Field Engineer, Cryogenics & RF Hardware

Job overview

The Field Engineer, Cryogenics & RF Hardware role is onsite in Berkeley, CA, with assignments at customer facilities worldwide. The stated base salary is $115,000–$140,000 per year. The role supports Rigetti’s Engineering Operations team as it advances quantum hardware and computing systems. This engineer operates, maintains, validates, and troubleshoots cryogenic infrastructure and RF hardware to help ensure reliable performance of Rigetti systems deployed at customer sites. The work includes hands-on system debugging, installation and testing, customer coordination, and required international travel of 35% or more.

What you'll do

• Test, validate, and debug custom RF control systems
• operate and troubleshoot dilution refrigerators, cryogenic and vacuum systems
• perform helium leak detection and pump rebuilds
• assemble, validate, and install electro-mechanical, cryogenic, vacuum, and RF assemblies
• contribute to test plans and validation testing
• prepare quantum chip assemblies
• follow and improve operating procedures
• support customers and participate in an on-call rotation. International travel of 35% or more is required.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

field engineer

cryogenics

rf hardware

quantum computing

berkeley ca

rigetti computing

full-time

onsite

international travel

on-call rotation

$115k–$140k per year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Equity, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), paid parental leave, rejuvenation days, and vacation policy.

Why this role

Hands-on dilution refrigerator experience is required; the role supports systems deployed at customer facilities worldwide and requires international travel.

About the employer

Rigetti Computing is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.