IBM Research is looking to develop integrated circuits that support quantum computing systems, and is seeking an intern to contribute to this effort, specifically in the area of CMOS circuit design.
Requirements
- Experience in an academic graduate program related to analog/mixed-signal/RF circuit design
- Coursework or projects in CMOS digital design, CMOS analog design, digital signal processing, data converters design, frequency synthesizer design
- Familiarity with Cadence Virtuoso & Spectre simulation tools and/or Cadence Innovus
- Experience with one or more general-purpose programming languages such as Python or MATLAB for data analysis and automation
- Understanding of system-level considerations in communications
- Hands-on experience with chip measurement setups, including probing and RF test equipment
- Knowledge of digital synthesis and/or layout techniques for advanced CMOS nodes
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development of integrated circuits that support quantum computing systems
- Develop digital, analog, mixed-signal, and RF blocks for qubit control, readout, and biasing
- Work closely with researchers to explore scalable, low-power, and high-precision circuit architectures that interface with quantum processors
- Design and simulate CMOS digital and analog circuits
- Interface with quantum processors
- Explore system-level considerations in communications
- Develop and test chip measurement setups
Other
- Bachelor's Degree
- Preferred education: Master's Degree
- Strong publication record or contributions to conference papers
- Ability to work in a team-focused environment
- Dedication to client success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all relationships
