Remote Quantum System Architecture Intern

PsiQuantum; Brisbane; Remote; AUD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

PsiQuantum is hiring for an internship in its system architecture and optical architecture teams. The role focuses on translating theory into practical software for photonic quantum computers and requires strong programming skills and an interest in quantum information science.

The internship offers placements in multiple locations and remote options, lasting 3 to 6 months, with a fast-learning, creative environment that values collaboration and new ideas.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physics, Math, Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent.
• Postgraduate degree (PhD preferred).
• Experience in programming in Python, C++, Julia or similar languages.
• Competent use of collaborative software development tools (e.g., GitHub) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to ongoing optical architecture technical projects, e.g., writing prototype software for controlling and simulating optical networks inside photonic quantum computers.
• Apply results from quantum information theory, network design and optimization to improve optical architecture designs.
• Develop and discover new approaches to photonic quantum computing.
• Simulate and benchmark different protocols.
• Document and communicate results.

Skills

Python

C++

Julia

Communication

Education

Physics/Math/CS/Engineering degree

PhD preferred

Tools

GitHub

Job description

PsiQuantum is hiring for an internship in its system architecture and optical architecture teams. The role focuses on translating theory into practical software for photonic quantum computers and requires strong programming skills and an interest in quantum information science.

The internship offers placements in multiple locations and remote options, lasting 3 to 6 months, with a fast-learning, creative environment that values collaboration and new ideas.