Remote Quantum Software Engineering Lead

Placements24

Kimberley

Hybrid

CAD 160,000 - 230,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Remote-friendly culture
Health benefits and retirement plan
Equity potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Lead Quantum Software Engineer to guide a global team in building quantum software, libraries, and algorithms. You will drive high-performance solutions and collaborate closely with hardware teams to ensure optimal processor integration.

The role demands deep quantum computing knowledge, strong software engineering fundamentals, and proven leadership in a remote setting. A competitive compensation package is offered for this pivotal position.

Qualifications

  • Must have 8+ years in software engineering with 3+ years in quantum computing software development.
  • Strong grasp of quantum mechanics, algorithms, and software design patterns.
  • Experience leading remote software teams and delivering complex projects.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a remote team of quantum software engineers.
  • Design and implement high-performance quantum software solutions for speed, scalability, and accuracy.
  • Contribute to quantum programming languages and development tools.
  • Collaborate with quantum hardware teams for integrated software on processors.
  • Conduct code reviews and establish best practices for maintainability.
  • Document designs, APIs, and user guides for developers and researchers.
  • Support strategic planning for the quantum software roadmap and technical decisions.
  • Foster a collaborative and productive remote work environment.

Skills

Quantum software
Leadership
Python
C++
Qiskit
Cirq
PennyLane
Remote leadership

Education

PhD/ MSc in CS/ Physics

Tools

Qiskit
Cirq
PennyLane
Git

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a remote Lead Quantum Software Engineer to guide a global team in building quantum software, libraries, and algorithms. You will drive high-performance solutions and collaborate closely with hardware teams to ensure optimal processor integration.

The role demands deep quantum computing knowledge, strong software engineering fundamentals, and proven leadership in a remote setting. A competitive compensation package is offered for this pivotal position.

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