Quantum Compilation Intern: Build Fault-Tolerant Qubits

Alice & Bob; Paris; On-site; EUR 11,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1 day off per month

Transport cost coverage

Meal vouchers

Job summary

Alice & Bob is looking for a Quantum Compilation Intern to help make quantum programs run efficiently on a cat-qubit based architecture. You will work with the Compilation team to develop and integrate modern compilation algorithms, guided by the Senior Quantum Compilation Scientist.

The role starts between January and March 2027 for a duration of 6 months. You will contribute to design, implementation, and benchmarking within a leading quantum computing startup in Paris.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in quantum computing and computer science.
• Experience translating scientific methods into tested code is a plus.
• Autonomy with regular feedback from team.
• Proficiency in Python; knowledge of C++ or Rust is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Review cat-qubit architecture and compilation state-of-the-art.
• Design and implement compiler IRs; integrate passes into the company's compiler.
• Benchmark resource costs of compiled programs and report findings.

Skills

Quantum computing fundamentals

Compiler concepts

Algorithms & data structures

Software engineering practices

Python

C++ or Rust familiarity

English proficiency

Education

Master's program in physics, CS or applied mathematics

Tools

Git

Job description

Alice & Bob is looking for a Quantum Compilation Intern to help make quantum programs run efficiently on a cat-qubit based architecture. You will work with the Compilation team to develop and integrate modern compilation algorithms, guided by the Senior Quantum Compilation Scientist.

The role starts between January and March 2027 for a duration of 6 months. You will contribute to design, implementation, and benchmarking within a leading quantum computing startup in Paris.