Quantum Topological Qubits Research Scientist

GlobalFoundries

Senior Technical Leader advancing topological quantum computing technologies from concepts to semiconductor platforms at GlobalFoundries. Collaborating with engineering teams to deliver high-impact quantum technologies.

Posted 6/7/2026full-timeSanta Clara • California, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $143,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and drive long-term technology roadmaps for topological qubits, including materials, device architectures, and integration strategies
Lead development of topological quantum devices, with direct involvement in experiments, simulations, and prototype evaluation
Work closely with device, integration, process, AME, PDK, and test teams to translate concepts into scalable semiconductor architectures
Guide R&D of advanced materials, including III‑V heterostructures, epitaxy, superconductors, and topological material systems
Contribute to experimental design, data analysis, and failure learning cycles for quantum devices
Define system architectures linking qubits with cryogenic control and read-out electronics
Drive modeling and validation strategies to improve coherence, performance, manufacturability, and scalability
Translate device innovations into semiconductor-compatible integration approaches (BEOL, superconducting wiring, heterogeneous integration)
Establish technical benchmarks, requirements, and success metrics aligned with internal and partner programs
Serve as primary technical interface with customers and research partners to shape joint development efforts
Lead and contribute to external collaborations, funded programs, and research proposals
Communicate technical strategy, risks, and tradeoffs to leadership and multidisciplinary teams
Mentor engineers and establish technical standards across topological quantum R&D

Requirements

What you’ll need

MS or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Applied Physics
12+ years of experience in quantum devices, semiconductor technologies, or advanced research
Deep expertise in topological, superconducting, and quantum system architectures
Experience with cryogenic device physics and measurement environments
Demonstrated impact on technical strategy, research direction, and roadmaps.

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Define and drive long-term technology roadmaps for topological qubits, including materials, device architectures, and integration strategies
Lead development of topological quantum devices, with direct involvement in experiments, simulations, and prototype evaluation
Work closely with device, integration, process, AME, PDK, and test teams to translate concepts into scalable semiconductor architectures
Guide R&D of advanced materials, including III‑V heterostructures, epitaxy, superconductors, and topological material systems
Contribute to experimental design, data analysis, and failure learning cycles for quantum devices
Define system architectures linking qubits with cryogenic control and read-out electronics
Drive modeling and validation strategies to improve coherence, performance, manufacturability, and scalability
Translate device innovations into semiconductor-compatible integration approaches (BEOL, superconducting wiring, heterogeneous integration)
Establish technical benchmarks, requirements, and success metrics aligned with internal and partner programs
Serve as primary technical interface with customers and research partners to shape joint development efforts
Lead and contribute to external collaborations, funded programs, and research proposals
Communicate technical strategy, risks, and tradeoffs to leadership and multidisciplinary teams
Mentor engineers and establish technical standards across topological quantum R&D 🎯 Requirements
MS or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Applied Physics
12+ years of experience in quantum devices, semiconductor technologies, or advanced research
Deep expertise in topological, superconducting, and quantum system architectures
Experience with cryogenic device physics and measurement environments
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Hard Skills & Tools

topological qubitsquantum devicessemiconductor architecturesadvanced materialsIII-V heterostructuresepitaxysuperconductorsdata analysismodelingdevice physics

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationmentoringcollaborationtechnical strategy

Certifications

MS in PhysicsPhD in PhysicsMS in Electrical EngineeringPhD in Electrical EngineeringMS in Materials SciencePhD in Materials ScienceMS in Applied PhysicsPhD in Applied Physics