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Working at Nord Quantique

At Nord Quantique we’re working to change the world through quantum computing, and that means working in a highly dynamic environment at the forefront of quantum technology development, at the heart of Sherbrooke’s vibrant Quantum Innovation Zone ecosystem. Our interdisciplinary team is laser-focused on solving grand challenges and making quantum computing a reality.

Nord Quantique is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals can fulfill their aspirations while being supported and heard. This also means that we offer flexible work schedule and adapt our methods for the wellbeing of every individual.

Coming home to Nord Quantique

Nord Quantique offers extensive moving support, including help with immigration procedures, finding a suitable home, access to childcare and schools, even helping your partner to find a new job. We offer a relocation compensation package and competitive salaries.

Senior Software Developer (level 3) – Operations & Infrastructure

Senior Software Developer (level 3) – Operations & Infrastructure
( Permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

At Nord Quantique, we strive to build impactful technology by relentlessly pushing our understanding of quantum science. We are an interdisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, innovators, builders, and enthusiasts on a mission to make quantum computing a reality. Our quantum processors are designed to reduce errors in quantum computation to facilitate long-term scaling toward fully-fledged quantum computers. We believe it is our responsibility to deliver this transformative technology for the greater good of society.

Located at the heart of the beautiful Eastern Townships region in the province of Quebec, Canada, we develop our technology in the vibrant quantum ecosystem of Sherbrooke. Leaning on more than a decade of vertical integration of quantum hardware, we are leveraging a comprehensive pool of quantum technology and micro-electronic infrastructure to deploy our quantum computing technology.

Our current needs

Nord Quantique is developing the software platform and operational infrastructure required to run increasingly complex quantum computing systems at scale. As our systems evolve, reliability, observability, security, and operational automation become critical to both internal R&D and future production environments.

We are seeking a senior software developer to join our Infrastructure & Operations team. This team develops and operates the foundational infrastructure, orchestration systems, and operational services that support experimental systems, simulation backends, and cloud-accessible quantum computing workflows.

This role sits at the intersection of software engineering, infrastructure, and operational reliability. The successful candidate will help design and evolve the systems that ensure Nord Quantique’s software platform remains scalable, observable, secure, and operationally robust in a highly dynamic R&D environment.

Keys responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain infrastructure and operational systems supporting Nord Quantique’s software platform.
Contribute to the architecture and evolution of orchestration, deployment, and operational management systems.
Develop tooling and workflows supporting reliability, observability, security, and operational safety.
Contribute to cloud infrastructure management, HPC integration, deployment automation, and operational monitoring.
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support secure and reliable access to computational and experimental resources.
Contribute to software quality through architecture discussions, code reviews, testing, debugging, and operational best practices.

Education and experience requirements:

BSc or MSc in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience developing or operating software systems in an R&D, cloud, infrastructure, or technically ambitious environment.
Experience working with distributed systems, operational infrastructure, or production software platforms.
Experience working in interdisciplinary environments involving close collaboration between software, infrastructure, and technical teams.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Strong software development skills in at least one modern systems or infrastructure programming language such as Go, Rust, or Python.
Experience with distributed systems, orchestration frameworks, or operational automation.
Experience with cloud infrastructure, deployment pipelines, CI/CD workflows, or infrastructure management.
Familiarity with monitoring, logging, observability, and reliability engineering practices.
Familiarity with security, access control, or operational safety considerations in shared computing environments.
Experience with HPC systems, cluster management, or large-scale computational infrastructure is considered an asset.
Experience with Kubernetes, cloud-native infrastructure, or secure partner-facing APIs is considered an asset.
Advanced level in English, to communicate with international team members
Intermediate knowledge of French is an asset.

Sought profile:

Strong ownership mindset and ability to drive complex technical initiatives.
Ability to promote operational best practices through collaboration, pragmatism, and technical leadership across teams.
Strong judgment in balancing operational rigor with the flexibility required in an interdisciplinary R&D environment.
Commitment to software quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Nord Quantique is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in its training, workplaces, and activities. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and traditionally marginalized groups.

Working at Nord Quantique

At Nord Quantique, you will be part of something special: working in a highly dynamic environment at the forefront of quantum technology development while benefiting from a vibrant ecosystem located at the heart of the Quantum Innovation Zone of the picturesque city of Sherbrooke. Our interdisciplinary team is laser-focused on solving grand challenges and making quantum computing a reality.

Nord Quantique is an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals can fulfill their aspirations while being supported and heard. This also means that we offer flexible work schedules and adapt our methods for the well-being of every individual.

Moving to Nord Quantique

Nord Quantique offers extensive moving support, including help with immigration paperwork, with finding a place to live, with access to childcare and schools, even helping your partner to find a new job. We offer a relocation compensation package and competitive salaries.

Salary: $143 500 – $166 500

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English and/or French

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Senior Software Developer (level 3) – Calibration & Device Intelligence

Senior Software Developer (level 3) – Calibration & Device Intelligence
( Permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

Nord Quantique is developing the software systems that enable the calibration, characterization, and operation of increasingly complex quantum processors. As these systems scale, automation, orchestration, and intelligent operational workflows become central challenges.

We are seeking a senior software developer to join our Calibration & Device Intelligence team. This team develops the software infrastructure and decision-making automation that allow quantum devices to be calibrated, monitored, and operated efficiently at scale.

This role sits at the intersection of software engineering, experimental physics, and system automation. The successful candidate will help transform experimental procedures and device behavior into robust, scalable, and highly automated software systems.

Keys responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain software systems supporting calibration, characterization, and operational workflows for quantum processors.
Contribute to the architecture and evolution of Nord Quantique’s calibration and device intelligence stack.
Develop automation, orchestration, and decision-making systems informed by experimental measurements and operational feedback.
Collaborate with experimental teams to translate calibration and characterization procedures into scalable software workflows.
Contribute to software quality through architecture discussions, code reviews, testing, and debugging

Education and experience requirements :

BSc or MSc in computer science, software engineering, physics, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience developing software in an R&D, scientific, industrial automation, or technically ambitious environment.
Experience developing software interacting with experimental hardware, instrumentation, or operational systems.
Experience working in interdisciplinary environments involving close collaboration between software and scientific or engineering teams.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Strong software development skills in Python.
Experience designing automation, orchestration, or closed-loop systems.
Experience developing software for scientific instrumentation, hardware control, or experimental workflows.
Familiarity with optimization, system characterization, or operational decision logic.
Experience integrating machine learning or optimization techniques into production software systems is considered an asset.
Familiarity with quantum computing experiments, calibration workflows, or pulse-level control systems is considered an asset.
Advanced level in English, to communicate with international team members
Intermediate knowledge of French is an asset.

Sought profile:

Strong ownership mindset and ability to drive complex technical initiatives.
Scientific curiosity and motivation to work closely with experimental systems.
Strong collaboration and communication skills across technical disciplines.
Comfort operating in highly dynamic and interdisciplinary environments.
Commitment to software quality, maintainability, and operational reliability.

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $143 500 – $166 500

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English and/or French

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

SDK & Compiler Team Lead

SDK & Compiler Team Lead
( Permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a new leader to guide a core area of our well-established software team and help shape its next chapter. While technical expertise remains important, we are especially looking for someone who thrives by supporting others and championing a vision — someone who can create an environment where software developers are empowered and motivated to contribute to Nord Quantique’s software stack.

The SDK & Compiler team’s mission is to design, develop and maintain the SDK and compilation stack of Nord Quantique’s quantum computers, defining the user programming environment, backend-agnostic intermediate representations, and execution engine that targets both experimental hardware and simulation backends. By building and maintaining robust and scalable software solutions, we support the advancement of the company’s R&D efforts. The team also plays a role in promoting best coding practices across teams and in providing training for the tools that we create. It is part of the larger Software Platform team, which will eventually contain two other teams: the Calibration & Device Intelligence Team, as well as the Operations & Infrastructure team.

The SDK & Compiler team lead is the person providing the vision for all of this to happen. We are looking for someone who can bring clarity and insight at three levels:

Within the SDK & Compiler team — inspiring and guiding the team members to accomplish the many projects that are part of the roadmap;
Across the larger Software Platform team — foreseeing future needs from other teams and supporting the development and integration of software solutions for them;
Outside Nord Quantique — collaborating with external partners to accelerate Nord Quantique’s roadmap.

We support learning and growth within the role and value leadership experience from a range of backgrounds. Success in this role depends not only on technical guidance, but on building trust, fostering open communication, and sustaining a shared sense of purpose within the team.

Keys responsibilities:

Lead and support the day-to-day work of the SDK & Compiler team, ensuring that each team member has what they need to thrive — technically, professionally, and with care for their well-being.
Foster a motivating, respectful, and collaborative environment within the team and across interfaces with other teams and partners.
Support the team’s growth through mentoring, recruitment, and skill development.
Lead and coordinate SDK- and compiler-related software development projects to ensure alignment with Nord Quantique’s roadmap and the needs of other teams.
Interface with external partners and consultants to align Nord Quantique’s software needs with their capabilities and deliverables.

The selected candidate will operate within a highly dynamic environment and will have the opportunity to contribute to the management and operation of a key component of Nord Quantique’s roadmap.

