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Quantum Ion Trap Technology Architect

GlobalFoundries112 open roles

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$143,000 – $275,000 a year
Where
Santa Clara
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Quantum Ion Trap Technology Architect

About GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world’s most inspired technology companies. With a global manufacturing footprint spanning three continents, GlobalFoundries makes possible the technologies and systems that transform industries and give customers the power to shape their markets. For more information, visit www.gf.com.

Introduction

The Quantum Ion Trap Technology Architect is a senior-level, subject matter expert role within the GF Labs Technology Architecture organization. This role is responsible for advancing quantum ion trapping technologies from fundamental research through scalable, manufacturable architectures. The position requires deep technical expertise, hands-on research leadership, and the ability to translate emerging quantum concepts into practical engineering solutions.

Job Summary

The PMTS Quantum Ion Trapping role leads the definition, development, and maturation of ion-trap-based quantum technologies. The position works across device physics, materials, fabrication, packaging, and system architecture to enable next-generation quantum platforms. This engineer serves as a technical authority and architect, influencing long-term technology roadmaps and external research engagements.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Develop and influence long-term quantum technology roadmaps focused on ion trapping platforms.
  • Shape next generation ion trapping technologies, including device concepts, architectures, and fabrication approaches.
  • Define and drive experiments, simulations, and prototypes to improve qubit performance, scalability, reliability, and manufacturability.
  • Serve as a primary technical interface with customers, ensuring alignment on program objectives, milestones, and deliverables throughout execution.
  • Act as a senior technical interface with academic institutions, government laboratories, and industry partners.
  • Contribute to joint development programs, research proposals, and externally funded initiatives.
  • Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to stakeholders across engineering, management, and external organizations.
  • Serve as a PMTS-level technical leader, setting engineering standards and best practices for quantum R&D.
  • Mentor junior engineers, researchers, and technical staff in quantum device development.

Required Qualifications

  • Education: MS or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or Materials Science
  • Years of Experience: 12+
  • Percentage of travel: 15%

Preferred Qualifications

  • PhD in quantum devices/physics with evidence of industrialization or tech transfer.
  • Experience with quantum computing architectures, control systems, or cryogenic / vacuum environments.
  • Experience working with academic research groups or government-funded research programs.
  • Publications or patents in quantum technologies, ion trapping, or advanced device platforms.

Expected Salary Range

$143,000.00 - $275,000.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory.

All policies and processes which pertain to employees including recruitment, selection, training, utilization, promotion, compensation, benefits, extracurricular programs, and termination are created and implemented without regard to age, ethnicity, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third-party affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic or category specified by local, state or federal law

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