Quantum Apps Architect: Fault-Tolerant Hybrid Systems

Quantum Software; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 210,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Microsoft Quantum in Redmond, WA seeks a Principal Quantum Applications Architect to bridge quantum algorithms, cryptography, and scalable software for fault-tolerant systems. You will translate complex requirements into hardware-aware architectures and lead cross-functional teams across research and development.

The role requires a PhD in physics or related field and 3+ years of industry or R&D experience, plus expertise in quantum programming languages, HPC, and cryptography.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Engineering, or related field and 3+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment.
• Ability to leverage AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency in an AI-first environment.
• Experience programming in one or more quantum programming languages and implementing quantum algorithms.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Create, build, and refine quantum algorithms for cryptanalysis and simulation.
• Design novel quantum cryptographic protocols and validate models for cost/practicality on scaled quantum hardware.
• Develop and test models for estimating cost and practicality of algorithms in large-scale quantum systems.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure architectural alignment with hardware constraints and software standards.
• Drive mathematical research and experimentation to advance new quantum algorithms.

Skills

Quantum programming

AI tools

High-performance computing

Cryptology

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Microsoft Quantum in Redmond, WA seeks a Principal Quantum Applications Architect to bridge quantum algorithms, cryptography, and scalable software for fault-tolerant systems. You will translate complex requirements into hardware-aware architectures and lead cross-functional teams across research and development.

The role requires a PhD in physics or related field and 3+ years of industry or R&D experience, plus expertise in quantum programming languages, HPC, and cryptography.