QPU Development Engineer
IQM is a global leader in designing, building, and selling superconducting quantum computers. IQM provides both on-premises full-stack quantum computers and a cloud platform to access its computers anywhere in the world. IQM customers include the leading high-performance computing centers, research labs, universities and enterprises which have full access to IQM's software and hardware. IQM has over 300 employees with offices in Finland, Germany, France, Spain, Poland, South Korea Japan, Singapore, Taiwan and the US.
In this role, you will build and evolve the Manufacturing Execution System and fabrication data flows that power our quantum chip fabrication. You will turn real cleanroom work into clear, traceable data and reliable workflows, so our teams can move faster from R&D learning to stable production. Your work connects process development, equipment readiness, and manufacturing visibility, and helps IQM scale new chip generations with confidence.
What will I be doing?
Lead the development and optimization of MES and data stream of fabrication processes
Design, execute, and analyze hypothesis-driven experiments to explore new methods, materials, or flows
Collaborate closely with Equipment, Cleanroom, Process Engineering, Chip Production, and QPU Design teams to ensure technical alignment, tool readiness, and process integration
Train other Fabrication team members in MES and data usage, and promote a safe and transparent working culture inside and outside of the cleanroom
Contribute to internal knowledge by maintaining detailed, traceable documentation of development work, including experimental logs, incident reports, and key learnings
Support the transition of validated R&D processes toward scalable and manufacturable production
Maintain and deploy MES solutions
Modify MES to support fab needs
Support MES system administration
Work with data and other teams to develop and deploy data dashboards
Work with MES vendor and external partners when needed
What skills do I need?
Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree (no specific major required, we welcome different academic paths)
Minimum 5 years’ experience in fab MES engineering or administration
Experience with MES platforms (e.g., Camstar, PROMIS, Eyelit, Fab300, CIM)
Strong knowledge of SQL and experience with relational databases
Familiarity with manufacturing workflows, WIP management, and factory automation concepts
Understanding of SEMI standards (SECS/GEM, EDA, GEM300)
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast paced, highly controlled manufacturing environment
What can I expect from IQM?
An opportunity to work with a passionate and diverse team on an important mission
A unique opportunity to make a real impact on the future of quantum
Growth and progress in a creative and open start-up environment
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