Thin-Film Deposition Engineer

About QpiAI

At QpiAI, we are leading efforts in discovering the most optimal AI and Quantum systems in Life sciences, Healthcare, Transportation, Finance, Industrial, Space technologies. QpiAI is building a full-stack Enterprise Quantum Computers.

QpiAI Quantum hardware team is responsible for designing and characterization of Quantum Processor, Cryogenic Quantum Control Circuits, RF Control Hardware and QpiAI ASGP.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Materials / Thin-Film Deposition Engineer to join our quantum hardware fabrication team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in materials science, thin-film deposition processes, and nanofabrication, particularly for superconducting devices. This role involves developing, optimizing, and maintaining thin-film processes for superconducting materials and associated device stack elements.

Requirements

• MSc / M.Tech / PhD Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field with a focus on quantum mechanics or quantum technology.
• MSc / M.Tech / PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Nanotechnology, or a related field.
• Experience in thin-film deposition techniques including PVD, sputtering, evaporation, ALD or similar UHV deposition systems .
• Strong understanding of superconducting materials (Al, Nb, TiN, NbN, etc.) and their processing requirements .
• Hands-on experience with cleanroom fabrication tools, film stress management, contamination control, and film characterization (AFM, SEM, XRD, ellipsometry, profilometry) .
• Experience developing or optimizing materials processes for quantum, low-temperature devices is a plus .
• Knowledge of cryogenic device performance, coherence-limiting mechanisms, and material-device interactions is a plus.
• Good communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.