Quantum Research Scientist

Job Description

Job Title: Quantum Research Scientist, Pathfinding. Location: Goleta, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Mountain View, CA; San Francisco, CA

Responsibilities:

• Identify and develop promising applications for quantum processors.
• Design and implement optimized quantum algorithms for quantum dynamics simulations.
• Evaluate the classical computational cost of quantum algorithms and analyze quantum simulation results;
• Collaborate on experimental-theoretical projects to test and refine error-mitigation strategies and fault-tolerant methods;
• Contribute to the global quantum research community through publications and collaborations with academic and industrial partners.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Physics, Quantum Information Science, or a related field;
• Proven research experience demonstrated by at least three scientific publications in quantum computing, simulation, or many-body physics.
• Experience developing and applying numerical methods for quantum phenomena.

Preferred:

• Background in quantum systems research, such as quantum chemistry or open quantum systems.
• Familiarity with quantum error correction and fault tolerance;
• Programming experience in Python or C++
• Experience with large-scale classical simulations of quantum systems.

Benefits / Additional:

• Competitive base salary: $166,000–$244,000 (dependent on location and experience).
• Additional compensation includes equity, bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Work in a cutting-edge research environment with access to world-class quantum computing resources;
• Applicants in Los Angeles County will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.