Sr. QPU Software Engineer

QuEra Computing Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

QuEra Computing Inc. seeks a Senior Software Engineer to join our QPU Software Engineering team in Boston, MA. You will own core software components and help build the next generation of quantum computer management systems.

You will collaborate with physicists, hardware engineers, and senior developers to ensure mission-critical code is robust, scalable, and easy to operate. Prior quantum computing experience is not required, making this a strong entry point into the field.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of professional software development experience.
• Strong experience with C++ and Python.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of HTTP/RESTful web services.

Responsibilities

• Own mission-critical software components in the QPU software stack.
• Collaborate daily with physicists, hardware engineers and senior developers.
• Help design scalable, cloud-native control and calibration services.

Skills

Software development

Algorithms

Team collaboration

Tools

C++

Python

Docker

Kubernetes

HTTP/REST

SQL/NoSQL

Job description

Sr. QPU Software Engineer at QuEra Computing, Boston, MA, USA. A senior-level full time position in the QPU Software Engineering team, listed under software engineering.

Summary QuEra Computing is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join a fast-growing startup and help build the next generation of quantum computer management systems. In this role, you’ll contribute to our controls infrastructure and calibration services and help shape how we operationalize Quantum Computers. The role offers immediate ownership of mission-critical code, daily collaboration with physicists, hardware engineers, and senior developers. No prior experience in quantum computing is necessary , making this an excellent chance to step into the field. Experience 5–10 years of professional software development experience Self-motivated team player with a strong sense of ownership Extensive experience with C++ and Python Strong sense of algorithmic efficiency and system scalability Familiarity with Docker and/or Kubernetes Strong debug and troubleshooting skills Strong understanding of HTTP and RESTful web services Preferred Experience Experience with distributed cloud native architectures Experience with micro services and event-driven architectures Experience with event streaming platforms like Pulsar, Kafka, Pub/Sub, or Kinesis Experience designing systems for ease of use and operation Experience leveraging AI to quickly develop and test quality solutions Experience analyzing and fitting scientific data, particularly data generated by scientific instruments, to extract meaningful insights and optimize system performance. Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases Nice to Have Experience working in agile, scrum, or kanban environments Experience or exposure to embedded development concepts Experience with other self-diagnostic systems (medical/automotive) Background including Physics/Math Quantum-curious, though not required 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 hir

Nice to Have

• Experience with distributed cloud native architectures
• Experience with micro services and event-driven architectures
• Experience with event streaming platforms like Pulsar, Kafka, Pub/Sub, or Kinesis
• Experience designing systems for ease of use and operation
• Experience leveraging AI to quickly develop and test quality solutions
• Experience analyzing and fitting scientific data, particularly data generated by scientific instruments, to extract meaningful insights and optimize system performance.