Senior Quantum Software Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Quantum Software Engineer. Location: Redmond, Washington, USA

Job Type: Full-Time, Senior Level (Individual Contributor), Hybrid (3 days onsite)

Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver fast, reliable, and secure software components in Rust, Python, and TypeScript for quantum developer tools.
• Build and enhance quantum programming languages and compiler features for Q#, OpenQASM, QIR, and related systems.
• Develop and improve VS Code integrations for quantum software development workflows;
• Explore and integrate advanced AI capabilities into quantum development tools and pipelines.
• Collaborate with experts in quantum chemistry, error correction, control systems, and hardware teams to build end-to-end solutions.
• Contribute to open-source projects, including issue triaging and code improvements.
• Support the development of simulators, debuggers, profilers, and visualization tools for quantum computing.

Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field with 1+ year of experience
  OR
• Master’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience
  OR
• Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in research or industrial software development environment
• Ability to pass Microsoft security screening requirements
• Experience working in secure or regulated environments (export control compliance)

Preferred:

• Doctorate or advanced degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related field
• 3+ years experience in software development involving compilers, simulators, or scientific computing systems
• Experience with Rust, Python, or web technologies (HTML/CSS);
• Strong understanding of quantum computing fundamentals and linear algebra
• Familiarity with quantum SDKs (QDK, Qiskit, Cirq, PennyLane, CUDA-Q)
• Experience with GPU programming
• Knowledge of LLVM or compiler infrastructure
• Experience building large-scale, multi-component software systems
• Strong collaboration and open-source contribution experience

Benefits and Compensation:

• Base salary range:
  • USD 119,800 to 234,700 per year (standard U.S. range)
  • Up to USD 261,000 in high-cost regions (San Francisco, NYC)
• Comprehensive Microsoft benefits package including healthcare, paid leave, and retirement programs
• Access to AI-first development environment and cutting-edge quantum research tools
• Learning and development opportunities across AI, quantum computing, and compiler systems
• Inclusive work culture with global collaboration and open-source engagement;
• Paid accommodations and support for eligible relocation and work arrangements

Other Information:

• Hybrid work model: minimum 60% in-office presence required
• Travel requirement: 25–50%
• Must meet Microsoft security screening and export control requirements;
• Candidates must provide valid citizenship or residency documentation for compliance
• Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion
• Applications reviewed on a rolling basis until the role is filled