Introduction

Research Scientists at IBM drive the leading edge of quantum computing technologies with the industry’s most advanced hardware and software. Join an elite team of researchers and engineers building a path towards scalable fault tolerant quantum computation.

Your role and responsibilities

IBM Quantum is hiring a Research Scientist to contribute to the development of advanced, high-performance mixed-signal circuits in advanced nodes for exploratory applications. We focus on circuit designs targeting the development of differentiated solutions for a range of communication and computation challenges, including the creation of CMOS-based electronics for quantum computing applications. Successful applicants will have demonstrated experience in RF, analog, and/or mixed-signal circuit design. In this role, you may be tasked with designing blocks such as phase-locked-loops (PLL), digital-to-analog converters, analog-to-digital converters, RF or wireline transmitters, RF or wireline receivers, and complex mixed-signal subsystems. You will be involved in all aspects of design projects from concept and IC architecture exploration/definition to system integration to bring up and test; demonstrated hands-on lab skills are therefore important. In addition, background in communication theory and systems and/or quantum computing would be advantageous.

Required education

Master's Degree

Preferred education

Doctorate Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

- Degree: Master’s degree or equivalent experience.

- Analog/Mixed-Signal Circuit Design: A strong foundation and experience in schematic and physical design of RF, analog, and/or mixed-signal circuits design. (2 years).

- CMOS implementation: Demonstrated expertise through successful implementation of RF, analog, and/or mixed-signal designs in deep submicron CMOS technology, including an understanding of CMOS device characteristics (2 years).

- EDA: A thorough knowledge of the Cadence IC design framework, (2 years)..

Preferred technical and professional experience

- Degree: Doctorate.

- Demonstrated expertise on PLL design in deep submicron CMOS including architecture, key building blocks, physical design and measurement.

- Custom Digital Circuit Design: Proficiency in custom digital circuit design and implementation in deep submicron technology (2 years).

- Programming Skills: Candidates with strong programming skills in commonly used languages (2 years).

- Communication and collaboration skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are highly valued for effective collaboration within the team. A track record of successful participation in multi-disciplinary research and development projects is a plus.

- Research skills: Proven record of research accomplishment (e.g. publications)