Quantum Solutions Scientist

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 Inc. seeks a talented quantum solutions scientist to explore algorithms and applications for near-term neutral-atom quantum computers.

You will work with customers and internal teams on co-design projects, resource estimation, QEC gadget design, and subroutine optimization to show EFT neutral atoms’ utility. You will publish research and collaborate across hardware, theory, and software teams to advance practical quantum utility, including conference presentations and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in a relevant field.
• Expertise in quantum information science and quantum computing fundamentals.
• Working knowledge of modern quantum error correction techniques.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with scientific coding using Python.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical co-design projects from scoping to hardware execution and results.
• Collaborate with hardware, QEC theory, compiler, and software teams to deliver customer projects.
• Estimate resources and optimize quantum executions for EFT neutral atom hardware.
• Develop fault-tolerant algorithmic subroutines and QEC gadgets.
• Survey state-of-the-art classical and quantum methods to identify high-value applications.
• Publish research and present findings at leading quantum computing conferences.

Skills

Quantum information science

Quantum computing fundamentals

Communication skills

Python programming

Quantum error correction

Education

Ph.D. in physics, math, computer science, quantum information science, or similar field

Tools

Python

Job description

Summary

Real fault tolerant quantum computers are coming. It’s time to put them to work. QuEra is seeking a talented quantum solutions scientist to explore algorithms and applications that fit within the qubit count and megaquop capabilities of near-term fault-tolerant neutral atom quantum computers. In collaboration with external customers and internal teams, you will work on hands-on co-design projects in resource estimation, application finding, QEC gadget design, and subroutine optimization to demonstrate the utility of EFT neutral atoms. QuEra Computing is the leader in neutral atom quantum computing and is a front runner in the race towards utility-scale quantum computing. In this role, you will be at the cutting edge of quantum computing development. Your contributions will help steer QuEra and the entire field towards practical quantum utility.

Responsibilities

• Execute technical delivery of customer co-design projects from initial scoping and algorithm prototyping to hardware execution and demonstrated results.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, QEC theory, compiler, and software teams to leverage the tools, context, and expertise needed to deliver customer projects.
• Perform application-level resource estimation and use it to optimize quantum executions to fit optimally on EFT neutral atom hardware.
• Develop fault-tolerant algorithmic subroutines and QEC gadgets optimized for high-rate codes.
• Survey state-of-the-art classical and quantum methods across target verticals to identify high-value application opportunities and quantify quantum advantage crossover points.
• Publish research and present findings at leading quantum computing conferences and venues

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in physics, math, computer science, quantum information science, or similar field.
• Expertise in quantum information science and quantum computing fundamentals
• Working knowledge of modern quantum error correction techniques
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Experience with scientific coding using Python

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant Postdoc and/or quantum computing industry experience
• Customer focused project development experience
• Expertise in an industry vertical such as logistics, finance, operations research, chemistry, biotech, engineering, machine learning, or another related field.
• Strong publication record in quantum information science, machine learning, chemistry, applied mathematics, or similar field.
• Familiarity with gate based neutral atom quantum computing
• Prior experience in a quantum computing company or commercial research environment

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.