Oxford Quantum Circuits
Head of RF Devices
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Head of RF Devices
Head of RF Devices – OQC
At OQC, we’re building quantum computers that will power the next generation of scientific discovery and commercial innovation. Our mission is to put quantum in the hands of humanity and we’re looking for exceptional engineers to help make it possible.
We are seeking a Head of RF Devices to lead the development of the RF systems underpinning our superconducting quantum processors; guiding the design, simulation, and scaling of RF architectures critical to qubit performance.
Leading a team at the intersection of RF engineering, device physics, and quantum hardware, you will develop passive RF components, simulation capabilities, and scalable architectures that support the evolution of OQC’s coaxmon qubit platform.
The Role
The Head of RF Devices will lead the development of RF infrastructure critical for scaling OQC’s processors while maintaining high-performance. You will:
- Manage a small but growing team, working at the interface of RF engineering and qubit performance.
- Establish frameworks that translate RF parameters into quantum figures of merit.
- Define standards for RF simulation, tools, and documentation, ensuring consistent, version-controlled engineering practices.
- Collaborate closely with device physicists, packaging engineers, and quantum scientists to drive RF innovation.
- Build and manage relationships with external suppliers to expand manufacturing and materials capabilities.
What You’ll Be Working On
- Lead: Oversee a team of RF engineers responsible for passive RF components and architecture design supporting superconducting quantum processors.
- Architect: Define and evolve RF design strategies for scalable superconducting qubit systems, focusing on miniaturisation and next-generation integration.
- Simulate: Manage RF simulation infrastructure that links design parameters to quantum figures of merit.
- Standardise: Establish consistent methodologies for RF simulation, modelling, and documentation, with version control and accessibility.
- Design: Guide development of passive RF components, including drive and readout PCBs, on-board filters, and packaging interfaces.
- Integrate: Work across chip design, packaging, and 3D integration teams to ensure RF alignment with device physics and system performance.
- Analyse: Lead analysis and interpretation of RF simulations and experimental data, translating findings for RF engineers, packaging engineers, and quantum scientists.
- Enable: Deliver a "simulation as a service" capability for rapid design screening against RF and quantum metrics.
- Partner: Expand RF manufacturing capabilities through supplier and manufacturer relationships.
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What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a technical leader who excels in RF engineering, engineering judgement, and multidisciplinary team guidance in a fast-moving R&D environment.
Key Requirements
- Extensive RF expertise, with design and simulation experience for complex hardware.
- Familiarity with finite-element modelling tools (e.g., Ansys or equivalent).
- Experience with superconducting quantum devices or cryogenic RF systems, either through direct work or simulation.
- Strong background in PCB design and passive RF components.
- Proven ability to lead technical teams, mentor engineers, and manage complex engineering programmes.
- Exceptional cross-disciplinary communication skills, particularly translating complex RF/science topics.
- Experience with programming (Python or similar) for modelling, analysis, or automation.
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Highly Valued (Nice to Haves)
- Direct experience in passive RF component manufacture or packaging.
- Insight into superconducting qubit readout and measurement techniques.
- Knowledge of parametric processes in superconducting devices.
- Background in quantum computing, cryogenic systems, or advanced research hardware.
Why Join OQC?
At OQC, collaborate with top-tier scientists and engineers shaping what’s computationally possible. This is a unique chance to define the RF architecture of real, production quantum computers and solve forefront challenges in science and engineering.
If you’re motivated by leading top-tier engineers, overcoming fundamental hardware challenges, and scaling next-gen quantum systems, our environment will allow your work to directly influence the future of quantum computing.
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