Senior Nanofabrication Engineer

Overview

Microsoft Quantum has a talented and diverse international team to create the world’s first scalable quantum computing system. Our full-stack approach involves exciting innovation from physics at the quantum plane to providing global quantum services. The Microsoft Quantum program strives to fundamentally change the world of computing in order to help solve humankind’s currently unsolvable problems. This position offers an opportunity to have a meaningful influence on a revolutionary technology. The research and development effort includes a diverse staff of theoretical and experimental physicists, hardware designers and software engineers around the world. Our laboratory in Denmark is looking for an experienced Nanofabrication Engineer to join our team.

In this role you will drive the manufacturing of nanoscale components for the Microsoft Quantum program. You will be contributing to developing new process blocks and integrating them into existing manufacturing flows. You will be contributing to the on-time delivery of high quality nanoscale components for the program that meeting the required engineering specifications. Your background and experience in fundamentals of clean-room processing technologies combined with hands-on micro- and nanofabrication skills will enable you to quickly engage in your new role. With your open and determined attitude you will collaborate closely and efficiently with other experts within Microsoft and its supplier network. An innovative and pragmatic approach coupled with strong time and resource management skills will enable you to succeed in this cutting-edge technology environment.

At Microsoft Quantum, we aim to empower science and scientists to solve the world’s biggest problems by realizing advanced computing platforms at the intersection of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and quantum information technology. Microsoft Quantum will change the world of computing and help solve some of humankind’s currently unsolvable problems. For more information about our team, visit https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/quantum. 

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Responsibilities

Development and maintenance of nano fabrication process blocks

Drive the manufacturing and delivery of standardized and exploratory nanoscale components

Technical guidance of equipment engineers and process technicians

Data analysis, interpretation of process and testing data to drive for continuous improvements.

Design and build AI agents/copilots that assist with lab workflows, experiment setup, data analysis

Collaborate with other process, measurement, design teams to drive progress.

Process and equipment troubleshooting.

Implementation of process documentation.

Model safety standards and practices including compliance with policies, adherence to safety in a variety of work environments, and escalating issues with appropriate urgency.

Embody our culture and values.  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Master’s or higher degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, material science or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Solid work experience in a clean room

Deep theoretical knowledge and practical experience with typical fabrication processes, such as lithography, deposition, wet chemistry processes and dry etch processes, and associated metrology.

In depth experience in electron beam lithography and/or wet chemistry processes

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent fundamental understanding of semiconductor micro- and nanofabrication technologies

Experience in structured experimental methodologies with DOEs and related analysis

Experience with CAD tools and simple layout generation.

Practical experience with MES systems, SPC process and failure analysis methodologies

Hands-on attitude with the ability to use structured problem-solving techniques to drive rapid issue closure.

Self-motivated to take personal ownership and deliver results while working in a highly dynamic environment.

Knowledge of AI tools to accelerate engineering and data analysis

Capability to systematically solve problems.

Excellent oral & written communication skills in English.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional teams.

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Quantum Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across Denmark is kr 715,600.00 - kr 1,201,100.00 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.

Find additional benefits and pay information here:

https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/corporate-pay/denmark-corporate-pay.html

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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