Senior Quantum Information Engineer

IBM; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

International Business Machines Corporation in Boston seeks a senior systems architect to lead the design and development of robust, high-performance platforms across IBM Quantum services.

You will help shape scalable, fault-tolerant infrastructure powering cloud and on‑premise quantum workloads, drive efficiency, and productize essential execution services through architecture discussions and hands-on implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of robust, high-performance systems across IBM Quantum services.
• Improve service efficiency, strengthen fault tolerance, and drive the productization of infrastructure and execution services.
• Architect, build, and optimize solutions powering cloud and on-premise quantum infrastructures with reliability and precision.

Job description

You’ll be responsible for leading the design and development of robust, high-performance systems across multiple services and critical components of the IBM Quantum platform. This includes improving service efficiency, strengthening fault tolerance, and driving the productization of essential infrastructure and execution services. Through active participation in architectural discussions and technical design sessions, you will help shape scalable and resilient platforms that support quantum workloads with reliability and precision.

Our work plays a fundamental role in transforming complex quantum research into scalable, real‑world solutions that define the next era of computing. Joining this team means stepping into a high‑impact role where you'll architect, build, and optimize solutions powering both cloud and on‑premise quantum infrastructures — ensuring they meet the standards required by cutting‑edge scientific and enterprise applications.