{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"9c4d52ccf73f023bedd08545","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9c4d52ccf73f023bedd08545","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9c4d52ccf73f023bedd08545","title":"Senior Quantum Engineer, Gate Calibration","description":"Overview\nIn this role, you will drive the performance of two-qubit gates on tunable-coupler superconducting processors. You’ll design, run, and interpret experiments to understand and reduce gate errors at scale, informing device design and control strategies. You work autonomously yet collaboratively across device design, fabrication, control, software, and R&D to turn concepts into robust, production-capable procedures. Your work accelerates progress toward scalable quantum computing and fault-tolerance. 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