Quantum Computing Research Scientist – Computational Methods - Senior Associate

Testing Site - JPMC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase GTAR is seeking a Quantum Computing Research Scientist to develop and scale numerical methods for simulating quantum circuits and quantum dynamics. The role focuses on advancing quantum algorithm studies and preparing results for publication in scientific journals.

Ideal candidates have a PhD and substantial experience with GPUs, HPC-scale simulations, and documenting findings. The position involves collaborating with a top research team to push forward quantum technologies in

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in computer science, physics, math, engineering or related fields, or equivalent experience.
• Experience using GPUs in numerical simulation of quantum systems.
• Experience running simulations on many parallel nodes on HPC clusters or supercomputers.

Responsibilities

• Develop numerical methods for exact and approximate simulation of quantum circuits and dynamics of quantum systems
• Scale up numerical methods on HPC clusters and supercomputers
• Perform large-scale simulations and document the results in scientific papers.
• Implement, maintain, and manage a codebase of quantum simulation techniques.

Skills

GPUs in numerical simulation

HPC clusters

Quantum algorithms research

Education

Ph.D. in CS/Physics/Math/Engineering

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team in a fast paced and challenging area? This is a unique opportunity for you to work withGlobal Technology Applied Research(GTAR) center at JPMorganChase. The goal of GTAR is to design and conduct research across multiple frontier technologies, in order to enable novel discoveries and inventions, and to inform and develop next-generation solutions for the firm’s clients and businesses.

As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist within The Global Technology Applied Research (GTAR), you will develop and scale up high-performance numerical methods to advance the study of quantum algorithms, quantum cryptography, and quantum compilation.

Job responsibilities

• Develop numerical methods for exact and approximate simulation of quantum circuits and dynamics of quantum systems
• Scale up numerical methods on HPC clusters and supercomputers
• Perform large-scale simulations and document the results in scientific papers.
• Implement, maintain, and manage a codebase of quantum simulation techniques.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Ph.D. degree in computer science, physics, math, engineering or related fields, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in using GPUs in numerical simulation of quantum systems
• Experience running simulations on many parallel nodes on HPC clusters or supercomputers
• Experience in numerical study of quantum algorithms or systems and documenting the results in scientific papers

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience developing a successful research program focused on numerical study of quantum algorithms
• Experience with tensor network methods (e.g. MPS, PEPS)
• Knowledge of quantum algorithms for financial problems (e.g., optimization, risk analysis)
• Knowledge of error correction