Jobs at IQM Quantum Computers

Develop and refine single- and two-qubit gates for superconducting processors; build calibration and characterization routines; analyze and improve gate fidelities; collaborate across design, fabrication, software, and theory teams; contribute to quantum error correction; mentor and lead initiatives at the senior level.

Design and implement software for quantum error correction experiments, build data pipelines converting experiment outputs into logical observables, enable modular configurable experiment workflows, support real-time decoding and feedforward, collaborate with researchers to translate needs into testable, maintainable software, and participate in planning and delivery processes.

Develop and test readout and reset techniques for superconducting quantum processors, support mid-circuit and terminal readout experiments, implement qubit reset protocols, contribute to calibration and benchmarking, analyze experimental data, and collaborate across hardware, software, and fabrication teams.

Lead product strategy and roadmaps for IQM Radiance and Spark, define and validate new product concepts and MVPs, prioritize investments, support go-to-market and customer engagements, align cross-functional teams, and develop scalable product management practices for complex on-premises quantum hardware systems.

Lead global PR strategy to position IQM as a leader in quantum computing infrastructure. Translate technical advances into clear narratives, build media and analyst relationships, drive coverage for deployments and partnerships, prepare executives for interviews, manage agencies and comms teams, and coordinate cross-functionally to protect reputation and readiness for crisis communications.

Designs, implements, executes, and analyses quantum error correction experiments on superconducting quantum processors. Develops control‑software features, models error processes, evaluates QEC protocols and decoders, and collaborates across experimental, theoretical, and software teams to advance fault‑tolerant quantum computing.

Develop and maintain Qrisp quantum programming framework: design high-level quantum abstractions, implement and optimize compilation pipeline components, implement quantum algorithms, integrate hardware backends, write documentation and examples, engage with open-source community, and ensure code quality via testing, CI, and benchmarking across international teams.

Own uptime and performance of assigned semiconductor tools: maintenance, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, upgrades, safety, documentation, and continuous improvement in coordination with production, QPU teams, and facilities. Execute change control and deviation monitoring to meet production and technology roadmap targets.

Hands-on calibration and benchmarking of superconducting QPUs: develop and optimize calibration protocols, analyze experimental data to find bottlenecks, iterate with design and fabrication teams, support automated tune-up software and QPU deployment, and collaborate across hardware and software teams to improve system-level performance.

Develop and improve calibration logic and scalable calibration graphs for QPUs. Design, run, and analyze calibration experiments, implement software tools for automation, and collaborate across teams to support future chip architectures.

Develop, analyze, and implement quantum error-correcting codes and decoding algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum computing. Design fault-tolerant operations (e.g., lattice surgery), implement and optimize decoders in Python/C/C++/Rust (potential FPGA deployment), perform resource estimation and scalability analysis, collaborate with hardware and software teams, and publish research in scientific venues.

Design, optimize, and implement quantum error-correcting codes, fault-tolerant protocols, and decoders. Develop and benchmark QEC simulations, run experiments on IQM hardware, build software libraries, integrate QEC into systems, collaborate across hardware/software/research teams, and publish research guiding QEC technical direction.

Develop embedded firmware and FPGA IP for quantum error correction: implement C/assembly on FPGA softcores, design and simulate HDL blocks, evaluate decoders, benchmark latency and throughput, and coordinate interfaces with hardware and software teams.

Lead product direction for IQM Radiance and Spark across hardware, cryogenics, control electronics, software, and system performance. Define requirements, prioritize development, translate technical concepts for customers, support procurements, develop roadmaps, and coordinate R&D, engineering, sales, and customers to deliver and launch complex quantum systems.

Build, improve, and monitor CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure for QPU access. Maintain Linux servers, write automation and scripts, manage containers, implement IaC, monitor systems with Prometheus/Grafana, support release management, and uphold software security controls.

Lead global commercial partner strategy to expand market adoption, close multi-million-dollar co-development and distribution deals, integrate IQM hardware into HPC and sovereign infrastructures, manage alliances and cross-functional delivery, and scale a distributed partnerships team.

Open application inviting candidates to submit contact details, CV, and a letter of interest. IQM will proactively review submissions and share profiles with hiring teams, contacting applicants only if a suitable match is found. Applications must be submitted through the website.

Own and improve wafer fabrication processes in a cleanroom: operate tools, optimize and control processes, design DOE experiments, troubleshoot production issues, produce technical reports, and collaborate with Production, Materials, Equipment, and vendors to improve QPU fabrication and ensure safety and quality.

Lead development and integration of quantum optimization algorithms into hybrid classical-quantum workflows. Design, implement, simulate, benchmark, and run experiments on algorithms and QPUs. Build scalable software libraries, collaborate with hardware and research teams, publish results, support customer proofs-of-concept, produce documentation, and mentor colleagues.

Develop and improve QPU calibration methods for QEC by implementing, executing, and analyzing QEC benchmarks and experiments. Build quantum operations (readout, reset, leakage reduction), contribute to quantum control software and calibration workflows, define technology-stack requirements, report results, and collaborate with cross-functional teams while mentoring junior members.