryogenic experimental systemsExperience executing experimental campaigns in multidisciplinary environmentsStrong engineering mindsetStrong experimental rigor and analytical thinkingSystems-thinking mindsetTeam-oriented and collaborativeAdaptable to evolving technical prioritiesClear and concise technical communicatorComfortable operating in highly interdisciplinary environments
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