Quantum Software Fellow: Power-Grid Quantum Prototyping

EPB; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

EPB invites applicants for the Quantum Software Engineer Fellowship, a one-year, full-time contractual program focused on applying quantum computing to power grid optimization. The fellow will learn quantum algorithms and apply them to energy challenges on an IonQ quantum computer, collaborating with EPB teams to define use cases and deliver prototypes.

The program emphasizes hands-on development, documentation, and presenting outcomes to diverse audiences, while staying current with quantum

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Quantum Information Science, or closely related field.
• Experience in application development using modern programming languages.
• Experience in high-performance computing and quantum computing software development is preferred but not required.
• Candidates with industry experience in software development or quantum technologies are encouraged to apply.
• College-level math, physics, and computer science topics such as complex numbers, linear algebra, algorithms, machine learning, Python.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured curriculum focused on quantum computing and quantum algorithm programming.
• Learn and apply quantum software development tools and languages to build prototype applications.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify and define use cases for quantum computing in power grid operations.
• Develop and test quantum algorithms and applications that address real-world energy challenges.
• Document learning progress, technical findings, and application outcomes.
• Present project results and insights to audiences of all levels.
• Stay current with advancements in quantum computing and related technologies

Skills

Python programming

Quantum computing

High-performance computing

Software development

Education

Graduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Quantum Information Science

Job description

EPB invites applicants for the Quantum Software Engineer Fellowship, a one-year, full-time contractual program focused on applying quantum computing to power grid optimization. The fellow will learn quantum algorithms and apply them to energy challenges on an IonQ quantum computer, collaborating with EPB teams to define use cases and deliver prototypes.

The program emphasizes hands-on development, documentation, and presenting outcomes to diverse audiences, while staying current with quantum