Quantum Engineer - HPC Systems

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Quantum Engineer - HPC Systems. Location: Westford, Massachusetts - Connecticut - New Hampshire

This role builds and manages a hybrid quantum and HPC platform inside the new Accelerated Quantum Center in the Boston area; It combines GPU clusters with multiple quantum hardware technologies to create fast, reliable hybrid workflows.

Responsibilities:

• Integrate quantum hardware such as neutral atom, trapped ion, and superconducting systems with HPC platforms using APIs, middleware, and orchestration layers like CUDA Q.
• Create hybrid workflows that distribute tasks between GPU clusters and quantum devices.
• Work with quantum hardware suppliers to set up connectivity, control layers, and shared performance standards.
• Install applications, deploy hybrid workloads, and evaluate system performance with internal teams;
• Coordinate with control system engineers to meet environmental, timing, and interface needs for quantum systems.
• Build and benchmark hybrid applications in chemistry, materials science, machine learning, and optimization;
• Contribute to roadmap planning for new quantum modalities and new SDK integrations.
• Represent the company at conferences and technical events;
• Produce user documentation and integration guides.
• Improve software stacks, orchestration layers, and data pipelines linking HPC and quantum systems.

Qualifications:

• Twelve or more years of experience with HPC system administration, Linux, Slurm, data management, and application support.
• Experience with CUDA Q, Qiskit, PennyLane, Cirq, Braket, and other quantum tools.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C plus plus, or Rust;
• Deep understanding of HPC environments, Slurm, and GPU based systems;
• Knowledge of quantum hardware such as neutral atom, trapped ion, superconducting, or photonic platforms.
• Degree in physics, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science. PhD preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Ways to Stand Out:

• Experience working with quantum hardware providers.
• Knowledge of quantum classical orchestration frameworks and low latency data pathways.
• Familiarity with cloud based quantum services and HPC standards;
• Contributions to open source quantum tools or academic projects;
• Experience linking physics teams with HPC engineering teams.
• Experience representing a company in standards groups or research consortia.

Benefits and Instructions:

• Salary depends on location and experience.
• Level 5 range: 224000 to 356500 USD.
• Level 6 range: 272000 to 425500 USD.
• Includes equity and benefits;
• The company supports equal opportunity hiring and an inclusive workplace.