Head of RF Devices

At OQC, we’re building quantum computers that will power the next generation of scientific discovery and commercial innovation. Our mission is to put quantum in the hands of humanity and we’re looking for exceptional engineers to help make it possible.

We are seeking a Head of RF Devices to lead the development of the RF systems underpinning our superconducting quantum processors, guiding the design, simulation and scaling of RF architectures critical to qubit performance. Leading a team at the intersection of RF engineering, device physics and quantum hardware, you will develop passive RF components, simulation capabilities and scalable architectures that support the evolution of OQC’s coaxmon qubit platform.

The Role

The Head of RF Devices will lead the development of RF infrastructure critical for scaling OQC’s processors while maintaining high-performance. You will manage a small but growing team; working at the interface of RF engineering and quantum device performance, you will establish frameworks that translate RF parameters into quantum figures of merit, ensuring designs are optimised for both engineering and qubit performance. You will also define standards for RF simulation, tools and documentation to ensure consistent, version‑controlled engineering practices. In collaboration with device physicists, packaging engineers and quantum scientists, you will drive RF innovation while building relationships with external suppliers to expand manufacturing and materials capabilities.

What you’ll be working on:

• Lead: Manage and grow a team of RF engineers responsible for the development of passive RF components and RF architectures supporting OQC’s superconducting quantum processors.
• Architect: Define and evolve RF design strategies that enable scalable superconducting qubit systems, including miniaturisation and next‑generation integration approaches.
• Simulate: Oversee the development of RF simulation infrastructure that links RF design parameters to relevant quantum figures of merit.
• Standardise: Establish consistent methodologies for RF simulation, modelling and documentation, ensuring tools and results are version controlled and accessible across the organisation.
• Design: Guide the development of passive RF components including drive and readout PCBs, on‑board filters, mixed‑signal delivery paths and packaging interfaces.
• Integrate: Work across chip design, packaging and 3D integration teams to ensure RF architectures align with device physics and system‑level performance requirements.
• Analyse: Lead the analysis and interpretation of RF simulations and experimental data, translating results into frameworks usable by RF engineers, packaging engineers and quantum scientists.
• Enable: Deliver a 'simulation as a service' capability that allows engineering teams to rapidly screen designs against RF and quantum performance metrics.
• Partner: Build and manage relationships with suppliers and manufacturers to expand RF manufacturing capabilities, materials options and fabrication techniques.

What We’re Looking For

RF Engineering Expertise: Extensive experience in RF simulation and design, ideally applied to complex hardware systems.