New

Principal Quantum Integration Manager

Microsoft
$142,800.00 - $274,800.00 / yr
United States, Indiana, West Lafayette
Jun 09, 2026
Overview 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, visithttps://www.microsoft.com/en-us/quantum. Microsoft Quantum is building the world's first scalable quantum computing system, with a fullstack approach spanning materials, devices, systems, and cloud services. Our hardware strategy is centered on topological qubits, which require sophisticated nanofabrication of hybrid semiconductor-superconductor devices with stringent control of interfaces, materials quality, and process integration. We are seeking aPrincipal Quantum Integration Managerto lead theprocess integration and experimental coordination across quantum materials, fabrication, and device development. This role is responsible for ensuring that innovations across materials growth, nanofabrication, and device design are translated intorobust, scalable, and reproducible integrated qubit technologies. As amanager, you will own theintegration strategy across multiple programs, lead a team of engineers and scientists, and drive execution across cross-functional efforts to deliver measurable improvements inqubitperformance and manufacturability. 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 Organizational Leadership & Capability Building:Build, lead, and scale aprocess integration teamsupporting quantum materials and device development;Settechnical direction, priorities, and execution plansaligned with program milestones;Coach and develop talent,establishinga culture ofrigor, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration;Drive hiring and organizational growth to meet increasing integration complexity Process Integration Strategy & Ownership:Define and own theend-to-end integration strategyacrossmaterials growth and characterization, device fabrication and process flows, electricalcharacterizationand feedback loops;Ensure alignment betweenprocess modules (epitaxy, lithography, etch, deposition, packaging)and device/system requirements;Establish and enforce best practices forprocess integration, yield improvement, and reproducibility Cross-Functional Technical Leadership:Lead coordination acrossmaterials, fabrication, measurement, and device design teamsto converge on optimized process stacks;Translate experimental and process data intoactionable decisionsthat improve qubit performance;Drive tradeoff decisions acrossprocess complexity, performance, and scalability;Influence roadmap and architecture throughintegration-driven insights Experimental Program Execution:Overseelarge-scale experimental campaignsthat integrate materials, process, and device optimization;Drive structured experimentation, includingDOE (design of experiments) frameworks, statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making,androot-cause analysis of performance variability;Ensure delivery againstcritical program milestones and integration readiness gates Infrastructure, Tooling & AI Enablement: Drive development of integration infrastructure, including process tracking, data pipelines, and feedback loops: Lead adoption of AI/automation to accelerate: process optimization, data analysis and correlation across process steps, and knowledge management across integration flows. Program & Stakeholder Leadership:Own execution acrossmultiple concurrent integration efforts, aligning priorities across teams;Communicate program progress, risks, and tradeoffs to leadership;Partner with internal and external fabrication partners to ensureprocess scalability and transferability Other Embody ourcultureandvalues. Qualifications Required Qualifications Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 3+years experiencein industry or in a research and development environment ORMaster's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 6+years experiencein industry or in a research and development environment ORBachelor's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 8+years experiencein industry or in a research and development environment OR equivalent experience. 3+ years of people management experience. As stated in the job posting, this position requires verification of citizenship or other protected status to meet legal requirements of the role. If the role requires US citizenship, as indicated in the job description, a valid US passport must be provided to verify your citizenship. If the role requires US Person status, as indicated in the job description, US citizens must provide a valid US passport for verification while lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may complete this verification using green cards or other status documents, as applicable. Other Requirements Abilityto meet Microsoft,customerand/or government security screening requirements arerequiredfor this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will berequiredto pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter. Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide either proof of their country of citizenship or proof of their U.S. permanent residency or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. * 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate's citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable. Ability toleverageAI tools to drive innovation and efficiency (e.g., performance modeling and analysis, research gathering, day-to-day task automation). Ability to work in an "AI-first" environment using modern AI tools to accelerate discovery through hardware development. Preferred Qualifications Doctorate in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years of experience in R&D or engineering roles, including leadership responsibilities Deepexpertisein: Quantum materials development and/or mesoscopic device fabrication Process integration across complex semiconductor or quantum device stacks Low-temperature electrical characterization and feedback into process optimization Demonstrated ability to: Lead teams and drive cross-functional technical programs Define integration strategies spanning multiple disciplines Translate experimental and process data into engineering decisions Experience withquantum device platforms (topological, semiconductor, or superconducting systems) Experience leadingprocess integration in advanced semiconductor or quantum hardware environments Familiarity withyield engineering, variability reduction, and scaling challenges Experience collaborating withexternalfabsor manufacturing partners Strong record of technical innovation (publications, patents, or delivered systems) #Quantum #QuantumCareers #MDQCareers Quantum Engineering M5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $142,800.00 - $274,800.00 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $188,000.00 - $304,200.00 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.