Layout Automation Developer Intern

We are seeking a Layout Automation Engineering Intern in our Brooklyn Park, MN location.

This internship will explore solutions that will help us automate and accelerate our physical layout of ion traps and related chips. This position will perform a capability assessment and work with the team to develop test cases to demonstrate new capabilities as well as identify gaps where solutions are needed.

• Explore Layout automation tools and workflows that can potentially speed up our ion trap layout process. Perform a trade study and develop use cases to demonstrate improvements.
• Work with the layout team to Develop Python and SKILL based automation tools and verify their effectiveness for ion trap layout
• Help with smaller, R&D layout projects whenever possible, and become familiar with our design through tapeout process

• Currently enrolled and pursuing undergraduate or graduate degree with graduation date on/after 2027
• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person. defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

• 3+ years computer programming experience in Python, C/C++, Cadence SKILL scripting, TCL/TK or other programming languages strongly preferred
• Exposure to EDA/CAD-based tools and methodologies preferred
• Currently pursuing a Masters in electrical engineering, physics, mathematics or computer science preferred
• Experience performing semiconductor or MEMS photolithography mask layout using Cadence Cadence Virtuoso, L-Edit, k-layout or Synopsis tools
• Hierarchal physical layout design practices
• Experience in automation, machine learning and generative AI tools for programming and workflow development
• Experience with layout of electronic, photonic and MEMS devices

$27 - $39 an hour

The pay range for this role is $27 - $39 per hour. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

• For candidates located outside of this state, this role will include a housing stipend of $500 per check/bi-weekly
• A competitive market rate and innovative, game-changing work
• Flexible work schedule
• Employee discounts

Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company delivering a full stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. With active engagements spanning pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, government, industrial sectors, and leading academic and research institutions worldwide, we are helping organizations unlock the transformative potential of quantum computing.

Our global team of more than 800 employees includes many of the world's leading scientists, engineers, and researchers, with more than 70% of our technology team holdingadvanced degrees at the Master's or PhD level. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, Quantinuum operates across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Singapore.

By joining Quantinuum, you’ll help shape the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

We believe our people are our greatest strength and offer a comprehensive rewards package that supports your professional growth, well-being, and long-term success.

Quantinuum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with…