Education and experience requirements:

Master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, Physics, or a related field.
Minimum of 4 years of experience leading software development projects in a R&D or industrial setting.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in quantum-adjacent software development.
Experience scaling and maturing software products, from initial design and prototyping to stable, fully deployed solutions.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Ability to build, mentor, and lead a collaborative software development team.
Ability to translate strategic objectives into clear priorities, project plans, and actionable development roadmaps.
Ability to prioritize and allocate development resources effectively.
Overall understanding of the quantum computing software stack.
Strong understanding of scalable, maintainable system design and modern software architecture.
Expertise in Python.
Fluent in English.
Intermediate knowledge of French, an asset.

Sought profile:

Ability to collaborate in an interdisciplinary environment.
Leadership grounded in empathy and respect for individual growth.
Clear and inclusive communication across diverse technical teams.
Comfort managing large-scale projects and aligning execution with evolving priorities.
Strong ability to maintain a high-level vision of the various modules within Nord Quantique’s software stack.
Ability to build, embody and communicate Nord Quantique’s vision
Commitment to advancing quantum computing and building meaningful technology.

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $167 00$ – $195 000

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English and/or French

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7 or Ax.c, Place Victoria, 800 Rue du Square-Victoria, Montreal, Quebec, H3C 0B4

Head of Software Platform

Head of Software Platform
( Permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

As Nord Quantique continues to grow, we are seeking a Head of Software Platform to lead the evolution of the company’s most strategically important software organizations.

The Software Platform organization develops the foundational software systems, infrastructure, and tooling that support Nord Quantique’s research, device operation, and broader software ecosystem. Spanning multiple software teams and technical domains, the organization plays a central role in connecting research, hardware, infrastructure, and applications while laying the foundation for future customer-facing products.

The Head of Software Platform will guide the long-term evolution of both the organization and the platform itself, working closely with technical leadership across the company to ensure alignment, scalability, and sustainable execution in a rapidly evolving R&D environment.

While a strong software engineering background is important, this role is primarily about organizational leadership, technical strategy, and cross-functional coordination. We are looking for someone who can empower technical leaders, build high-performing teams, and help unify the technical direction of a growing software platform organization.

The Head of Software Platform will provide leadership at multiple levels:

Within the organization — supporting team leads and technical leaders in building effective, collaborative, and resilient software teams;
Across Nord Quantique — aligning software strategy and priorities with evolving company needs and long-term roadmap objectives;
Outside Nord Quantique — cultivating strategic relationships with external collaborators, research partners, and technology providers.

Keys responsibilities:

Lead and support a growing Software Platform organization composed of multiple software teams and technical leadership functions.
Empower team leads and technical leaders to build effective, collaborative, and high-performing teams.
Define and drive the long-term vision and evolution of Nord Quantique’s software platform.
Align software priorities and execution with the company’s broader technical roadmap and operational needs.
Establish scalable development practices, organizational structures, and coordination processes.
Support recruitment, mentorship, and leadership growth across the organization.
Collaborate with internal and external partners to anticipate future platform needs and accelerate development efforts.
Foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Education and experience requirements:

Master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, physics, or in a related field.
Minimum of 8 years of experience leading software development initiatives in an R&D, deep-tech, or technically ambitious industrial environment.
Experience scaling and maturing software systems, from early-stage development to stable operational deployment.
Experience leading software development across multiple teams or organizational functions.
Experience in quantum computing or other advanced scientific or deep-tech environments is considered an asset.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Strong understanding of how to structure and scale effective software development organizations.
Experience establishing collaborative development practices and healthy engineering processes.
Ability to coordinate software initiatives across multiple teams and technical disciplines.
Strong systems-thinking skills and ability to maintain a high-level view of complex software ecosystems.
Understanding of the challenges involved in developing software within advanced scientific or deep-tech environments.
Advanced level in English, to communicate with international team members
Intermediate knowledge of French is an asset.

Sought profile:

Strong organizational leadership and team-building skills.
Ability to build, communicate, and align teams around a shared technical and organizational vision.
Excellent judgment in prioritization, resource allocation, and organizational planning.
Strong communication and collaboration skills across diverse technical disciplines.
Leadership grounded in empathy, trust, and respect for individual growth.
Comfort operating in evolving and technically ambitious environments.
Commitment to advancing quantum computing and building meaningful technology.

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $200 000 – $245 000

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English and/or French

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Process Integration Expert

Process Integration Expert
( Permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

Nord Quantique’s device R&D and early production efforts have been supported through internal work and partnerships at the Université de Sherbrooke’s 3iT cleanroom. This approach has proven very successful, allowing us to rapidly test different prototypes and develop process flows to unlock state-of-the-art performance, but it will not support the next phase of our roadmap. We are now establishing full nanofabrication capability at C2Mi, as one of only two partners engaged with C2Mi and its new Quantum Lab (LINQ). Our objective is ambitious and clear: by 2028, C2Mi must operate as a fully production-ready platform for Nord Quantique, delivering superconducting nanodevices that meet or exceed current 3iT performance, with an emphasis on reliably, repeatably, and at increased throughput.

To launch this critical initiative, we are seeking an experienced Process Integration Expert to join Nord Quantique’s growing C2Mi Nanofabrication team. This individual will contribute towards and execute Nord Quantique’s technology transfer strategy between its R&D activities at 3iT and its manufacturing operations at C2Mi. Working hands-on in both cleanrooms, the successful candidate will ensure that fabrication processes are successfully transferred, qualified, and continuously improved while maintaining close technical alignment between Nord Quantique’s nanofabrication teams.

Key Responsibilities

Contribute to Nord Quantique’s technology transfer activities by supporting the transfer of nanofabrication processes developed at 3iT into the manufacturing environment at C2Mi, ensuring compatibility with C2Mi toolsets and process capabilities.
Work hands-on in the 3iT cleanroom to develop and optimize fabrication recipes under the constraints of C2Mi equipment specifications.
Ensure new process developments at 3iT can be efficiently incorporated into manufacturing at C2Mi.
Develop, integrate, benchmark, and optimize nanofabrication processes for superconducting devices, driving yield, performance, and manufacturability.
Balance multiple assignments and adapt to changing priorities while meeting deadlines.
Generate detailed technical reports to support knowledge sharing and team decision-making.
Provide regular progress updates to Nord Quantique’s Head of Nanofabrication, proactively identifying risks and proposing mitigation strategies

Success in this role will be measured by the successful transfer and qualification of fabrication processes at C2Mi, the establishment of robust process documentation and the ability to foster close technical collaboration across Nord Quantique’s nanofabrication teams operating at both 3iT and C2Mi.

Education and experience requirements:

Masters or PhD in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quantum Information, or a related field.
Minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience developing and optimizing cleanroom processes in Micro/Nanofabrication facilities.
Proven ability to independently carry out nanofabrication tasks in academic and/or industrial settings.
Hands-on experience working in both industrial and academic semiconductor manufacturing settings.

Sought expertise and knowledge:
Core Expertise:

Strong foundation in nanofabrication process development and troubleshooting in a cleanroom environment.
Experienced with most of the following cleanroom techniques with deep mastery in at least one area: Lithography (E-beam & Photolithography), Metal deposition (e.g. E-beam, Sputter), Etching (ICP, RIE), Wet Chemistry Processing (Acid & Bases).
Experience working with most of the following cleanroom metrology tools (ellipsometry, profilometry, 2-terminal measurements, SEM, AFM, XRD).

Preferred:

Understanding of design concepts and workflow for superconducting circuits.
Direct experience working with Josephson Junction and/or transmon nanofabrication.
Experience ramping up from R&D to pilot or volume production
Experience with lot/sample tracking and traceability using MES and/or structured travelers, with disciplined data capture.

Sought profile:

Proactive approach to problem solving.
Excellent communicator who can work with different people with different skill sets
Highly organized, meticulous and efficient with a process-orientated mindset.
Eagerness to learn new things
Commitment to advancing quantum computing and building meaningful technology.

We are committed to building an inclusive team that draws on a wide range of experiences and are mindful that strengths can take many forms. We place value on initiative, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset, regardless of formal background.

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $123,115 – $143,000

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Benefits: 5 weeks of vacation, Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English (knowledge of French is a big asset)

Workplace: Primarily 3iT, 3000 Bd de l’Université Immeuble P2, Sherbrooke, QC J1K 0A5 (60-80%) with regular travel to C2Mi (20-40%) located at 45 Boul De L’aéroport, Bromont, QC J2L 1S8. Occasional meetings will take place at the NQ head office Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Nanofabrication Technologist

Nanofabrication Technologist
( Permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

Nord Quantique’s device R&D and early production efforts have been supported through internal work and partnerships at the Université de Sherbrooke’s 3iT cleanroom. This approach has proven very successful, allowing us to rapidly test different prototypes and develop process flows to unlock state-of-the-art performance, but it will not support the next phase of our roadmap.

We are now establishing full nanofabrication capability at C2Mi, as one of only two partners engaged with C2Mi and its new Quantum Lab (LINQ). Our objective is ambitious and clear: by 2028, C2Mi must operate as a fully production-ready platform for Nord Quantique, delivering superconducting nanodevices that meet or exceed current 3iT performance, with an emphasis on reliably, repeatably, and at increased throughput.

