Fabrication Quantum Engineer

Join us in shaping the future of quantum computing!

Job Description

We are looking for a nanofabrication quantum engineer to join the Vandersypen lab at QuTech. Our team is dynamic and inclusive, with each member bringing unique perspectives and expertise to innovative research in semiconductor quantum technology.

The Vandersypen lab studies quantum computation and quantum simulation using gate-defined semiconductor quantum dots. We invent and test novel methods for qubit control, readout, and scaling, and explore emergent physical phenomena that arise from interacting charges and spins. A foundational aspect of making an impact and enabling advances in this domain is the realization of high-quality semiconductor quantum devices. This requires continuous improvement of fabrication routines to push the state of the art and a strong methodological approach to ensure reliable and reproducible quantum devices.

As a quantum engineer responsible for fabrication, you will interact with various groups at QuTech working on the development of semiconductor quantum technology to optimize collective progress, particularly collaborating with the team focused on growing high-quality heterostructures (Scappucci lab). While operating primarily from the Vandersypen lab, you will also support other QuTech groups, particularly the Veldhorst group.

We offer you a unique opportunity where every day brings new challenges and where, as part of a team, you will contribute to cutting-edge research in quantum computing and semiconductor technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabrication of advanced semiconductor quantum computing devices.
• Analysis and inspection of quantum devices, establishing effective feedback and feedforward systems.
• Joint design of quantum devices and professionalization of its approach.
• Maintaining excellent fabrication process quality.
• Staying up to date with developments in fabrication, semiconductor materials, and quantum device technology.

Qualifications

Whether you are about to complete your Ph.D. with experience in fabrication and nanolithography, or you are an experienced quantum engineer, this role is tailored for you! We value not only experience and skills but also your passion for this field and the right attitude. Whether you are junior or senior, we will adapt the role, provide appropriate training or challenges, and support your growth and success in this position.

We are also committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity, and we strongly encourage women and individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.

The main qualifications we are looking for are:

• A Ph.D. or equivalent experience in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with the fabrication of nanodevices, e-beam lithography, and deposition techniques such as ALD and evaporation.
• Background in semiconductor physics and device fabrication.
• Proficiency in the design and characterization of quantum dot devices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with quantum computing concepts and applications.
• Prior experience in a research or industrial setting focused on semiconductor device fabrication or quantum technology.

TU Delft

Delft University of Technology is built on strong foundations. As creators of the world-famous Dutch waterworks and pioneers in biotech, TU Delft is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society. For generations, our engineers have proven to be entrepreneurial problem-solvers, both in business and in a social context.

At TU Delft we embrace diversity as one of our core values and we actively engage to be a university where you feel at home and can flourish. We value different perspectives and qualities. We believe this makes our work more innovative, the TU Delft community more vibrant and the world more just. Together, we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale. That is why we invite you to apply. Your application will receive fair consideration.

Challenge. Change. Impact!

QuTech

QuTech is a mission-driven research institute of Delft University of Technology (TU Delft). Together, we work on radically new technologies with world-changing potential. Our mission: to develop scalable prototypes of a quantum computer and a quantum internet by integrating world-class research and groundbreaking innovation. Through excellence, relevance, and leadership, we cultivate a vibrant quantum technology ecosystem. We are jointly creating the quantum future, because we believe that quantum technologies can be a game changer in many societal and economic sectors, including health, agriculture and safety. Our research and engineering activities are conducted in three divisions: Quantum Computing, Quantum Internet and Qubit Research. The Quantum Engineer position is for the Computing division.

Quantum Computing division

Realizing the promise of a quantum computer requires the development of different layers of hardware and software, together referred to as the quantum computing stack. This is what we do in the Quantum Computing Division. The basis of the stack, referred to as the ‘quantum chip’, contains the qubits. We are investigating different types of approaches for this part of the stack: electron spins in quantum dots and superconducting quantum circuits. Also, we are developing the system architecture that connects and translates quantum algorithms to the low-level pulses that operate on the qubits of quantum processors.

Conditions of employment

As a quantum engineer, you will receive a 1-year contract with the aim of transitioning to a permanent contract afterward. Because we are targeting a diverse audience, we offer two different pay scales: Scale 10 (€3378 to €5331) for junior to mid-senior candidates and Scale 11 (€4537 to €6209) for senior candidates. This reflects our commitment to supporting professionals at various career stages while offering competitive compensation. Additionally, we provide:

• A job of 36-40 hours per week.
• 8% holiday allowance and an end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
• An excellent pension scheme via the ABP.
• The possibility to compile an individual employment package every year.
• Discount with health insurers on supplemental packages.
• Flexible working week.
• Every year, 232 leave hours (at 38 hours). You can also sell or buy additional leave hours via the individual choice budget.
• Plenty of opportunities for education, training and courses.
• Partially paid parental leave
• Access to international daycare.
• Attention for working healthy and energetically with the vitality program.

Will you need to relocate to the Netherlands for this job? TU Delft is committed to make your move as smooth as possible! The HR unit, Coming to Delft Service, offers information on their website to help you prepare your relocation. In addition, Coming to Delft Service organises events to help you settle in the Netherlands, and expand your (social) network in Delft. A Dual Career Programme is available, to support your accompanying partner with their job search in the Netherlands.

Application procedure

Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply no later than 23 March 2025 via the application button and upload the following documents:

• CV
• Motivational letter

Please note:

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-employment screening can be part of the selection procedure.
• For the final candidates, a knowledge security check will be part of the application procedure. For more information on this check, please consult Chapter 8 of the National Knowledge Security Guidelines. We carry out this check on the basis of legitimate interest.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.