Distributed Quantum Error Correction Scientist

Barrington James; Paris; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrington James is seeking a high-impact research role in quantum error correction. You will design and implement scalable error correction strategies for distributed quantum systems, collaborating closely with hardware teams. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Quantum Physics and has strong expertise in quantum error correction, distributed systems, and scientific programming. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge quantum technologies in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Quantum Physics, Quantum Information, or a closely related field.
• Strong expertise in quantum error correction, including stabilizer codes, surface codes, or LDPC codes.
• Demonstrated experience with distributed or modular quantum systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop quantum error correction codes tailored to distributed architectures.
• Explore and implement fault‑tolerant protocols across networked quantum systems.
• Model and simulate noise processes and error propagation in distributed settings.
• Collaborate with experimental physicists to integrate QEC into hardware platforms.

Skills

Quantum error correction

Scientific programming (Python, Julia, C++)

Understanding of fault tolerance thresholds

Distributed or modular quantum systems

Education

PhD in Quantum Physics or related field

Job description

Barrington James is seeking a high-impact research role in quantum error correction. You will design and implement scalable error correction strategies for distributed quantum systems, collaborating closely with hardware teams. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Quantum Physics and has strong expertise in quantum error correction, distributed systems, and scientific programming. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge quantum technologies in a fast-paced environment.