To launch this critical initiative, we are seeking an experienced Nanofabrication Technologist to join Nord Quantique’s growing C2Mi Nanofabrication team. This individual will play a central role in bringing LINQ to operational readiness, with hands-on involvement in tool acceptance, commissioning and day-to-day operations. Once stable processes of record are established, they will contribute by benchmarking and optimizing nanofabrication workflows to improve device yield, performance, and reliability, supporting the transition from R&D to early production.

Key Responsibilities

Act as primary point of contact for multiple mission-critical cleanroom tools.
Contribute to tool acceptance, commissioning, and process bring-up for assigned cleanroom equipment, delivering stable baseline recipes with documented characterization.
Develop, integrate, benchmark, and optimize nanofabrication processes for superconducting devices, driving yield, performance, and manufacturability, with following characterization and metrology plans.
Work closely with C2Mi technicians to ensure the smooth running of tools and carry out day-to-day operation using the tools for production runs.
Provide regular progress updates to Nord Quantique’s Head of Nanofabrication, proactively identifying risks and proposing mitigation strategies
Contribute to the superconducting circuit fabrication roadmap by identifying performance and yield limiters, capability gaps, prioritized experiments and CapEx requirements needed to enable scalable manufacturing.

Success in this role depends not only on technical guidance, but on building trust, fostering open communication, and sustaining a shared sense of purpose both within the team and with C2Mi staff. The selected candidate will operate within a highly dynamic environment and will have the opportunity to shape both the technical direction and team structure of a key component of Nord Quantique’s roadmap.

Education and experience requirements:

Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quantum Information, or a related field.
Minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience developing and optimizing cleanroom processes in Micro & Nanofabrication facilities.
Proven project management experience in an academic and/or industrial setting.
Hands-on experience working in industrial semiconductor manufacturing setting.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Core Expertise:

Strong foundation in nanofabrication process development and troubleshooting in a cleanroom environment.
Experience with tool acceptance and operation.
Working knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing best practices, including process qualification, change control, documentation, and run rules.
Demonstrated experience in process optimization to improve yield, device performance, and manufacturability.
Experience with lot/sample tracking and traceability using MES and/or structured travelers, with disciplined data capture.
Experience managing quality events (deviations/nonconformances), applying SPC, and performing root-cause analysis (e.g., 5-Why, fishbone, DOE) with corrective/preventive actions.
Experience in cross contamination prevention and control.

Preferred:

Understanding of design concepts and workflow for superconducting circuits.
Experienced with some of the following cleanroom techniques: Lithography (E-beam or Photolithography), Metal deposition (e.g. E-beam, Sputter), Etching (ICP, RIE), Wet Chemistry Processing (Acid & Bases).
Experience working with some cleanroom metrology tools (ellipsometry, profilometry, 2-terminal measurements, CD SEM).
Experience ramping up from R&D to pilot or volume production.

Sought profile:

Proactive approach to problem solving.
Comfortable managing multiple projects and aligning execution with evolving priorities.
Diplomatic approach to working with external partners.
Highly organized, meticulous and efficient with a process-orientated mindset.
Eagerness to learn new things
Commitment to advancing quantum computing and building meaningful technology.

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $74 800 – $88 000

Benefits: 5 weeks of vacation, Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English (knowledge of French is a big asset)

Workplace: Primarily C2MI located at 45 Boul De L’aéroport, Bromont, QC J2L 1S8(both in the NQ office space and cleanroom) with occasional meetings at the NQ head office Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Nanofabrication Expert, R&D

Nanofabrication Expert, R&D
( Permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

We are scaling our activities alongside our quantum processors. In this effort, we want to expand our nanofabrication team by recruiting an exceptional individual with a strong R&D nanofabrication record. This person will play a key role in the Nanofabrication R&D team by working to improve the yield, performance, and reproducibility of superconducting devices. We are looking for a candidate with expertise in key strategic areas related to the nanofabrication of superconducting devices such as e-beam lithography, reactive ion etching, and metal deposition (sputtering & evaporation). The role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to manage time and priorities, and a collaborative mindset to drive projects to successful completion.

Keys responsibilities:

Work in the cleanroom to fabricate and deliver mission-critical devices, such as transmon qubits and tripole resonators, to the hardware team for measurement.

Develop, benchmark and optimize nanofabrication processes for superconducting devices, focusing on performance and yield.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively prioritizing resources to ensure timely and successful outcomes.
Follow cleanroom protocols precisely while documenting fabrication processes, parameters, and outcomes in a clear and organized manner.
Generate detailed technical reports to support knowledge sharing and team decisionmaking.

Education and Experience Requirements:

PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Quantum Information, or a related field
Postdoctoral or industry experience in nanofabrication and materials metrology (an asset).
Minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience developing and optimizing cleanroom processes in micro and nanofabrication facilities
Proven experience delivering devices within a small team in an academic or industrial setting
Extensive experience in understanding and solving nanofabrication problems

Core Expertise:

Strong foundation in nanofabrication process development and optimization

Experienced with most of the following cleanroom techniques with deep mastery in at least one area: Lithography (e-beam or photolithography), metal deposition (e.g. evaporation, sputter), etching (ICP, RIE), wet chemistry processing (acids and bases).

Familiar using some of the following in-line characterization techniques: TEM, FIB, SEM, AFM, XRD, SIMS, XPS, profilometry, confocal microscopy, ellipsometry and room temperature electrical measurements.

Advanced level in English, to communicate with international team members

Preferred Skills:
The following skills are not a hard requirement for the role but would be considered an asset:

Understanding of device physics and workflow for superconducting circuits
Knowledge of Josephson junctions and/or superconducting qubit fabrication
Experience working with superconducting or ESD-sensitive circuits
Knowledge of MES systems and/or best practices for sample tracking
Basic coding skills (Python)
Knowledge of circuit design software such as KLayout and BEAMER
Intermediate knowledge of French

Sought Profile:

Proactive approach to problem solving
Great sense of autonomy and dependability
Highly organized, meticulous, and efficient, with a process-oriented mindset
Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver results in a rapidly changing environment
Strong critical thinking with a proven ability to solve complex problems
Desire to share and advance knowledge and methods amongst the team
Proficient in producing clear and concise technical reports

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $123 100 – $167 000

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English

Workplace: 3iT LNN & LCSM Cleanrooms, Institute Quantique, Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Manufacturing R&D Expert – L1

Manufacturing R&D Expert – L1
( Permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

As we scale the size of our quantum processors and supporting infrastructure, we are seeking a resourceful and driven Manufacturing R&D Expert to join our Team. In this role, you will directly contribute to improving processor performance by contributing to the R&D effort focused on identifying and implementing fabrication techniques to improve the yield and performance of SRF cavities.

Your mission will be to develop the in-house fabrication and in-line characterization strategy to systematically improve cavity performance. To achieve this, you will design and manage experiments to identify the key drivers of cavity performance and variability, including planning experiments, defining controls and success metrics, analyzing results, and iterating based on data. Your work will span materials selection, fabrication methods, surface treatments, and post-machining processes, with the goal of improving Q-factor as well as intra- and inter-batch consistency.

A core responsibility of this role is translating experimental insights into scalable manufacturing improvements. You will define appropriate in-line characterization approaches, conduct trade studies across tools and techniques, and collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to execute experiments efficiently and move successful processes into production.

Key responsibilities:

Drive experimental R&D efforts to improve 3D cavity performance, quality, yield, and reproducibility, directly impacting quantum processor performance.
Design, manage, and execute rigorous experimental programs to identify drivers of cavity performance variability.
Develop and refine materials and process strategies across fabrication, surface treatments, and post-machining workflows to improve Q-factor and intra-/inter-batch consistency.
Translate experimental insights into scalable improvements by defining in-line characterization, conducting trade studies, and collaborating closely with internal teams and external partners.
Generate ideas to improve cavity performance based on insights gained from experimentation, influenced by literature and best practises.
Identify and setup associated infrastructure facilities required for surface post-processing for different materials.

This is a dynamic role within a fast-paced, research-driven environment, offering the opportunity to contribute directly to the advancement of scalable quantum hardware.

Education and experience requirements:

Master’s degree or PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Engineering Physics or a closely related discipline.
2+ years hands-on experience developing and optimizing processes.
Proven project management experience leading or coordinating fabrication efforts in an

academic and/or industrial setting.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Strong foundation in manufacturing materials science, preferably in developing SRF cavities, with practical experience applying this knowledge to real-world fabrication, surface treatments, or process development challenges.
Proven ability to perform root cause and failure analysis to identify drivers of performance variability and translate findings into process improvement.
Experience developing clear, robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to enable repeatable and scalable manufacturing processes.
Hands-on experience with in-line and materials characterization techniques is preferable but not required (e.g., optical/confocal microscopy, AFM, SEM, surface roughness measurements, elemental analysis).

Sought profile:

Great sense of autonomy and dependability
Willingness to learn and explore new concepts
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and partner facilities.
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills focused on achieving company objectives
Team-oriented mindset with a focus on cooperation and knowledge sharing within the team

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Salary: $105,000 – $123,000

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Working language: English required. French is a plus.

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Mechanical Systems Assembly Professional

Mechanical Systems Assembly Professional
( Permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

As we scale the size and complexity of our quantum processors and supporting infrastructure, we are seeking a resourceful and driven Mechanical Systems Assembly Professional to join our Team.

