Quantum Scientist - Decoding Theorist

QuEra Computing Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 212,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Job summary

QuEra Computing is seeking a Quantum Scientist to develop decoder algorithms and advance quantum error correction for neutral atom quantum computers. You will design and analyze decoding methods for quantum memories and fault-tolerant logical circuits, studying how code structure and realistic noise affect performance, complexity, and scalability.

Research will span algorithmic, machine learning, and hybrid approaches.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Strong background in quantum error correction, quantum codes, and fault tolerance
• Research experience in decoder design and analysis of algorithmic complexity
• Experience evaluating decoders using analytical methods, numerical simulation, or both
• Strong scientific programming skills for decoder research and clear communication

Responsibilities

• Develop decoder algorithms and advance the theory of quantum error correction for neutral atom quantum computers
• Design and analyze decoding methods for quantum memories and fault-tolerant logical circuits
• Study how code structure and realistic noise affect logical performance, computational complexity, and scalability
• Explore algorithmic, machine learning, and hybrid approaches across theory, software, and experiments
• Build reference implementations, perform numerical studies, and identify decoding strategies that improve fault-tolerant quantum computation

Skills

Quantum error correction

Fault tolerance

Decoder research

Scientific programming

Communication

Education

Advanced degree in Physics, CS, EE, Math or related field

Job description

Summary

QuEra Computing is seeking a Quantum Scientist to develop decoder algorithms and advance the theory of quantum error correction (QEC) for neutral atom quantum computers. You will design and analyze decoding methods for quantum memories and fault-tolerant logical circuits, studying how code structure and realistic noise affect logical performance, computational complexity, and scalability. Research will span algorithmic, machine learning, and hybrid approaches. Working with theory, software, and experimental teams, you will build reference implementations, perform numerical studies, and identify decoding strategies that improve fault-tolerant quantum computation and inform practical implementation.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Strong background in quantum error correction, quantum codes, and fault tolerance
• Research experience in decoder design and analysis of algorithmic complexity
• Experience evaluating decoders using analytical methods, numerical simulation, or both
• Strong scientific programming skills for decoder research and clear communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Decoding quantum memories or logical circuits under realistic circuit-level noise
• Threshold estimation, finite-size scaling, or theoretical analysis of decoding performance
• Machine learning, probabilistic inference, or hybrid methods for QEC decoding
• Decoding for qLDPC or other quantum codes under loss, correlated errors, or hardware-informed noise models
• Collaboration with experimental or software teams to connect decoder research with practical constraints

The approximate base salary range for this position is $130,400 - $211,900. We consistently monitor external market data and update base salary ranges accordingly. We determine base compensation decisions on several factors, including as geographic placement, role-specific knowledge, skills, and/or experience. In addition to our base salary offerings, we also provide equity grants for all new hires.

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.