Quantum Circuits Inc. hiring Senior Quantum Applications Engineer - QEC • Remote (Work from Home) | Himalayas
Quantum Circuits Inc.QI

Senior Quantum Applications Engineer - QEC

Quantum Circuits, Inc. is a deep-tech company spun out of Yale University, developing the first practical quantum computers with a focus on built-in error correction to accelerate the path to fault-tolerant quantum computing.

Quantum Circuits Inc.

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At Quantum Circuits Inc., we are building the world’s first truly algorithmic quantum computers to achieve transformational computing capabilities. Our full-stack quantum computing platform uses superconducting devices along with a modular, robust, and scalable architecture. Our unique approach is based on a decade of technology research and breakthroughs at Yale University's world-renowned quantum labs.
We are seeking a talented Senior Quantum Applications Engineer with expertise in Quantum Error Correction (QEC) to join our team to develop our QEC stack, including software and simulation. The selected candidate will not only play a critical role in developing our stack but will also evaluate use cases for partially error corrected or early fault-tolerant systems.

Responsibilities:

  • Implement and test QEC codes within our software stack based on evolving requirements.
  • Iterate upon code implementations rapidly based on experimental results.
  • Develop and execute QEC simulations to guide the development of our QEC approach.
  • Project the earliest feasible quantum algorithms that leverage the capabilities of our system including projecting and simulating the earliest fault-tolerant algorithms.
  • Innovate on QEC codes and their software implementations, working directly with QEC theorists and quantum engineers.
  • Collaborate on the execution of groundbreaking QEC experiments, working closely with quantum engineers.
  • Engage with our users to help them use our systems and adapt use cases to our systems in a wide range of industries such as logistics, finance, pharmaceuticals, and materials science.

Requirements:

  • MS or PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with a specialization in quantum computing.
  • 5+ years of experience with Python programming or another general-purpose programming language.
  • 3+ years of quantum computing industry experience including QEC experience and deployment of quantum algorithms.
  • Expertise with one or more quantum computing SDKs like Qiskit, Q#, or CUDA-Q.
  • Expertise with principles of quantum computing and quantum information science.
  • Expertise in quantum error correction.
  • Competence with Git version control and experience with development in a collaborative environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • PhD or postdoctoral research in Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Impactful publications on quantum error correcting codes.
  • Experience with high performance simulations of quantum error correcting codes.
  • Experience with components of QEC including decoder algorithms, lattice surgery, and magic state preparation.
  • Experience with intermediate representations, particularly QIR
  • Experience in use of software testing principles and practices, including unit testing, integration testing, end-to-end testing, and containerization and orchestration technologies.
  • Experience in with quantum algorithms in an applied setting (e.g., building hybrid quantum/classical end-to-end solution for a meaningful use case).
  • Experience in machine learning or data science and tools like PyTorch or TensorFlow.
  • Experience in use of software testing principles and practices, including unit testing, integration testing, end-to-end testing, and containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes, ...).
Quantum Circuits Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran, or disability status.

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At Quantum Circuits, Inc. (QCI), we are at the forefront of a technological revolution, pioneering the development of the world's first practical and useful quantum computers. Through groundbreaking technology and a relentless focus on innovation, we are building a full-stack quantum computing platform designed to tackle the most complex and challenging problems facing humanity. Our mission is to accelerate the timeline to fault-tolerant quantum computing and unlock its immense potential for real-world applications in fields ranging from drug discovery and materials science to finance and artificial intelligence. We were founded in 2015 by a team of world-renowned quantum physicists from Yale University, including Professor Rob Schoelkopf, a leading pioneer in the field of superconducting quantum computing. Our approach is fundamentally different from others in the industry. We believe in a 'correct first, then scale' strategy, which is why we have developed a novel superconducting architecture featuring our proprietary dual-rail qubits with built-in error detection. This industry-first innovation is a critical step towards overcoming the significant hurdle of error correction in quantum systems, enabling greater accuracy, performance, and scalability.

Our innovative architecture integrates high-fidelity qubits with intrinsic error detection and handling, a key component in reducing the number of physical qubits required to build a useful quantum computer. This pragmatic approach leapfrogs conventional methods that focus on brute-forcing qubit volumes and instead paves a more efficient path to achieving stable, consistent, and trustworthy results. We are not just building hardware; we are creating a complete ecosystem. Our integrated quantum software platform, including a software development kit (SDK), cloud portal, and an error-aware quantum simulator, empowers developers and researchers to manage qubit error detection in real-time. This allows them to explore new algorithmic possibilities and accelerate the development of novel applications. By providing the tools to tightly couple classical and quantum computations, we are enabling seamless integration and unlocking new classes of hybrid algorithms. Our commitment to collaboration extends to partnerships with industry leaders like NVIDIA and Microsoft, ensuring our technology is at the cutting edge and accessible to a broad range of users. At Quantum Circuits, we are not just imagining the future of computing; we are actively building it.

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