Senior Wafer-Scale Cryogenic Probing Engineer

Overview

Microsoft Quantum unites a talented and diverse international team working to create the world’s first scalable quantum computing system. Our full-stack approach advances innovation across the quantum computing stack—from fundamental physics and hardware to software, applications, and cloud integration—with the aim of addressing problems beyond the reach of today’s computers.

In this role, you will help shape transformative technology while collaborating with theoretical and experimental physicists, hardware designers, and software engineers around the world. Our Denmark lab is seeking a Senior Wafer-Scale Cryogenic Probing Engineer specializing in cryogenic and mechanical systems for 1.5 K cryogenic device measurements. You will perform hands-on hardware work, maintain and troubleshoot cryogenic setups and instrumentation, and support 1.5 K measurement activities.

In this role, you will help deliver reliable wafer scale cryogenic measurement capabilities for the Microsoft Quantum program. You will commission, maintain, and troubleshoot cryogenic hardware systems; integrate and validate cryogenic hardware and instrumentation; and support device measurements and smooth lab operations. Your hands-on experience with cryogenic systems, electronics, and hardware diagnostics will enable you to identify and resolve issues efficiently.

Working closely with software, engineering, and supplier teams, you will improve procedures, documentation, inventory management, and safety practices. A practical, collaborative, and methodical approach will help you succeed in this rapidly evolving technology environment.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain and utilize wafer-scale cryogenic hardware systems for quantum device screening and measurement
• Diagnose, track and resolve hardware issues in cryogenic setups (e.g., ground loops, wiring faults, or system-level failures)
• Integrate and validate hardware components such as wiring, connectors, filters, and measurement instrumentation for data acquisition.
• Assist in 1.5 K measurement execution and collaborate with software and engineering teams to support robust and reliable lab operations
• Design and build AI agents/copilots to document procedures, hardware configurations, and maintenance activities for knowledge sharing and reproducibility.
• Manage and track hardware inventory: and coordinate procurement and restocking.
• Uphold and improve safety standards and practices in the cryogenic lab environment
• Embody our culture and values

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Master’s or higher degree in Physics, Electronic Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Hands-on experience with cryogenic systems for electronic characterization.
• Proven troubleshooting and diagnostic skills for hardware and measurement setups.
• Proficiency in Python (or similar) for measurement automation and Git for version control and documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and communicate technical findings clearly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CAD (computer-aided design for circuits or hardware) for hardware layout or system integration.
• Experience with device physics and quantum transport measurements.
• Experience managing hardware inventory and procurement processes in a lab environment
• Familiarity with quantum measurement workflows
• Experience with AI and agentic frameworks.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
• Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
• Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide either proof of their country of citizenship or proof of their U.S. permanent residency or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate’s citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable.

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Quantum Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across Denmark is kr 715,600.00 - kr 1,201,100.00 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.

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https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/corporate-pay/denmark-corporate-pay.html

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.

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Locations

• Denmark, Copenhagen, Kongens Lyngby