In this role, you will lead the development, optimization, and scaling of assembly processes for our 3D Quantum Processing Units (QPUs). You will be responsible for translating QPU designs into robust, repeatable, and scalable assembly processes that support both R&D builds and future production needs.

Your mission is to own the end-to-end assembly process for Nord Quantique’s quantum processors, from process development and tooling design through technician training and production readiness.

You will be responsible of the assembly methodology, build sequences, tooling and fixture strategies, handling and integration procedures, and in-process metrology required to achieve demanding precision requirements. Success in this role will be measured by your ability to establish reliable and repeatable assembly processes, improve assembly first pass yield and throughput, and ensure the consistent integration of increasingly complex quantum hardware systems.

This is a highly hands-on engineering role focused on assembly excellence. You will spend a significant amount of time developing assembly methods, assembling QPU hardware, troubleshooting integration issues, and training technicians. A key objective of this role is to transform expert assembly practices into robust, scalable processes that can be consistently executed by trained technicians.

You will collaborate closely with internal teams, as well as external partners, to develop and execute assembly processes that enable the next generation of scalable quantum processors.

Key responsibilities:

Develop and optimize assembly procedures and standards for the Quantum Processing Units (QPUs) and associated subsystems in a cleanroom and controlled-environment settings.
Design, specify, and implement assembly tooling, fixtures, workstations, and process controls to support both R&D and production builds.
Establish best practices for assembly, handling and integration of quantum hardware components.
Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, training programs for assembly technicians, assembly procedures, inspection plans, and build records.
Define and monitor key process performance metrics, including assembly yield, cycle time and throughput.
Perform root-cause analysis and corrective actions related to assembly defects, yield losses, and process variability.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.

This is a dynamic role within a fast-paced, research-driven environment, offering the opportunity to contribute directly to the advancement of scalable quantum hardware.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys building more than designing. You will become the technical owner of QPU assembly at Nord Quantique, responsible for developing the processes, tooling, training systems, and quality standards that enable reliable and scalable QPU assembly manufacturing.

Education and experience requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or a closely related discipline.
4+ years experience in developing assembly processes in an advanced hardware production environment like high-precision electromechanical, semiconductor, photonic, or advanced technology products.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Proven experience developing and optimizing assembly processes for high-precision electro-mechanical, semiconductor, photonic, or advanced technology products.
Experience designing, specifying, or implementing assembly tooling, fixtures, workstations, and process controls to improve build quality and repeatability.
Knowledge of assembly best practices, including process validation, root-cause analysis, quality control, continuous improvement, and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
Ability to create clear manufacturing documentation, including assembly procedures, work instructions, inspection plans, and build records within regulated or technical environments.

Sought profile:

Great sense of autonomy and dependability
Willingness to learn and explore new concepts
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and partner facilities.
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills focused on achieving company objectives
Team-oriented mindset with a focus on cooperation and knowledge sharing within the team

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Salary: $91,600 – $105,000

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Working language: English required. French is a plus.

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Quantum Computer Architect Level 1

Quantum Computer Architect Level 1
( Permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

As part of our continued growth, we are seeking to recruit a new contributor to our Quantum Architecture Team. Our quantum computing platform, built on bosonic codes, represents promising direction in the field. While it is less mature than more “mainstream” approaches, this emerging technology opens up exceptional opportunities for discovery and innovation. Key questions—quantum error-correcting code design, fault-tolerant operation, and the compilation of circuits down to control pulses—are not only central to our mission but are vibrant areas of active research across the scientific community.

The role of the Quantum Architecture Team is to guide the company’s mid- and long-term technology roadmap. This work has a direct and wide-ranging impact on all teams at Nord Quantique. To fulfill this mandate, the team maintains a close engagement with the scientific literature and collaborates with the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to identify and define the milestones that shape our roadmap.

As a contributor, you will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that address technological challenges at the heart of Nord Quantique’s mission. Beyond strong research synthesis skills, the role calls for initiative and creativity—qualities essential for advancing the frontiers of our technology and driving meaningful progress on our most critical objectives.

Keys responsibilities:

Contribute to the research of new bosonic multimode codes
Partake in the development of the theory of fault-tolerance in the context of bosonic codes
Interact with research partners
Assist in a tight watch on the relevant scientific literature

Education and experience requirements:

PhD in quantum information, theoretical physics, mathematics or theoretical computer science

PhD- or post-doc-internship, an asset

Work experience in industry, an asset

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Quantum error correction
Fault-tolerant quantum computing
Bosonic codes, multimode grid codes in particular
Advanced level in English, to communicate with international team members
Circuit-QED, an asset
Numerical simulation, an asset
Python know-how, an asset
Intermediate knowledge of French, an asset

Sought profile:

Exceptional ability to focus
Meticulous, attention to detail
Adaptability to changing priorities
Team-oriented mindset

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $123,000-$140,000

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Working language: English and/or French

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Quantum Computer Architect Level 2

Quantum Computer Architect Level 2
( Permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

As a contributor, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate scientific leadership by defining, managing, and contributing to high-impact projects that address technological challenges at the heart of Nord Quantique’s mission. Beyond strong research synthesis skills, the role calls for initiative and creativity—qualities essential for advancing the frontiers of our technology and driving meaningful progress on our most critical objectives.

Working within the architecture team the candidate will:

Define, lead and manage projects to research new bosonic multimode codes
Develop the theory of fault-tolerance in the context of bosonic codes
Propose key demonstrations in the technology roadmap
Lead interactions with key research partners
Perform a tight watch on the relevant scientific literature

Education and experience requirements:

PhD in quantum information, theoretical physics, mathematics or theoretical computer science
1-5 years of work experience in industry (including post-doc)

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Quantum error correction
Fault-tolerant quantum computing
Bosonic codes, multimode grid codes in particular
Advanced level in English, to communicate with international team members
Circuit-QED, an asset
Numerical simulation, an asset
Python know-how, an asset
Intermediate knowledge of French, an asset

Sought profile:

Scientific leadership
Disciplined management
Exceptional ability to focus
Adaptability to changing priorities
Team-oriented mindset
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely to an informed, but non-expert, audience

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $149 380 – $175 000
Vacation: 5 weeks per year
Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)
Working language: English and/or French
Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

R&D Project Manager

R&D Project Manager
(permanent position, 40 hours per week)
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

Nord Quantique is building its Project Management Office (PMO) to support and scale the execution of its scientific roadmap in a context of growing R&D complexity.

As a Project Manager within this function, you will work under the guidance of the Head of PMO and play a key role in coordinating and supporting the execution of R&D projects across the organization.

You will act as a strategic operational partner to technical and team leads, helping bring clarity, alignment, and structure to fast-moving and evolving research programs. Through hands-on involvement in day-to-day coordination, you will ensure that priorities, dependencies, and milestones remain visible, aligned, and actionable, while facilitating communication across interdisciplinary teams.

In an initial phase, you will work closely with multiple R&D teams to coordinate priorities, track progress, identify bottlenecks, and support execution. This phase is critical for developing a deep understanding of team workflows, building strong working relationships, and ensuring consistency in project coordination practices.

As the PMO matures, your role will progressively evolve toward increased ownership of project coordination activities and active contribution to the implementation and continuous improvement of project management practices, tools, and processes tailored to an exploratory R&D environment where priorities evolve and uncertainty is inherent.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys operating at the intersection of science, engineering, and operations, who thrives in dynamic and complex environments, and who is motivated by enabling technical teams to do their best work by bringing structure without rigidity.

Working in close collaboration with technical and management staff at Nord Quantique, the chosen candidate will:

Coordinate project timelines, deliverables, and internal milestones across R&D teams
Maintain clarity on priorities, dependencies, and overall project status
Support technical leads in planning, resource coordination, and milestone definition
Facilitate cross-team communication and ensure alignment across projects
Maintain up-to-date project documentation and tracking tools
Identify execution bottlenecks and support resolution of operational challenges
Support day-to-day execution through structured follow-ups and coordination
Ensure alignment with PMO guidelines, processes, and standards
Apply and maintain structured reporting processes, providing clear and consistent updates
Contribute to continuous improvement of PMO practices, tools, and workflows, while supporting a positive and collaborative team environment

Education and experience requirements:

Required

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, or a related field
Minimum of 3 years of experience in project coordination or project management.
Experience supporting technical, scientific, or engineering teams.

Preferred

Experience contributing to process or workflow improvements.
Experience in deep-tech, quantum, or advanced R&D environments
Familiarity with project-management frameworks (agile, hybrid, or research-adapted) and tools (Ms Project, Jira, ClickUp, Notion, etc.)

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Excellent documentation practices
Ability to enable change management activities within growing teams
Intermediate or higher level of French is an asset

Sought profile:

Strong communication skills
Organized and reliable, with a proactive approach to execution
Collaborative and empathetic, with an interest in team wellbeing
Ability to prioritize tasks and coordinate multiple cross-functional team projects
Excellent adaptability
Ability to bring structure to ambiguity
Skilled at building strong working relationships across technical and non-technical teams
Motivated by supporting innovation and enabling people to focus on what they do best

Working at Nord Quantique

Nord Quantique is an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals can fulfill their aspirations while being supported and heard. This also means we offer flexible work schedules and adapt our methods to support the well-being of every individual.

