Quantum Applications Architect

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Quantum Applications Architect. Location: Redmond, Washington, USA

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop algorithms and applications for fault-tolerant quantum computers.
• Create innovative quantum solutions for real-world computational challenges.
• Contribute to the advancement of scalable quantum computing technologies.

Quantum Resource Modeling and Optimization

• Develop and utilize advanced tools for modeling quantum applications across various hardware architectures.
• Analyze and estimate quantum resources required for application execution.
• Apply application-aware and architecture-aware quantum circuit compilation and optimization techniques.
• Improve performance and efficiency of quantum algorithms and workflows.

Collaboration and Technical Leadership

• Collaborate with engineers, researchers, architects, and technical leaders across Microsoft Quantum.
• Work closely with teams focused on qubit modeling, quantum error correction, and quantum applications.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to accelerate innovation and product development.
• Contribute technical expertise and mentorship within multidisciplinary teams.

Innovation and AI-Driven Engineering

• Apply AI technologies to accelerate engineering processes and prototype development.
• Evaluate agentic AI solutions using measurable metrics and human oversight.
• Leverage AI tools for research, performance modeling, analysis, and workflow automation.

Culture and Values

• Demonstrate Microsoft’s values of respect, integrity, accountability, and inclusion.
• Foster a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.

Qualifications:

One of the following:

• Doctorate in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, Software Engineering, or a related field with 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Master's degree in a related field with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Equivalent practical experience.

Experience:

• 4+ years of programming experience in relevant programming languages.
• 4+ years of experience working in collaborative technical environments.
• Experience developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or complex multi-component systems.
• Ability to meet Microsoft security screening requirements.
• Ability to work with export-controlled information subject to applicable regulations.
• Experience applying AI tools to engineering and development workflows.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related field with 3+ years of industry or research experience.
• Master's degree with 6+ years of industry or research experience.
• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of industry or research experience.
• Equivalent experience.

Technical Expertise:

• 4+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • High-performance computing
  • Quantum algorithms
  • Fault-tolerant quantum computing
  • Quantum error correction
  • Quantum simulation

Professional Skills:

• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Experience collaborating across internal and external organizations.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary research and engineering environments.
• Experience working independently while contributing to team objectives.

Benefits and Compensation:

• United States: $119,800 - $234,700 per year
• San Francisco Bay Area and New York City: $160,200 - $261,000 per year

Additional Benefits:

• Comprehensive Microsoft employee benefits package.
• Career development and learning opportunities.
• Access to world-class quantum computing research and engineering teams.
• Opportunities to contribute to next-generation quantum technologies.
• Potential eligibility for additional compensation and benefits programs.