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Foundry Engineer

Universal Quantum · Singapore

Posted 8/5/2026 · last confirmed live 8/26/2026

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At Universal Quantum, we aim to make the world a better place by developing a new computer technology. Together, we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. Our machines will be capable of solving problems until now considered impossible, with applications ranging across a broad range of industries, including healthcare, materials and aerospace. We are looking to hire a Foundry Engineer to develop, design, work with fabricators, and test microfabricated Paul traps for quantum computers. Passionate about helping create technologies which can change the world? We may be the right place for you, so get in touch! What You’ll Accomplish  Create and review fabrication flows with external manufacture partners  Act as technical liaison with ion trap manufacturers  Create design rules and product development kits for use in design  Work with package designers to develop packages and assembly procedures  Designs masks for test purposes to inform future designs  Document designs and simulations   Work on diverse projects spanning a wide range of microfabrication techniques  Requirements The 3 Most Critical Attributes We’ll Use to Compare Candidates  Hands-on microfabrication techniques  GDS mask design abilities  Strong communication skills Must-have Skills  Hands on experience in cleanrooms designing, running and testing microfabrication flows  Mask design (e.g. KLayout)  Able to write clear, technical documents  Experience with design for test and manufacture  Must be able to work with physicists, engineers, and non-technical team members  Familiar with electrical testing methods and equipment  PhD/master's degree in physics, electronic engineering, or a related discipline  Ability to research novel microfabrication techniques and port to manufacturable flows    Nice-to-have Skills  Experience fabricating ion traps  FEM analysis in a commercial tool – ideally ANSYS  Design and implement test harnesses of microfabricated structures  Package and assembly design experience  Experience working with commercial foundries  Familiarity with commercial design toolset (Synopsys, Custom Compiler etc.)

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