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $95,000 – $105,000

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Working language: English and/or French

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Quantum System Validation Team Lead

Quantum System Validation Team Lead
(permanent position, 40 hours per week)
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

We are seeking a senior technical leader with strong expertise in engineering of quantum systems with an emphasis on large-scale experimental validation and reliability engineering. Beyond technical excellence, we are looking for someone capable of building and leading a multidisciplinary validation organization operating at the interface between R&D and large-scale system deployment.

The mission of the Quantum System Validation team is to validate preservation of multimode bosonic logical performance under scaling-induced physical variability and emergent error channels, and to enforce the reliability standards required for deployment-ready quantum computing systems.

More specifically, this individual will define and grow Nord Quantique’s system-level validation strategy, establish reliability engineering discipline across increasingly complex quantum computing systems, and lead the development of scalable validation methodologies supporting future utility-scale architectures.

The role combines quantum system validation, operational robustness engineering, and long-duration reliability qualification of a scaled and integrated system covering cryogenic, control, and software.

Keys responsibilities:

Define and lead the system-level validation and reliability strategy across successive quantum computer generations
Build and support a multidisciplinary validation organization spanning quantum validation, operational robustness, and reliability engineering
Define deployment-readiness criteria, quantitative system acceptance metrics, performance gates, and validation methodologies supporting deployment decisions
Lead long-duration stability testing and drift characterization campaigns
Establish FMEA methodologies, qualification procedures, and reliability governance frameworks
Validate preservation of logical performance under scaling-induced physical variability and emergent error channels
Oversee validation of hardware–software orchestration, including calibration workflows, boot-up sequencing, and software integration
Coordinate cross-functional root-cause analysis activities during system bring-up and validation failures

Education and experience requirements:

PhD in experimental physics, engineering, quantum computing, systems engineering, or a related field
+5 years of postgraduate experience in quantum technologies, advanced hardware systems, or complex cryogenic system development
Including 2 years of relevant industry experience
Demonstrated experience leading large-scale experimental or system validation efforts
Experience building or managing multidisciplinary technical teams
Strong experience operating at the interface between research and engineering environments

We recognize that expertise can come from a variety of academic or professional paths—not all of which follow conventional trajectories—and we value diversity in that regard.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Superconducting quantum computing systems
System-level validation and performance qualification
Scaling-induced noise and drift mechanisms
Reliability engineering and FMEA methodologies
Long-duration stability testing
Hardware–software orchestration validation
Statistical analysis of complex experimental systems
Cross-functional technical leadership
Advanced level in English, to communicate with international team members
Intermediate knowledge of French, an asset

Sought profile:

Strong engineering and systems-thinking mindset
Ability to build and mentor highly technical teams
Leadership grounded in collaboration, rigor, and accountability
Clear communicator across hardware, software, and research organizations
Comfortable operating in fast-evolving technical environments
Strong technical judgment and prioritization capability
Ability to reconcile performance objectives with scalability and operational constraints
Commitment to advancing scalable quantum computing technologies

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $167 000 – $190 000

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English and/or French (an asset)

Workplace:

Head office & labs: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7
Business office: 334-800 rue de Square-Victoria, Montréal, QC, H4Z 1C3

Quantum System Validation Engineer / Physicist

Quantum System Validation Engineer / Physicist
(permanent position, 40 hours per week)
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

As part of the creation of the Engineering Department, Nord Quantique is building a new Quantum System Validation team responsible for validating that logical quantum performance is preserved as systems scale toward deployment-ready quantum computing platforms.

We are seeking a highly motivated experimental physicist or engineer with experience in quantum systems, cryogenic experiments, and large-scale validation environments. Experience with superconducting quantum systems is an asset.

The mission of this role is to execute and develop validation methodologies that characterize system-level performance, operational robustness, and long-term reliability of integrated quantum computing systems under realistic scaling constraints.

More specifically, this individual will contribute to long-duration validation campaigns, characterize scaling-induced variability and emergent error sources, support system bring-up activities, and help establish the reliability foundations required for future utility-scale and deployment-ready quantum computing systems.

Keys responsibilities:

Define and execute system-level experimental validation campaigns
Characterize logical and physical performance under scaling-induced variability and emergent error sources
Perform long-duration stability and drift measurements
Support integrated system bring-up and operational robustness testing
Validate calibration workflows, boot-up sequencing, and hardware–software orchestration
Contribute to failure analysis, root-cause investigations, and reliability qualification activities
Develop automated validation and characterization workflows
Analyze experimental data and communicate findings to cross-functional engineering and research teams
Support development of deployment-readiness criteria, acceptance metrics, and performance-gating methodologies

Education and experience requirements:

PhD in electrical engineering, experimental physics, quantum engineering, systems engineering, or a related field
Relevant experience in quantum technologies, superconducting quantum hardware, or complex cryogenic experimental systems
Experience executing experimental campaigns in multidisciplinary environments

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Circuit QED and superconducting quantum systems
Cryogenic experimental systems
RF, microwave, and pulsed measurements of superconducting quantum systems
Experimental automation and calibration workflows
Data analysis and statistical interpretation
System-level validation and performance characterization
Reliability engineering or long-duration stability testing, an asset
Python programming and version control best practices, an asset
Advanced level in English, to communicate with international team members
Intermediate knowledge of French, an asset

Sought profile:

Strong engineering mindset
Strong experimental rigor and analytical thinking
Systems-thinking mindset
Team-oriented and collaborative
Adaptable to evolving technical priorities
Clear and concise technical communicator
Comfortable operating in highly interdisciplinary environments
Motivated by solving long-term scalability and reliability challenges in quantum computing

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $105,000 – $122,000

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English and/or French (an asset)

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Quantum Control & Calibration Team Lead

Quantum Control & Calibration Team Lead
( permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a new leader with a strong track record of experimental work in quantum computing with superconducting circuits. While technical expertise remains important, we are especially looking for someone who thrives by supporting others and championing a vision – someone who can create an environment where experimental hardware physicists are empowered and motivated to contribute to Nord Quantique’s hardware research and development.

The Quantum Hardware Department operates as the end user at the heart of Nord Quantique, responsible for delivering improved quantum processor performance integrated into larger systems. The mission of the Quantum Control & Calibration team is to develop and refine high-fidelity control primitives and calibration strategies that minimize error rates and enable next-generation logical performance.

More specifically, this individual will start, grow, and lead this team of quantum hardware physicists to deliver quantum processor performance improvements propelling Nord Quantique along our ambitious technical R&D roadmap. They will lead roadmap thrusts to push our hardware capabilities and continuously deepen our understanding of the science behind it. The person will develop new methods and hardware through a strong interaction with our theory, design and experimental teams.

Working in close collaboration with Theory & Simulations Team, EM Design and Software teams, the candidate will:

Lead and support the day-to-day work of Quantum Control & Calibration Team
Define, lead, and manage experimental campaigns to deliver roadmap thrusts
Support the team’s growth through mentoring, recruitment, and skill development
Own primitive gate schemes and calibration standards to improve performance
Digest scientific data and feedback to the EM Design and Quantum Theory teams
Represent Nord Quantique externally at scientific conferences

Education and experience requirements:

PhD in experimental physics – quantum computing, superconducting circuits or related field
Minimum 5 years experience in quantum computing or superconducting circuit research
Experience leading or coordinating experimental efforts in academic or industrial setting
Strong background in interdisciplinary collaboration and research-to-development transfer

We recognize that expertise can come from a variety of academic or professional paths—not all of which follow conventional trajectories—and we value diversity in that regard.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Led and delivered experimental campaigns
Circuit QED
Practical understanding of quantum error correction
Team management, priority setting and efficient project execution
Bosonic codes, an asset
Familiarity with designing superconducting circuits, an asset
Quantum gate calibration and benchmarking, an asset
Advanced level in English, to communicate with international team members
Intermediate knowledge of French, an asset

Sought profile:

Ability to build, mentor, and lead a collaborative research team
Leadership grounded in empathy and respect for individual growth
Strong technical vision grounded in scientific rigor
Clear and inclusive communication across diverse technical teams
Comfort managing multiple projects and aligning execution with evolving priorities
Commitment to advancing quantum computing and building meaningful technology

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $167 000 – $190 000

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English and/or French

Workplace:

Head office & labs: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7
Business office: 334-800 rue de Square-Victoria, Montréal, QC, H4Z 1C3

Senior Electromagnetic Designer

Senior Electromagnetic Designer
( Permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819)975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

We are scaling our activities alongside our quantum processors. Our team thrives on creativity and innovation, constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible in quantum hardware design. We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Electromagnetic Designer to join our Design team and contribute to the development of the next generation of high-performance quantum processors.

Working in close collaboration with experts at Nord Quantique, the chosen candidate will:

Perform electromagnetic simulations to test and optimize quantum processor designs.
Develop and refine EM structures to enhance coherence properties and coupling rates.
Collaborate on the development of computational tools for design automation.
Work with cross-functional teams to integrate optimized electromagnetic components.
Conduct design validation and performance analysis to improve hardware efficiency.

The selected candidate will operate within a highly dynamic environment and will be an essential member of the Design team, directly contributing to advancing our technology at its physical core.

