[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Western Digital jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Western Digital · San Jose, CA # Quantum Device Design Engineering Scientist San Jose, CA, United States Full-time Design Listed on Western Digital’s official careers site. Posted October 9, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Western Digital’s careers site →](https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/WesternDigital/744000154747565-quantum-device-design-engineering-scientist) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Western Digital](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/) / Quantum Device Design Engineering Scientist ## Job description We are seeking a talented researcher to join our team and drive innovative research projects in quantum computing, specifically to focus on superconducting quantum device design engineering. You will play a pivotal role in conceiving and developing novel superconducting device architectures, spanning microwave resonators, qubits, readout and coupling architectures, integrated multi-qubit systems, and superconducting interconnects. You will push the performance and scalability of superconducting qubit systems by developing, simulating, and refining device layout designs, working closely with measurement and material scientists to understand material and interface properties and circumvent their limiting effects through targeted design solutions. The successful candidates are expected to be self-driven scientists and engineers, willing to seamlessly switch between different design and simulation techniques, capable of focusing on multiple different device designs and thin film material systems leading to successful development of quantum process development kits (PDKs). ### ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Lead and execute research projects in quantum computing superconducting qubit device design, QPU designs as well packaging level designs required for complex QPU assembly Design and EM simulation of various superconducting packaging solution: from qubit chiplets assembly with base wafer, to external field shielding solutions. Collaborate with product teams to tackle novel challenges and develop innovative solutions. ### Collaboration Stay current with industry and academic trends, publishing papers and presenting at conferences. ### Reporting Develop and present detailed reports and visualizations to communicate findings, trends, and actionable insights to stakeholders at all levels. ### Motivation Highly self-motivated problem solver able to thrive in unstructured environment. Ability to independently pursue fundamental research, including paper writing and publishing. ### Communication Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data and insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. ### Analytical Skills Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp and address challenges outside of immediate field of expertise. ## Qualifications ### Required Ph.D degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science or related Experience in device nanofabrication challenges, packaging and low temperature characterization of superconducting qubits based devices. This is essential experience needed for new generation of successful designs. Experience in design and EM simulation of superconducting qubit devices, including designs of QPU chiplets assembly Other experiences related to other device systems, materials characterization, electronic and optical device characterization are equally important Proficiency in a wide array of programming languages, like Python, Rust, TCL, or C, and the ability to choose the right one for the task, including knowledge (or willingness to acquire knowledge) of FPGA based microcontrollers ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 9, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 9 days - Location: San Jose, CA, United States - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Western Digital’s careers site →](https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/WesternDigital/744000154747565-quantum-device-design-engineering-scientist) ## More jobs at Western Digital ### [Organization Effectiveness & Design Lead](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/3f82f2862087d4ad0ae5/) San Jose, CA, United States ### [Principal RFIC Design Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/49b46194c31c9bb9b462/) San Jose, CA, United States ### [Real Estate Design and Construction Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/f4dd3a490f17351152b6/) San Jose, CA, United States ### [Associate, Corporate Development Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/4889658d1c7d80120d4c/) San Jose, CA, United States ### [Associate, Corporate Strategy Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/western-digital/jobs/79d839611fcd2fe56fe6/) San Jose, CA, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Principal or Senior Quantum Engineer - Readout Design](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/484a6e8827b87cab2f3f/) Microsoft · United States, Washington, Redmond ### [Senior Staff Engineer, Power Device Modeling and Product Design](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/infineon-technologies/jobs/7daea7a59ec6112011b5/) Infineon Technologies · El Segundo, CA ### [Senior Staff Engineer, Machine Learning Engineering ( On-device Learning SW)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/qualcomm/jobs/d561df305202050c72d5/) Qualcomm · San Diego, California, United States of America ### [Principal Quantum Engineer - Quantum Systems](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/b53b78e06278418a90ae/) Microsoft · United States, Washington, Redmond ### [Perimeter Financial Controller - Design England, AR England, AR ENGINEERING / DESIGN STUDIES / METHODS ENGINEERING / DESIGN STUDIES / METHODS](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vinci/jobs/302cdcbb8d80b9a03684/) VINCI · England, AR OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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