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Senior Quantum Hardware Design Engineer

IBM

Location

Yorktown Heights, NY

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/15/2026

Compensation

$175,000 - $240,000 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202697.2% approval+31% YoY
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Job description

The Senior Quantum Hardware Design Engineer will join IBM's quantum processor unit design team at the IBM Thomas J. Watson Research Center. This role focuses on developing quantum processor designs and methodologies to support innovation breakthroughs in quantum technologies. The engineer will work closely with scientists and engineers to push the boundaries of quantum computing. A strong emphasis is placed on collaboration, creativity, and ownership of key design flow steps.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in a relevant field is required, while a doctorate degree is preferred.
  • Experience with hardware development tools such as Keysight PathWave ADS, Ansys Electronics Desktop/HFSS, and Cadence Virtuoso.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in design releases for quantum processor units and related test sites.
  • Conduct connectivity and schematic capture for quantum hardware releases.
  • Engage in layout construction and chip finishing for quantum hardware releases.
  • Develop electromagnetic simulations and models for quantum hardware components.
  • Focus on methodology development for quantum-specific microwave design flows.

Benefits

  • IBM offers competitive compensation, healthcare coverage, retirement programs, paid parental leave, tuition assistance, wellness programs, flexible work options, and extensive learning and certification resources.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Ibm Corporation

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

656

FY2026

Approval rate

97.2%

FY2026

LCA certified

391

FY2026

Entry-level share

0.0%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+31%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-85%

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Initial approvals by fiscal year

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