Education and experience requirements:

PhD or equivalent industry experience in electrical engineering, physics, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in electromagnetic design and finite-element simulations, an asset
Experience in quantum hardware design and superconducting microwave circuits.
Industry experience with a proven track record in interdisciplinary R&D teams.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Deep understanding of electromagnetic theory and microwave engineering principles.
Proficiency in electromagnetic simulation software such as Ansys HFSS, PALACE, or similar.
Experience in computational modeling and Python programming for scientific applications.
Understanding of loss mechanisms and material properties in superconducting devices.
Familiarity with automation and high-performance computing techniques.
Advanced level in English, to communicate with international team members
Intermediate knowledge of French, an asset

Sought profile:

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to drive design optimizations.
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize complex design challenges.
Adaptability in a fast-paced research environment with a proactive and innovative mindset.
Passion for advancing quantum computing and deep-tech.

Working at Nord Quantique

At Nord Quantique you will be part of something special: working in a highly dynamic environment at the forefront of quantum technology development, while benefiting from a vibrant ecosystem located at the heart of the Quantum Innovation Zone of the picturesque city of Sherbrooke. Our interdisciplinary team is laser-focused on solving grand challenges and making quantum computing a reality.

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $132 000 – $150 000
Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)
Vacation: 5 weeks/year
Working language: English and/or French
Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Mechanical Designer L1

Mechanical Designer L1
(Permanent position, 40 hours per week)
Contact : (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

As we scale up our quantum processors and supporting infrastructure, we are seeking a skilled and self-driven Mechanical Designer to join our Mechanical Design and Manufacturing Team. This role focuses on the CAD of the cryogenic dilution refrigerators setups, precision design of 3D qubit assemblies and structural and thermal analysis of these systems.

Key responsibilities:

Develop CAD of 3D cavity qubits and GD&T drawings, ensuring mechanical precision and manufacturability.
Explore mechanical elements of designs and manufacturing techniques in cavity designs to improve the repeatability of assembly.
Design and develop assembly procedures and fixtures for precise assembly of nanofabricated chips.
Design and document the cryogenic setups for dilution refrigerator systems.
Conduct structural and thermal analysis on the cryogenic setup to support the payload and thermal performance, analytically and numerically.
Support the organization of CAD libraries, revision control systems, and documentation to support long-term system scaling and reproducibility.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (Design, Quantum Hardware, and Nanofabrication) to iterate on designs.
Coordinate with external vendors, suppliers, and development partners to support machining, sourcing, and integration activities.

This is a dynamic role within a fast-paced, research-driven environment, offering the opportunity to contribute directly to the advancement of scalable quantum hardware.

Education and experience requirements:

Bachelor’s degree (BSc) or Master’s degree (MSc) in Mechanical Engineering or in related field with minimum 2 years of mechanical design experience.
Must have R&D industry experience, preferably within scientific instrumentation, cryogenic, space instrumentation, semiconductor industries, with a proven track record in interdisciplinary teams.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Experience in CAD modeling and assembly design for precision mechanical systems, using Solidworks, Onshape or other advanced CAD software
Demonstrated ability to optimize designs for repeatability required for scaling
Experience with revision control and documentation of CAD
Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/DFA) principles
Excellent ability to deliver results within tight deadlines
Experience with stress and thermal analysis using FEA simulation software
Advanced level in English, to communicate with team members
Intermediate knowledge of French an asset

Sought profile:

Great sense of autonomy and dependability
Proficient in producing clear and concise technical reports
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, external vendors, suppliers, and development partners
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills focused on achieving company objectives
Willingness to learn and explore new concepts
Team-oriented mindset with a focus on cooperation and knowledge sharing within the team

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $74,000 – $85,000
Vacation: 5 weeks per year
Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)
Working language: Advanced level in English, Intermediate level in French is an asset
Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Project Coordinator

Project Coordinator
(permanent position, 40 hours per week)
Contact : (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

To support the execution of Phase B of the program, we are hiring a Project Manager to assist our Technical Program Manager. This role is designed to strengthen the operational backbone of the program by supporting document creation, planning, coordination, and reporting activities across a complex, multi-stakeholder R&D environment.

The Project Manager will play a key enabling role in ensuring that program information is well organized, schedules and deliverables are accurately tracked, and communications remain clear and timely. While the Program Manager owns overall program execution and interfaces directly with stakeholders, the Project Manager will help maintain the systems, documentation, and coordination mechanisms that allow the program to run smoothly and efficiently.

This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and motivated by supporting advanced scientific and engineering efforts through strong program execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain and update schedules, milestone trackers, deliverables lists, and action-item logs.
Assist in the formatting and consolidation of technical reports, presentations, and program documentation.
Track inputs from multiple teams and ensure timely follow-up on requested information.
Support meeting preparation, including agendas, notes, and action tracking for internal and external meetings.
Assist with event coordination, including managing event bookings and supporting agenda preparation.
Assist with process infrastructure, document control, versioning, and knowledge management to support long-term program continuity.
Facilitate communication and coordination with internal teams as directed by the Program Manager.
Proactively flag schedule risks, missing inputs, or documentation gaps.

Education and experience requirements:

Post-secondary administrative or management certificate or diploma or equivalent (college or Cegep certification).
3–6 years of experience in project coordination, program support, or operations in an R&D-intensive environment (deep tech, aerospace, defense, semiconductors, or similar).
Experience supporting government-funded research programs or structured, milestone-driven projects is a strong asset.
Familiarity with technical documentation and reporting workflows.

We recognize that expertise can come from a variety of academic or professional paths—not all of which follow conventional trajectories—and we value diversity in that regard.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to work across multiple technical domains without needing deep subject-matter ownership.
Comfort handling detailed documentation, schedules, and tracking systems.
Proficiency with standard project management and documentation tools (e.g., spreadsheets, shared document platforms, task trackers like Jira or Asana).
Familiarity with typesetting software like LaTex or Markdown (or a willingness to learn).
Familiarity with government or regulated program environments is an asset.

Sought profile:

Highly reliable, methodical, and attentive to detail.
Effective communicator with excellent coordination skills.
Comfortable in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.
Motivated by clarity, accountability, and supporting scientific progress.

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $61,861 – $72,000
Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)
Vacation: 5 weeks/year
Working language: English
Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Software Team Lead

Software Team Lead
( Permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a new leader to guide our well-established software team and help shape its next chapter. While technical expertise remains important, we are especially looking for someone who thrives by supporting others and championing a vision — someone who can create an environment where software developers are empowered and motivated to contribute to Nord Quantique’s software stack.

The software team’s mission is to design, develop and maintain the critical software that enables the development and operation of Nord Quantique’s quantum computers. By building and maintaining robust and scalable software solutions, we support the advancement of the company’s R&D efforts. The team also plays a role in promoting best coding practices across teams and in providing training for the tools that we create.

The software team lead is the person providing the vision for all of this to happen. We are looking for someone who can bring clarity and insight at three levels:

Within the software team — inspiring and guiding the team members to accomplish the many projects that are part of the roadmap;
Across Nord Quantique — foreseeing future needs from other teams and supporting the development and integration of software solutions for them;
Outside Nord Quantique — identifying and collaborating with external partners to accelerate Nord Quantique’s roadmap.

Working in close collaboration with technical leads across the company, the candidate will:

Lead and support the day-to-day work of the Software team, ensuring that each team member has what they need to thrive — technically, professionally, and with care for their well-being.
Foster a motivating, respectful, and collaborative environment within the team and across interfaces with other teams and partners.
Support the team’s growth through mentoring, recruitment, and skill development.
Lead and coordinate software development initiatives to ensure alignment with Nord Quantique’s roadmap and the needs of other teams.
Define and drive the strategic vision for scaling the current company software to meet future growth and performance needs.
Interface with external partners and consultants to align Nord Quantique’s software needs with their capabilities and deliverables.

The selected candidate will operate within a highly dynamic environment and will have the opportunity to shape both the technical direction and team structure of a key component of Nord Quantique’s roadmap.

Education and experience requirements :

Master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, Physics, or a related field.
Minimum of 8 years of experience leading software development projects in a R&D or industrial setting.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in quantum-adjacent software development.
Experience scaling and maturing software products, from initial design and prototyping to stable, fully deployed solutions.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Overall understanding of the quantum computing software stack.
Strong understanding of scalable, maintainable system design and modern software architecture.
Expertise in Python.
Fluent in English.
Intermediate knowledge of French, an asset.

Sought profile:

Ability to prioritize and allocate development resources effectively.
Ability to collaborate in an interdisciplinary environment.
Ability to build, mentor, and lead a collaborative software development team.
Ability to build, embody and communicate Nord Quantique’s vision
Leadership grounded in empathy and respect for individual growth.
Clear and inclusive communication across diverse technical teams.
Comfort managing multiple projects and aligning execution with evolving priorities.
Strong ability to maintain a high-level vision of the various modules within Nord Quantique’s software stack.
Commitment to advancing quantum computing and building meaningful technology.

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Eastern Townships

Salary: 166 000$ – 205 000$
Vacation: 5 weeks/year
Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)
Working language: English and French (an asset)
Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Theoretical Quantum Physicist

Theoretical Quantum Physicist

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

We are actively seeking a talented individual to contribute to devising pathways to bridge the gap between the requirements for large-scale fault-tolerant quantum computing and our current experimental implementation of quantum error correction based on bosonic codes. To achieve this ambitious goal, we are in search of an innovative candidate who will join our theory and simulation team.

