Alice & Bob is developing the first universal, fault-tolerant quantum computer to solve the world’s hardest problems.
The quantum computer we envision building is based on a new kind of superconducting qubit: the Schrödinger cat qubit 🐈⬛. In comparison to other superconducting platforms, cat qubits have the astonishing ability to implement quantum error correction autonomously!
We're a diverse team of 200+ brilliant minds from over 30 countries united by a single goal: to revolutionise computing with a practical fault-tolerant quantum machine. Are you ready to take on unprecedented challenges and contribute to revolutionising technology? Join us, and let's shape the future of quantum computing together!
Alice&Bob is developing a quantum computer based on cat qubits. While already operating cryostats in its existing site, Alice&Bob is stepping up by building a new facility in Ile de France (construction started, start of operation end 2025), to increase the “test and operation” capacity of Quantum Processor Units. This new facility will allow to speed up the design iteration cycle.
As part of the Quantum Hardware and Infrastructure department, the Hardware Platform Operation (HPO) team is created to operate the cryoplatform. This platform represents a major investment: HPO team will focus 100% on operational excellence and quality, to ensure the highest availability rate.
The Hardware Platform Operation team is at the intersection of hardware quantum characterization and operations, cryogenic systems, RF control electronics, and industrialization.
Responsibilities
Working inside the Hardware Platform Operation team, alongside other engineers and technicians, this position’s role is in charge for the assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting of different RF and electronics instrument and cabling, as well as mechanical racks, used in our quantum computer installations.
For this position you will:
implement new cabling schemes of instruments inside the racks
implement new instruments into the rack
Modify / reorganize the rack structure to optimize the operations
Perform the daily monitoring, testing, and maintenance of control electronics
Run acceptance test on instruments and cables, following established procedures.
Produce test reports
Assist in debugging potential issues within cabling / instrumentation / network , as well as communicate with other users on the potential root cause(s)
Assist in stock management for all parts needed in the implementation of the racks
Interface with different team including quantum experimentalist, hardware, infrastructure, purchasing, IT,…
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or technical certification in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineer, RF Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Competence in interpreting electrical schematics and bills of materials.
Experience with assembly of precision mechanical, electrical, and electronic prototypes.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a proactive and positive attitude.
Good to have:
Business proficiency in English is preferred
Experience in assembling and configuring instrumentation racks, including RF signal wiring, coaxial wiring, is a plus
Experience of working with electrical test equipment (oscilloscope, VNA, spectrum analyzer, multimeter, etc.) is a plus
Knowledge of KICAD is a plus
Benefits:
- Our success is your success: own it with our BSPCE plan
- Direct IP Compensation: Earn substantial bonuses for driving the core patents that define our quantum architecture.
- Flexible remote policy, up to 40 % a month
- A Parental plan including additional benefits such as crèche support or additional days-off to take care of under 12 years old children
- 25-day vacation policy (as per French law) + RTT
- Half of transportation cost coverage (as per French law), or yearly allowance for the die-hard bicycle users
- Competitive health coverage, with Alan.
- Meal vouchers with Swile, as well as access to a fully equipped and regularly stocked kitchen
- French language courses covered by the company for those interested
Research shows that women might feel hesitant to apply for this job if they don't match 100% of the job requirements listed. This list is a guide, and we'd love to receive your application even if you think you're only a partial match. We are looking to build teams that innovate, not just tick boxes on a job spec.
You will join of one of the most innovative startups in France at an early stage, to be part of a passionate and friendly team on its mission to build the first universal quantum computer!
We love to share and learn from one another, so you will be certain to innovate, develop new ideas, and have the space to grow.
