Quantum Superconducting Materials Engineer

GlobalFoundries Fab8 is seeking an experienced R&D cryogenic / superconducting materials engineer to become part of our Quantum Advanced Packaging team. The primary responsibility of this position is to own development, selection, and integration of cryogenic and superconducting materials enabling high-performance, scalable quantum packaging technologies from concept through manufacturing.

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Job Summary

GlobalFoundries Fab8 is seeking an experienced R&D cryogenic / superconducting materials engineer to become part of our Quantum Advanced Packaging team.  The primary responsibility of this position is to own development, selection, and integration of cryogenic and superconducting materials enabling high-performance, scalable quantum packaging technologies from concept through manufacturing.

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Lead selection and development of materials systems for cryogenic and superconducting packaging, including:
  • Superconducting metals (Nb, Al, NbN, etc.)
  • Interconnect materials (In, Cu, Sn-based systems)
  • Dielectric, substrate, and bonding interface materials
• Establish material schemes compatible with millikelvin–cryogenic operating environments
• Evaluate material suitability for:
  • Electrical conductivity / superconductivity
  • Thermal conductivity / isolation
  • Mechanical robustness under cryogenic cycling
• Drive integration of materials into 2D, 2.5D, and 3D advanced packaging architectures.
• Define material stacks and interfaces across:
  • BEOL / RDL layers
  • Interposers and TSVs
  • Bump and bonding interfaces
• Ensure compatibility of materials with process flows, tools, and downstream assembly operations.
• Own materials-related process integration from early development through prototyping and qualification.
• Drive process development, optimization, and control plans for deposition, plating, bonding, and surface preparation.
• Enable smooth movement of prototypes and development lots across fab and assembly workflows.
• Develop deep understanding of temperature-dependent material properties including:
  • Superconducting transitions
  • Electrical resistivity and RF loss
  • Thermal transport behavior
  • Mechanical stress/CTE mismatch
• Define and utilize characterization methods (electrical, thermal, structural) to evaluate materials performance.
• Correlate material behavior with device- and system-level performance impacts.
• Identify and analyze failure mechanisms, including:
  • Delamination and interface failure
  • Diffusion / intermetallic formation
  • Stress-induced cracking during thermal cycling
• Develop material solutions and process mitigations to enhance reliability.
• Drive long-term reliability strategies for cryogenic operation.
• Develop materials solutions that:
  • Improve yield and process robustness
  • Reduce cycle time and cost
• Partner with integration teams to ensure scalable and manufacturable material choices.
• Work directly with material suppliers and equipment vendors to:
  • Evaluate new materials (e.g., superconducting films, hybrid materials)
  • Define material specifications and qualifications
• Collaborate with OSATs and partners to enable wafer-level and die-level integration flows.
• Interface across:
  • Interconnect / bump / TSV / assembly integration teams
  • Device / qubit / system engineering teams
• Enable co-optimization of materials + process + system architecture.
• Drive development of next-generation materials for scalable quantum systems, including:
  • Superconducting interconnect stacks
  • Cryogenic-compatible dielectrics and bonding materials
• Contribute to APPC quantum packaging roadmap and capability build-out.
• Track and evaluate emerging materials and integration schemes.
• Generate:
  • Material specifications and process guidelines
  • Integration documentation and characterization reports
• Communicate results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support IP generation, publications, and conference outputs.
• Define materials strategy across multiple quantum platforms and customers.
• Lead external technical engagements (e.g., R&D consortia, suppliers, quantum customers).
• Mentor engineers and establish materials selection frameworks and best practices.

Other Responsibilities: 

• Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and support all Environmental, Health, Safety & Security requirements and programs. 
• Take part in hiring of other Advanced Packaging team members in Singapore. 
• Mentor and guide new hires to assume their roles and responsibilities. 
• Other duties as assigned by manager. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Education – Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related field from an accredited degree program. 
• MS degree with at least 15 years of prior related work experience. 
• Must have at least an overall 3.0 GPA and proven good academic standing. 
• Language Fluency - English (Written & Verbal). 
• Travel - Up to 20%. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Education – PhD education level preferred with at least 12 years of prior related work experience. 
• Demonstrated prior leadership experience in the workplace, school projects, competitions, etc.  
• Project management skills, i.e. the ability to innovate and execute on solutions that matter; the ability to navigate ambiguity.   
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.   
• Strong planning & organizational skills. 

Additional Information

GlobalFoundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard. As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities. All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks, medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.

Expected Salary Range

$143,000.00 - $247,000.00

The exact Salary will be determined based on qualifications, experience and location.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. 

An offer with GlobalFoundries is conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations. 

GlobalFoundries is fully committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and believes that cultural diversity within the company enhances its business potential. GlobalFoundries goal of excellence in business necessitates the attraction and retention of highly qualified people. Artificial barriers and stereotypic biases detract from this objective and may be illegally discriminatory. 

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