Your responsibilities within this role include:

Design of bosonic error-correction and computation schemes: Your primary task will involve exploiting all the rich physics of bosonic qubits to design better error-correcting protocols to scale more efficiently toward fault-tolerant quantum computing. This includes designing new error-correcting codes as well as improving the physical implementation of existing codes. You will also investigate ways to improve computation schemes using bosonic qubits.
Numerical simulation of large-scale quantum circuits: Simulating realistic noise models and control strategies in large-scale quantum circuits is a challenging task. This will necessitate innovative problem-solving to scale our simulation abilities.
Software Development: You will contribute to the development of essential code to bolster our research and development tools.
Collaboration: In our collaborative work environment, you will have the opportunity to engage in mission-critical projects that involve collaborations across all teams in Nord Quantique. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are required, as you will be an integral part of a team-driven approach to problem-solving.

Sought expertise:

Academic and/or industry research experience in quantum computing or adjacent fields,
Experience in coding and numerical research,
Strong organizational skills are essential, as you will likely work on complex projects with multiple components,
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred expertise:

Experience in one or more of the following fields is an asset: practical near-term implementations of quantum error correction, quantum error correction and fault tolerant quantum computation, bosonic quantum error correcting codes, circuit quantum electrodynamics, near-term and fault-tolerant quantum algorithms, quantum control.
Experience with software development and software best practices is an advantage.
Experience in high-performance computation is beneficial.
Experience working with experimental teams is an asset.

Sought profile

Adaptability: The candidate should be able to adapt to rapidly changing environments, as the goals and priorities in the context of a deep tech startup are dynamic and evolving.
Team-Oriented Mindset: Collaboration is key in scientific and quantum computing research, so a team-oriented mindset is highly valued.
Thorough and Systematic: Attention to detail, thoroughness, and a systematic approach to problem-solving are crucial in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the results and conclusions.
Prioritization and Coordination: The ability to prioritize tasks and coordinate actions is essential, especially when working on complex projects with multiple stakeholders.

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $115,000 – $135,000

Benefits: 5 weeks of vacation, Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English and/or French

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7, or Ax.c, Place Victoria, 800 Rue du Square-Victoria, Montreal, Quebec, H3C 0B4

Quantum Applications Scientist – Applications Team - Level 2

Quantum Applications Scientist – Applications Team – Level 2

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

We are seeking a Quantum Applications Scientist to join our growing Applications team. In this role, you will drive the development of near-term quantum applications tailored to our bosonic hardware platform. You will engage with industrial and academic partners to identify high-value use cases, benchmark them via simulation and hardware execution, and help define how our technology delivers practical utility.

Your work will span from quantum algorithm design to compilation, optimization, and simulation, in close collaboration with both internal experimental teams and external stakeholders. You will contribute to developing new hybrid continuous-variable/discrete-variable (CV-DV) quantum algorithms that match our platform’s unique strengths.

Key Responsibilities

Contribute to and lead internal projects focused on quantum applications for domains such as chemistry, materials science optimization and other.
Develop and adapt algorithms for our bosonic qubit platform, including hybrid CV-DV methods.
Compile high-level quantum circuits down to pulse-level representations and contribute to running experiments on hardware in close collaboration with the experimental team.
Simulate quantum circuits under realistic noise models using internal tools for performance/resource estimation.
Collaborate with external partners to co-design use cases and benchmark them across classical and quantum platforms.
Contribute to internal tooling for simulation, algorithm analysis, and performance benchmarking.

Sought expertise:

MSc in physics, computer science, mathematics, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
Expertise in Quantum Algorithms and NISQ Devices: Demonstrated proficiency in exploring near-term applications on noisy quantum processors (NISQ algorithms) is a significant asset, as this constitutes the primary focus of the open position.

Experience in Bosonic Systems: Prior experience in working with bosonic systems and bosonic codes, or more generally with continuous variable quantum computing. This provides a deeper understanding of the capabilities and limitations of our quantum processors.

Preferred expertise:

Experience in one or more of the following areas will be considered an asset:

Practical near-term implementations of quantum error correction, quantum error correction and fault-tolerant quantum computation, bosonic quantum error-correcting codes
Applying quantum computing to fields like quantum chemistry, material science, and optimization problems.
High-performance computation.
Working with experimental teams.
Familiarity with coding best practices to support research and development tools.
Hybrid continuous-variable/discrete-variable (CV-DV) quantum algorithms.
Variational algorithms and quantum/classical optimization techniques.
Analog-style quantum applications (e.g., near-analog simulations, Hamiltonian engineering).
Quantum simulation and benchmarking, especially in noisy environments.
Quantum compilation, including gate synthesis, scheduling, and pulse-level optimization.

Sought profile

Adaptability: The candidate should be able to adapt to rapidly changing environments, as the goals and priorities in the context of a deep tech startup are dynamic and evolving.
Team-Oriented Mindset: Collaboration is key in scientific and quantum computing research, so a team-oriented mindset is highly valued.
Thorough and Systematic: Attention to detail, thoroughness, and a systematic approach to problem-solving are crucial in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the results and conclusions.
Prioritization and Coordination: The ability to prioritize tasks and coordinate actions is essential, especially when working on complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
Organizational and Communication Skills: Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Effective written and verbal communication skills in English for collaboration and conveying findings.

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $149,000 – $175,000

Benefits: 5 weeks of vacation, Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English and/or French

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7, or Ax.c, Place Victoria, 800 Rue du Square-Victoria, Montreal, Quebec, H3C 0B4

Software Developer

Software Developer
( permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

We are building internal software tools to implement the next stage of our quantum processor development roadmap. These tools are located at different levels of our software stack, ranging from the definition of a high-level quantum algorithm to the execution of a pulse sequence on our processors in our laboratories. With this in mind, we are looking for a talented individual to contribute to the development of various modules. This person must be able to program rigorously and efficiently in order to implement high-performance, robust features at all levels of our stack. Working with other members of our Software team, they will help to develop our software infrastructure in parallel with our increasingly complex physical systems.

We are looking for an exceptional individual who is eager to implement software solutions in the highly dynamic and interdisciplinary environment of a quantum computing startup. The person will need to draw on their strong communication skills to engage with colleagues in order to understand their needs and ensure that software tools are used to their full potential.

Working in close collaboration with the other members of the Software Team, the candidate will:

Analyze functional and technical requirements in collaboration with stakeholders
Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software tools
Perform code reviews with respect to best coding practices
Implement and maintain unit tests to ensure the quality of software tools
Identify and fix bugs
Contribute to software architecture design decisions and technology choices
Write appropriate documentation

Education and experience requirements :

BSc in computer science, computer science engineering, software engineering or physics, or a related field
At least 4 years of experience in software development in industry
Experience working in a scientific field or a R&D company, an asset

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Expertise in Python programming
Knowledge of good coding practices
Advanced level of English (to communicate with members of the team coming from international recruitment)

Any combination of the following areas of expertise would be a good complement to the team’s current skills and will be considered an asset:

Experience in database design and management (no matter the framework), an asset
Experience in distributed systems design, an asset
Experience with Kubernetes, hybrid cloud and/or private cloud, an asset
Experience with DevOps, an asset
Experience in compiler development and/or DSL, an asset
Experience in Rust and/or Golang programming, an asset
Experience with development of software interacting with control electronics and/or lab instruments, an asset
Experience with development of software in an industrial setting, an asset
Experience developing GUIs or interactive application software, an asset

Sought profile:

Motivation and ability to produce code efficiently
Strong team spirit and determination to cooperate and share knowledge with the team
Scientific curiosity and ability to step outside one’s comfort zone
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills in order to achieve team goals
Ability to learn new programming languages and/or new development tools when necessary

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $114,500 – $167,500
Vacation: 5 weeks per year
Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)
Working language: English and/or French
Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7, or Ax.c, Place Victoria, 800 Rue du Square-Victoria, Montreal, Quebec, H3C 0B4

Associate Quantum Hardware Physicist – L1

Associate Quantum Hardware Physicist – L1
( permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an exceptional individual with a strong track record of experimental work in quantum computing with superconducting circuits. This person will assist our team in developing and scaling up our technology.

The Quantum Hardware Team operates as the end user at the heart of Nord Quantique, responsible for delivering improved quantum processor performance integrated into larger systems.

More specifically, this individual will contribute to experimental campaigns that push our hardware capabilities and continuously deepen our understanding of the science behind it. The person will develop new methods and hardware.

Working in close collaboration with Quantum Theory, EM Design and Software teams, the candidate will:

Lead and execute experimental projects to push hardware capabilities
Perform measurements to benchmark quantum error correction and gate performance
Implement novel quantum error correction codes and gate schemes with Quantum Theory team
Generate and validate calibration routines to improve performance
Digest scientific data and feedback to the EM Design and Quantum Theory teams

Education and experience requirements :

PhD or MS + 2 years experience in experimental physics

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Experimental quantum computing in any hardware platform
RF and pulsed measurement of qubits
Analysis of experimental data
Advanced level in English, to communicate with international team members
Circuit QED, an asset
Python know-how and git best practices, an asset
Intermediate knowledge of French, an asset

Sought profile:

Detailed and meticulous worker
Team-oriented mindset
Clear and concise technical communicator
Adaptability to changing priorities

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $105 000 – $122 000

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English and/or French

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Quantum Hardware Physicist – L2

Quantum Hardware Physicist – L2
(permanent position, 40 hours per week)
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

The Quantum Hardware Team operates as the end user at the heart of Nord Quantique, responsible for delivering improved quantum processor performance integrated into larger systems.

