Quantum Software Engineer: QEC for Neutral-Atom QCs

Infleqtion; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 145.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Equity Package

100% company-paid medical, dental, v.i

Employer-funded Health Savings Account

Unlimited PTO

401(k) match

Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Flexible Savings Account

Paid FMLA, Maternity/Paternity Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Student Loan Repayment

Descripción de la vacante

Infleqtion seeks a highly qualified QEC researcher to design and optimize error correcting codes for experimental quantum devices, focusing on modeling, analysis, and practical implementation. The role emphasizes bridging theory with experiment and contributing to the scientific community.

The candidate will publish findings, collaborate with physicists and engineers, and travel as needed. A PhD with postdoctoral QEC experience and strong computing skills are essential for success.

Formación

• PhD in theoretical physics, mathematics, computer science, or related field.
• 2+ years of postdoctoral experience (or industry equivalent) in QEC.
• Experience tailoring error-correcting codes for quantum computing devices.
• Strong scientific publication record.
• Proficient in scientific computing.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional, matrixed environment.
• Ability to learn quickly.

Responsabilidades

• Identify and pursue research advancing QEC theory and implementation.
• Develop and optimize QEC protocols for neutral atom platforms.
• Use mathematical models and numerical simulations to analyze QEC performance.
• Develop and implement custom QEC decoders.
• Collaborate with experimental physicists and software engineers to bridge theory and practice.
• Publish research findings in journals and present at conferences.
• Stay up to date with developments in QEC.
• Provide guidance to other team members.

Conocimientos

Strong scientific publication record

Proficient in scientific computing

Excellent communication skills

Ability to travel up to 10%

Educación

PhD in theoretical physics, mathematics, computer science, or related field

2+ years of postdoctoral experience (or industry equivalent) in QEC

Descripción del empleo

Infleqtion seeks a highly qualified QEC researcher to design and optimize error correcting codes for experimental quantum devices, focusing on modeling, analysis, and practical implementation. The role emphasizes bridging theory with experiment and contributing to the scientific community.

The candidate will publish findings, collaborate with physicists and engineers, and travel as needed. A PhD with postdoctoral QEC experience and strong computing skills are essential for success.