Senior Analog/Mixed-Signal IC Design Engineer in London

Quantum Motion is a fast-growing quantum computing start-up based in London. We are developing quantum processors based on industrial-grade silicon chips, with the potential to radically transform computing power in areas such as materials modelling, medicine, artificial intelligence and more. We have recently moved into a new office in Islington with state-of-the-art cryogenic facilities and have an outstanding interdisciplinary team spanning quantum physics to IC design.

Since 2021 our team has been listed every year in the “Top 100 Startups worth watching” in the EE Times, and our technology breakthroughs have been featured in The Telegraph, BBC and the New Statesman. Our founders are internationally renowned researchers from UCL and Oxford University who have pioneered the development of qubits and quantum computing architectures. Our chairman is the co-founder of Cadence and Synopsys, the two leading companies in the area of Electronic Design Automation. We’re backed by a team of top-tier investors, and we have recently closed our Series C funding of $160 million.

We bring together the brightest quantum engineers, integrated circuit (IC) engineers, quantum computing theoreticians and software engineers to create a unique, world-leading team, working together closely to maximise our combined expertise. Our collaborative and interdisciplinary culture is an ideal fit for anyone who thrives in a cutting-edge research and development environment focused on tackling big challenges and contributing to the development of scalable quantum computers based on silicon technology.

The IC Team is responsible for the design and test of the integrated circuits which operate at deep-cryogenic temperatures and interact with the qubits. This role is a unique chance to work at the bleeding edge of technology development where you will measure, optimise, and analyse the performance of innovative circuits to tackle the engineering challenge of implementing a large-scale quantum computer in silicon. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to be an early employee at a start-up shaping the future of quantum computing. There are vast opportunities for professional growth and to make an impact within the company.

Functions of the Role:

• Design and verification of continuous-time and discrete-time circuits like amplifiers, filters, high-accuracy and high-performance data-converters in CMOS technology.
• Working with layout team on layout of Analogue and Mixed-Signal blocks.
• Supporting post-silicon setting up and debugging to evaluate the performance of the IC.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including the RF IC Design team, the IC Validation team as well as the Quantum physics team to achieve the project goals.
• Documenting own work and contribute in design reviews.

Experience - Essentials:

• Solid understanding of Analogue and Mixed-Signal CMOS IC design.
• Experience in design of Analogue integrated circuit with silicon-proven results.
• Familiar with design of Switched-Capacitor circuits and Data Converters in CMOS technology.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of self-management and self-motivation.
• Familiar with design and verification CAD tools.
• Experience in Layout and design strategy.

Experience - Desirable:

• Experience in design of ADCs and DACs for high-frequency, high-performance or low-power applications.
• Experience in clock generation circuits and PLL.
• Knowledge of CMOS fabrication technology.
• Familiar with Cryogenic CMOS design.
• Knowledge of Verilog, Verilog-A or Verilog-AMS.
• Knowledge of MATLAB.
• Knowledge of DSP and communication system.

Benefits:

• Be part of a creative, world-leading team.
• Competitive salary and share options scheme.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Group private medical insurance scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Cycle-to-work Scheme.
• Central London location.

Quantum Motion is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate based on age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, colour, religion, disability status, marital status, pregnancy, gender reassignment or any other protected characteristics covered by the Equality Act 2010.