Research software engineer

Society of Research Software Engineering; Çankaya; On-site; TRY 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bilkent Quantum Computing & Topology (BilQCT) group at Bilkent University invites applications for a Research Software Engineer to build and optimize software for classical simulation and benchmarking in quantum computing. You will work with researchers to translate findings into robust, well-tested code.

Preferred skills include Python or Julia, Git, automated testing, C/C++, and HPC-focused programming. Prior quantum computing experience is beneficial but not required.

Qualifications

• Strong scientific programming and algorithm-implementation skills.
• Experience with Python or Julia is expected.
• Familiarity with Git, automated testing, C/C++, and HPC is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, optimize, document, and maintain scientific software for classical simulation and benchmarking in quantum computing.
• Translate algorithms from research papers and notes into robust software in collaboration with researchers.

Skills

Python

Julia

Git

Automated testing

C/C++

HPC

Algorithm implementation

Job description

Research Software Engineer — Bilkent Quantum Computing & Topology (BilQCT)

The Bilkent Quantum Computing & Topology (BilQCT) group at Bilkent University is seeking a Research Software Engineer to develop, test, optimize, document, and maintain scientific software for classical simulation and benchmarking in quantum computing.

We are particularly interested in candidates with strong scientific programming and algorithm-implementation skills. Experience with Python or Julia is expected; familiarity with Git, automated testing, C/C++, performance-oriented programming, or high-performance computing is also valuable. The role involves working closely with researchers to translate algorithms from research papers, technical notes, and discussions into robust software.

Prior expertise in quantum computing is not required, though it is valued.

Intended start date: January 1, 2027
Initial review deadline: October 15, 2026

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