Overview
Microsoft Quantum has assembled a talented and diverse international team to create the world’s first scalable quantum computing system. Our full-stack approach involves exciting innovation from the physics at the quantum plane to providing global quantum services. The Microsoft Quantum program strives to fundamentally change the world of computing to help solve humankind’s currently unsolvable problems. We are on the cusp of an accelerated effort in quantum computing.
We are looking for a Senior Quantum Error Correction Software Engineer. This position offers an opportunity to have a meaningful influence on a revolutionary technology. The research and development effort includes a diverse staff of theoretical and experimental physicists, hardware designers and software engineers around the world. For more information about the Microsoft Quantum team, please visit https://quantum.microsoft.com/
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Design and develop infrastructure to evaluate fault-tolerance strategies for quantum computing systems, working in close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of theorists and experimentalists.
Advance the implementation of quantum error correction codes, contributing to the development of both logical and physical qubit architectures.
Empower research and experimentation aimed at building scalable, resilient quantum computers capable of delivering practical value.
Engage in creative problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration to overcome technical challenges in quantum system design.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and technical excellence.
Other:
- Embody our Culture and Values
Qualifications
Qualifications
Required qualifications:
- Doctorate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems
- OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND proven software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND demonstrated software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems
- OR equivalent experience.
- Formal experience in quantum error correction and quantum fault-tolerance research and development environment.
- Hands-on experience with modeling and analyzing circuit-level noise in quantum circuits.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
- Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
- Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide either proof of their country of citizenship or proof of their U.S. permanent residency or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate’s citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable.
- Ability to apply AI to accelerate engineering while developing shipping & prototype code.
- Ability to leverage AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency (e.g., performance modeling and analysis, research gathering, day to day task automation).
Additional or Preferred Qualifications:
- Doctorate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND proven software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems
- OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND proven software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND demonstrated software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems
- OR equivalent experience.
- Experience with HPC, scientific programming, and/or computational problems in other areas of mathematics.
- Detail oriented problem-solving skills.
- Programming experience in related programming languages like Python, Julia, Mathematica, Rust, or C/C++.
- Experience in a collaborative environment.
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Quantum Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across Denmark is kr 715,600.00 - kr 1,201,100.00 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
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This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.
Skills Required
- Advanced degree (PhD/Master/Bachelor) in CS, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences or equivalent experience
- Software industry experience developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems
- Formal experience in quantum error correction and quantum fault-tolerance research and development
- Hands-on experience modeling and analyzing circuit-level noise in quantum circuits
- Ability to meet Microsoft Cloud Background Check and provide citizenship or permanent residency verification for export-controlled information
- Ability to apply and leverage AI tools to accelerate engineering and develop shipping and prototype code
- Experience with HPC, scientific programming, and computational mathematics
- Programming experience in Python, Julia, Mathematica, Rust, or C/C++
- Detail-oriented problem-solving skills
- Experience working in a collaborative research or engineering environment
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