Quantum Software Engineer - Error Correction

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Chicago, IL
In-Office
125K-160K
Mid level
Greentech
The Role
The role focuses on designing and optimizing error correcting codes for quantum computing, performing theoretical research, and collaborating with physicists.
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PLEASE NOTEWe don't anticipate interviewing for this position until Fall 2025, with an expected start date in Q1 2026.

Job Summary

The newly hired QECT is responsible for designing and optimizing error correcting codes (QECs) for experimental quantum computing devices, modeling and analyzing QEC schemes, and advancing the understanding of QEC.

PLEASE NOTE: We don't anticipate to start interviewing or hiring this position until September or October of 2024

Job Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities outlined below include essential functions of the role. Depending on business needs, this role may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned:

  • Identify and pursue research that advances the understanding of QEC theory, techniques, and implementation in experimental quantum computing devices
  • Develop and optimize QEC protocols tailored to experimental gate-based quantum computing devices, with a primary focus on neutral atom platforms
  • Use mathematical models and numerical simulations to analyze the behavior and performance of QEC protocols
  • Develop and implement custom QEC decoders
  • Contribute to the identification and mitigation of noise processes in quantum systems
  • Collaborate with experimental physicists and software engineers to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical implementation
  • Communicate and interpret cutting-edge research in both theory and experiment with colleagues
  • Engage with the broader scientific community by publishing research findings in scientific journals and presenting at conferences
  • Stay up to date with the latest developments in QEC and related field
  • Provide guidance and support to other team members, fostering a collaborative research environment

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

  • PhD in theoretical physics, mathematics, computer science, or another field closely related to quantum information science
  •  2+ years of postdoctoral experience (or industry equivalent) in QEC is highly preferred
  • Experience in tailoring error-correcting codes for quantum computing devices, and bridging the gap between theory and experiment
  • Strong scientific publication record
  • Proficient in scientific computing
  • Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with all levels of an organization; Professional-level communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work comfortably in a highly collaborative, cross-functional, team-oriented, and matrixed environment
  • Desire and demonstrated ability to thrive and produce results in a fluid, dynamic, and fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated ability to learn new and complex topics quickly
  • Resourceful problem-solver who collaboratively identifies effective paths forward with demonstrated expertise in executing productization efforts
  • Passion for solving complex problems and challenges in a highly technical and scientific environment
  • Ability to travel domestically and (potentially) internationally up to 10%


Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Stock Option Plan
  • 125k-160k pay range

Top Skills

Error-Correcting Codes
Mathematical Models
Numerical Simulations
Quantum Computing
Scientific Computing
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The Company
HQ: Boulder, CO
183 Employees
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

At Infleqtion, we are building an ecosystem of quantum technologies and commercial products for today, driving us, and the entire industry toward tomorrow. We believe in taking quantum to its limit and leading from the edge. Infleqtion is built on ColdQuanta’s 15 years of pioneering quantum research. Its scalable and versatile quantum technology is used by world-class organizations around the globe and deployed by NASA on the International Space Station. Infleqtion is based in Boulder, CO, with offices in Chicago, IL; Madison, WI; Melbourne, AU and Oxford, UK.

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