Nanofabrication backend Internship
Alice & Bob
Software Engineering
Aubervilliers, France
Posted on Dec 15, 2025
Alice & Bob is developing the first universal, fault-tolerant quantum computer to solve the world’s hardest problems.
The quantum computer we envision building is based on a new kind of superconducting qubit: the Schrödinger cat qubit 🐈⬛. In comparison to other superconducting platforms, cat qubits have the astonishing ability to implement quantum error correction autonomously!
We're a diverse team of 140+ brilliant minds from over 20 countries united by a single goal: to revolutionise computing with a practical fault-tolerant quantum machine. Are you ready to take on unprecedented challenges and contribute to revolutionising technology? Join us, and let's shape the future of quantum computing together!
As part of the Quantum Hardware department, the “nanofabrication backend” team will play a pivotal role in operating and developing the “backend of line” used for manufacturing Alice&Bob Quantum Processor.
Technically, this encompasses: Room temperature electrical testing, Dicing, Optical inspection and Wirebonding of chips inside sample holders
About the role :
As an intern in the Nanofabrication Backend Team, you will contribute to bring into reality the Quantum Processor Unit (QPU) designs imagined by the company. During this 6-month internship, you’ll support the nanofabrication back-end team in daily lab activities. You’ll collaborate with engineers and researchers, learning how state-of-the-art quantum devices are designed, fabricated, and characterized.
A key focus of your internship will be the implementation of automated optical inspection on the circuits, to improve quality of the QPU.
This project covers the integration of a newly acquired automated microscope in the lab, the development of the automation recipes, the formalization of a classification of defects, and the work.
This internship starts in March 2026, for a duration of 5 months at least.
Responsabilities:
- Contribute in the day-to-day lab activities of the team (electrical testing, dicing, inspection, wire-bonding)
- Develop and optimize optical measurement protocols to evaluate chip quality and viability, enriching the existing classification of defects
- Develop or adapt analysis scripts (using the software package delivered with the microscope and Python) to automate image processing
- Automate chip sorting and yield/performance indicators extraction
- Implement optical inspection in Failure Analysis process
- Formalize protocols (SOP), writing follow-up reports, and regularly presenting progress to the research and development team
Requirements:
- Educational Background:
- Enrolled in master degree in software engineering, computer vision, semiconductors, or equivalent
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in physics, optics, nanotechnology, instrumentation, or a related field
- Technical Skills:
- Practical knowledge of optical systems, microscopy, and handling of measurement instrumentation.
- Good working knowledge of Python
- Key Competencies:
- Meticulous and patient
- Ability to document experiments, interpret results, and propose quantitative improvements.
- Interest in applied research, proactive approach to process optimization, and interest in the automation of experimental tasks.
- Communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Benefits:
- 1 day off per month
- Half of transportation cost coverage (as per French law)
- Meal vouchers with Swile, as well as access to a fully equipped and regularly stocked kitchen
Research shows that women might feel hesitant to apply for this job if they don't match 100% of the job requirements listed. This list is a guide, and we'd love to receive your application even if you think you're only a partial match. We are looking to build teams that innovate, not just tick boxes on a job spec.
You will join of one of the most innovative startups in France at an early stage, to be part of a passionate and friendly team on its mission to build the first universal quantum computer!
We love to share and learn from one another, so you will be certain to innovate, develop new ideas, and have the space to grow.