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Rigetti Computing · 2 days ago

Lead Electrical Engineer, Control Systems

positionBerkeley, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityLead/Staff
money$165K/yr - $215K/yr
date10+ years exp

Rigetti Computing is a pioneer in full-stack quantum computing, and they are seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer for their Control Systems team. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and deploying hardware for quantum computers while collaborating closely with various engineering disciplines.

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Responsibilities

Collaborate with internal and external team members to generate system requirements
Capture circuit board schematic and layout for designs containing digital, analog, and RF components
Create and execute test plans using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and VNAs (also qubits!)

Qualification

Low-noise mixed-signal designCircuit designLayoutAnalog designSimulationSignal processing conceptsFPGA developmentPython scriptingCommunicationLeadership skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Previous experience working in startups or dynamic work environments
BS or MS degree in EE, or equivalent, with 10+ years experience
Ability to operate standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and VNAs)
Excellent communication skills and an ability to interact across different disciplines
Demonstrated success taking designs from conception through the full design cycle, including manufacturing and test

Preferred

Experience with analog design and simulation (SPICE or equivalent)
Knowledge of signal processing concepts: Nyquist zones, convolution, cross-correlation, numerically-controlled oscillators
Focus on supporting other teams and a desire to jump in and help
Exposure to Verilog/VHDL and digital hardware design and FPGA development
Familiarity with Python scripting (especially scientific Python libraries like numpy and scipy)
Understanding of RF design and test

Benefits

Equity
Medical
Dental and vision for employees
401(k) plan
Paid parental leave program
Rejuvenation days
Vacation policy that aligns with local regulations and industry standards

Company

Rigetti Computing

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Rigetti Computing is a quantum computing company that builds and deploys full-stack quantum systems with superconducting qubits.
dateFounded in 2013
location
Berkeley, California, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
http://www.rigetti.com

H1B Sponsorship

Rigetti Computing has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (2)
2023 (1)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$783.45M
Key Investors
Quanta ComputerSmall Business Research InitiativeBessemer Venture Partners
2025-06-11Post Ipo Equity· $350M
2025-04-30Post Ipo Equity· $35M
2024-11-25Post Ipo Equity· $100M

Leadership Team

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Subodh Kulkarni
President and CEO
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Brian Sereda
Chief Financial Officer
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