Quantum Architect, Simulation & Software

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2 Locations
Remote
140K-195K Annually
1-3 Years Experience
Hardware • Manufacturing
The Role
The Quantum Architect will design and develop software tools for simulating quantum architectures and will work with experts to create optimal strategies for error correction and entanglement generation. Responsibilities include maintaining software tools, conducting numerical analyses, and ensuring interoperability across projects. This role requires collaboration with technical teams and managing complex data systems.
Summary Generated by Built In

We believe quantum computing will change everything.  It will have the power to transform the foundations of giant industries that rely on intensive computation.  PsiQuantum is on a mission to build the world’s first useful quantum computer, capable of delivering these transformative results.  We know that means it will need 1 million qubits, error correction, a scalable architecture and a data center footprint.

By harnessing the laws of quantum physics, quantum computers can provide exponential performance increases over today’s most powerful supercomputers, offering the potential for extraordinary advances across a broad range of industries including climate, energy, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, finance, agriculture, transportation, materials design, and many more. 

PsiQuantum is uniquely positioned to deliver on the promise of quantum computing years earlier than our competitors. Our architecture is based on photonics which gives us the ability to produce our components using existing high-volume semiconductor manufacturing processes, the same processes that are today producing billions of chips for telecom and consumer electronics applications. Since photons don’t feel heat, we can take advantage of existing cryogenic cooling systems, the kind that have been operating at facilities like the Stanford Linear Accelerator (SLAC).  And because photons are in fact light, they can move between subsystems at tremendous speed using standard fiber connectivity.

Our team is building a utility scale quantum computer and the software tools needed to build fault tolerant quantum applications. We’re a highly motivated and collaborative group focused on a singular goal - building the world’s first useful quantum computer on the fastest path possible. 

There’s much more work to be done and we are looking for exceptional talent to join us on this extraordinary journey! 

Job Summary:

Quantum architects research and develop architectures for fault tolerant photonic quantum computers, in particular methods for entanglement generation and error correction. Quantum architects in the Simulation team focus on building and running simulations to evaluate the performance of such methods and their integration into a full stack architecture. We are looking for a computational physicist or software engineer to drive the development of the internal software tools and computational techniques used in our simulation efforts, in close collaboration with other technical teams. 

Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain software tools and infrastructure for the simulation of quantum architectures .
  • Work closely with domain experts to explore and develop new ideas.
  • Ensure the interoperability of simulation tools and modeling frameworks across projects, teams and departments.
  • Profile simulation tools and explore and implement more optimal numerical and computational techniques.
  • Run numerical analyses, manage data, and communicate results. 

Experience/Qualifications:

  • Degree in Physics, Math, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering is required. A postgraduate degree related to quantum information or technology is preferred.
  • 3+ years of software engineering experience, preferably in an R&D environment. Knowledge of Python plus a lower-level language is preferred.
  • Proven team player with an ability to collaborate effectively across departments, sites, and time zones.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize and steer projects to completion, and contribute to a fast-moving start-up environment.
  • Experience with numerical simulation techniques, e.g. Monte Carlo methods.
  • Experience with collaborative software development tools and best practices e.g. Gitlab, CICD. 

PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. PsiQuantum does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws.
Note: PsiQuantum will only reach out to you using an official PsiQuantum email address and will never ask you for bank account information as part of the interview process. Please report any suspicious activity to [email protected].

We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.

The range below reflects the minimum and maximum target range for new hire base salary across all US locations. Actual compensation may vary outside of this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to a candidate's qualifications including relevant education and training, competencies, experience, geographic location, and business needs. Base pay is only one part of the total compensation package. Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits. Base pay is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
For a fully qualified candidate, the expected base pay range is: 

Base Pay Range

$140,000$195,000 USD

Top Skills

Python
The Company
HQ: Palo Alto, California
265 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

Quantum computing will be a world-changing technology with the potential to unlock powerful advances in medicine, energy, finance and beyond. At PsiQuantum, we’re focused on building the world’s first useful quantum computer.

A useful quantum computer requires at least 1,000,000 qubits and error correction. We believe photonics is the only path to building a useful quantum computer.

Our team at PsiQuantum is a mix of quantum physicists, semiconductor, systems, and software engineers, system architects and more. Error correction is at the centre of everything we do; and we focus on solving real-world problems.

If you’re interested in joining our team, we are always open to hearing from exceptional people interested in working on one of the defining technologies of our lifetime.

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