Microsoft Quantum has assembled a talented and diverse international team to create the world’s first scalable quantum computing system.  Our full-stack approach involves exciting innovation from the physics of quantum devices through scalable readout and control systems based on cryo-electronics.  The Microsoft Quantum program strives to fundamentally change the world of computing to help solve some of humankind’s currently unsolvable problems. We are on the cusp of an accelerated effort in quantum computing. This position offers an opportunity to have a meaningful influence on a revolutionary technology. For more information about the Microsoft Quantum team, please visit  https://quantum.microsoft.com/   

The Quantum Systems team is seeking a Principal Quantum Instrumentation Lead to drive the architecture, integration, and scaling of advanced instrumentation systems.  This technical leadership role is responsible for setting the direction of measurement, control, and data acquisition systems, while collaborating cross-functionally with quantum physicists, cryo/mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and firmware/software teams.   

As a technical authority in instrumentation, you will play a pivotal role in evolving our hardware stack to meet the performance, reliability, and throughput demands of next-generation quantum computing.   

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