Hardware Lab Generalist, Assembly, Quantum AI Full-time

Minimum qualifications:

• Experience with mechanical tools and units of measurement.
• Experience with soldering tools and safety protocols.
• Experience with ESD sensitive electronics, materials, and components.
• Experience manually building and verifying electromechanical assemblies per documentation.

Preferred qualifications:

• Associate or higher degree in Engineering, Technology, or related fields.
• Experience with electronics test equipment, such as vector network analyzers, variable power supplies, and multimeters.
• Familiarity with basic electrical units of measurement for voltage, current, and resistance.
• Ability to analyze data and troubleshoot.
• Ability to calculate power consumption of components using Ohm’s Law.

About the job

Quantum AI’s mission is to build a large-scale computer capable of complex, error-corrected computations and unlock solutions to classically intractable problems. Our roadmap is focused on advancing the capabilities of quantum computing and enabling meaningful applications.

As a Hardware Assembly Technician, you will partner with Quantum Hardware Research teams, Hardware and Software Engineering teams, and vendors to accurately and reliably assemble and test our quantum computing technology hardware stack. You will assist Google engineering staff as required with assembly, installation, modification, testing, and maintenance of quantum computing systems. These systems consist of dilution refrigerators (DRs), room temperature control electronics, cabling, and associated peripheral equipment. You will assemble components onto DRs, verify the integrity of signal paths across the hardware stack, and build racks of supporting electronics.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $81,000-$119,000 bonus equity benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electronic, wiring, cryogenic, and networking components of quantum computing systems.
• Route and connect cables for multiple system configurations.
• Insert filters and attenuators per wiring diagrams.
• Assemble and configure electronics devices.
• Test signal paths electrically.