More specifically, this individual will lead experimental campaigns to push our hardware capabilities and continuously deepen our understanding of the science behind it. The person will develop new methods and hardware through a strong interaction with our theory, design and experimental teams.

Working in close collaboration with Quantum Theory, EM Design and Software teams, the candidate will:

Define, lead, and manage experimental campaigns to push hardware capabilities
Perform measurements to benchmark quantum error correction and gate performance
Implement novel quantum error correction codes and gate schemes with Quantum Theory team
Generate and validate calibration routines to improve performance
Digest scientific data and feedback to the EM Design and Quantum Theory teams

Education and experience requirements :

PhD in experimental physics – quantum computing, superconducting circuits or related field
1- 5 years experience in industry (including postdoc)

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Led experimental campaigns
Circuit QED
RF and pulsed measurement of qubits
Advanced level in English, to communicate with international team members
Bosonic codes, an asset
Practical understanding of quantum error correction, an asset
Familiarity with designing superconducting circuits, an asset
Quantum gate calibration and benchmarking, an asset
Python know-how and git best practices, an asset
Intermediate knowledge of French, an asset

Sought profile:

Strong critical thinking
Team-oriented mindset
Clear and concise technical communicator
Adaptability to changing priorities

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $128 000 – $150 000

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English and/or French

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Senior Quantum Hardware Physicist – L3

Senior Quantum Hardware Physicist – L3
( permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

The Quantum Hardware Team operates as the end user at the heart of Nord Quantique, responsible for delivering improved quantum processor performance integrated into larger systems.

Working in close collaboration with Quantum Theory, EM Design and Software teams, the candidate will:

Define, lead, and manage experimental campaigns to deliver roadmap thrusts
Perform measurements to benchmark quantum error correction and gate performance
Implement novel quantum error correction codes and gate schemes with Quantum Theory team
Propose, generate and validate calibration routines to improve performance
Digest scientific data and feedback to the EM Design and Quantum Theory teams
Onboard and mentor team members

Education and experience requirements :

PhD in experimental physics – quantum computing, superconducting circuits or related field
Minimum 5 years experience in industry (including postdoc)

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Led and delivered experimental campaigns
Circuit QED
Practical understanding of quantum error correction
Python know-how and git best practices
Advanced level in English, to communicate with international team members
Bosonic codes, an asset
Familiarity with designing superconducting circuits, an asset
Quantum gate calibration and benchmarking, an asset
Intermediate knowledge of French, an asset

Sought profile:

Strong technical vision
Team-oriented mindset
Clear and concise technical communicator
Adaptability to changing priorities
Proven technical mentor

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $149 000 – $175 000

Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English and/or French

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Recruiter

Recruiter
( permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our needs

As Nord Quantique continues to grow, we are strengthening our talent acquisition capabilities to support the hiring of highly specialized talent across scientific, engineering, and operational domains. Delivering a consistent and high-quality hiring experience is a key component of building a successful team and supporting the company’s long-term objectives.

We are looking for a Recruiter to play a central role in executing Nord Quantique’s growth activities. This role will contribute to ensuring that hiring processes are structured, efficient, and aligned with Nord Quantique’s standards, while delivering an engaging candidate experience.

Working closely with the Head of Talent Acquisition and HR team, the Recruiter will support the execution of recruitment processes and progressively contribute to sourcing and pipeline development, helping the organization attract and integrate diverse talent. This will be realized by building an engaging candidate experience and acting as a key point of interaction between candidates and the organization.

The role

The Recruiter will support the execution and continuous improvement of Nord Quantique’s hiring processes. Working in close collaboration with the Head of talent acquisition and HR team, the candidate will:

Manage the end-to-end coordination of recruitment processes, including interview scheduling, candidate follow-ups, and process tracking.

Ensure a high-quality and consistent candidate experience throughout all stages of the hiring process.
Act as the primary point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process and ensure clear and timely communication with candidates and hiring teams
Support hiring and technical teams by ensuring that interview processes are structured, documented, and seamlessly tracked.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate data within the ATS and recruitment tools.
Contribute to the development and improvement of recruitment processes and documentation.
Support sourcing activities, with an increasing focus on outbound sourcing and pipeline development over time.
Participate in recruitment events and initiatives, in collaboration with the talent acquisition team and Marketing when required.
Act as a key operational partner to reduce the recruitment load on technical teams.

Education and experience requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, science, engineering, or any related field.
3–6 years of experience in recruitment, preferably in technical or technology-driven environments.
Experience supporting or managing recruitment processes in a structured and fast-paced environment.
Experience working with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment tools.
Experience recruiting for technical roles is strongly preferred. Quantum computing recruitment experience is an asset.
Experience in deep-tech or research-driven environments is an asset.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Strong understanding of recruitment processes and candidate lifecycle management.
Familiarity with technical recruiting environments and the ability to understand hiring needs across engineering, research and support roles.
Knowledge of sourcing techniques, including outbound sourcing methods.
Ability to manage and maintain accurate recruitment data and reporting tools.
Understanding of structured interview processes and evaluation frameworks.
Familiarity with ATS platforms and recruitment tools.
Bilingual English/French is preferred.

Sought profile:

Ability to communicate effectively with candidates and hiring managers in a technical environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to process rigour and execution quality.
Ability to deliver a high-quality and engaging candidate experience, reflecting Nord Quantique’s standards and culture.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust with candidates and interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to clearly and effectively communicate complex or technical roles to candidates.
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple recruitment processes simultaneously.
Proactive and reliable, with a focus on reducing operational load for other teams.
Ability to operate in a fast-growing and evolving organization.
Strong alignment with Nord Quantique’s mission and collaborative culture.

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Salary: $81,500 – $95,000

Benefits: 5 weeks of vacation, Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Working language: English and/or French (bilingualism is an asset)

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

Infrastructure & Project Manager

Infrastructure & Project Manager
( permanent position, 40 hours per week )
Contact: (819) 975-4654, career@nordquantique.ca

About Nord Quantique

Our current needs

We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure & Project Manager to take ownership of the design and construction of our current facility projects, while playing a key role in the definition, planning, and execution of future facilities and expansions.

This role will act as the company’s technical and engineering lead for facility development, managing external engineering firms and construction partners, and ensuring that both ongoing and future projects are aligned with operational needs, regulatory requirements, budget constraints, and long-term business objectives.

Future needs

As the company continues to grow, this role will evolve from managing individual facility projects to becoming a key contributor to long-term infrastructure and capacity planning. Beyond current construction activities, the Infrastructure & Project Manager will play a central role in anticipating future operational needs, translating them into scalable facility concepts, and ensuring that engineering decisions made today support tomorrow’s growth.

Working in close collaboration with cross-functional teams and corporate leadership, the candidate will:

Act as the primary engineering interface between internal teams, external engineering firms, and construction partners

Collaborate with operations, manufacturing, R&D, EHS, quality, and finance teams to translate business and technical needs into facility requirements

Engage with corporate leadership to align facility projects with strategic objectives, investment priorities, and long-term growth plans

Support decision-making by providing clear technical assessments, risk evaluations, and project status updates

Ensure effective communication and coordination across teams throughout all phases of facility design and construction

Education and experience requirements:

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)

6 to 9 years of experience in facility development, engineering project management, or construction supervision

Demonstrated experience working with and managing external engineering firms

Experience overseeing multi-disciplinary engineering and construction projects

Sought expertise and knowledge:

Strong knowledge of facility design and construction principles, from conceptual design through commissioning

Solid understanding of multi-disciplinary engineering: civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, HVAC, utilities, and building systems

Ability to review, challenge, and approve engineering deliverables produced by external engineering firms

Expertise in managing capital projects, including scope definition, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management

Strong understanding of contractor management, tendering processes, and change control

Ability to identify design or construction risks early and implement mitigation strategies

Working knowledge of applicable building codes, standards, and regulations

Ability to act as the technical authority between internal teams, engineering firms, contractors, and authorities

Sought profile:

Strong technical leadership and decision-making skills

Strong sense of organization, accountability, and attention to detail

Practical, solution-oriented mindset in a dynamic environment

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Working at Nord Quantique

Moving to Nord Quantique

Nord Quantique offers extensive moving support, including help with immigration paperwork, with finding a place to live, with access to childcare and schools, including helping your partner to find a new job. We offer a relocation compensation package and competitive salaries.

Salary: $102,500 – $120,000
Vacation: 5 weeks per year
Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)
Working language: English and French
Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7

General Application

General Application

Our current needs

We are scaling our activities alongside our quantum processors. In this effort we are looking for an exceptional individual with a strong track record of experimental work in the field of quantum computing with superconducting circuits. This person will assist our team in the development and scaling up of our technology.

Sought expertise

PhD experience in working in experimental physics with superconducting circuits
Proven experience in leading experimental campaigns and sub-teams
Proven ability to design, characterize and push the performances of superconducting circuits
Deep knowledge of experimental techniques related to the characterization of superconducting circuits including qubit spectroscopy and state-of-the-art time-domain techniques
Good understanding of the theoretical concepts behind superconducting circuits
Ability to program experiments in python-based environments