Senior Scientist, Quantum Compilation

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Job Title: Senior Scientist, Quantum Compilation. Location: Los Angeles, California, USA

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Hybrid

Develop efficient and reliable methods that address key challenges in real-world quantum computing systems.
Design and implement advanced quantum compilation techniques, including quantum circuit compilation, qubit routing, and layout selection.
Research and develop tools that improve the performance of quantum algorithms and applications.
Create software for optimizing quantum algorithms, quantum applications, and quantum error correction schemes;
Apply techniques from control theory, optimization, machine learning, computer science, and data analysis to quantum computing problems.
Stay informed about emerging developments in quantum computing and quantum control and integrate new methodologies into research projects.
Collaborate with software engineering teams to transform research concepts into production-quality software solutions.
Develop, test, and validate new algorithms using scientific computing frameworks and open-source tools.
Present technical findings to internal teams and external audiences in a clear and accessible manner.
Publish research in peer-reviewed journals and present at scientific conferences.
Collaborate with academic institutions, industry partners, and research organizations.
Utilize tools such as Qiskit, NumPy, NetworkX, SciPy, Scikit-learn, and PyTorch to build high-quality research software.

Advanced degree in Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
PhD preferred, although exceptional candidates with significant industry experience will also be considered.
Expertise in quantum computing, quantum algorithms, or quantum control;
Strong experience in quantum circuit compilation, qubit routing, or layout optimization.
Demonstrated record of impactful research through publications, conference presentations, or equivalent contributions.
Experience developing scientific software using Python or other scientific programming languages such as Julia, MATLAB, or Mathematica.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred:

Experience with high-performance programming languages such as Rust, C++, or Julia.
Experience with GPUs, TPUs, or other hardware-accelerated computing platforms.
Strong background in control theory, optimization, machine learning, or data analysis.
Familiarity with quantum error suppression techniques, including:
- Dynamical Decoupling
- Readout Mitigation
- Zero-Noise Extrapolation
- Pauli Twirling
- Pulse-Level Optimization
Experience executing quantum circuits using Qiskit.
Familiarity with Quantum Error Correction (QEC).
Exceptional scientific communication skills demonstrated through teaching, outreach, technical writing, presentations, or visualization development.

Competitive salary package.
Equity opportunities.
Flexible work arrangements.
Comprehensive employee benefits.
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge quantum technologies with a global industry leader.
Collaboration with world-class researchers and engineers;
Career growth within a rapidly expanding quantum technology company.

Other Information:

Q-CTRL is a global leader in AI-powered quantum control infrastructure software.
The company operates offices in Sydney, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Berlin, and Oxford.
In 2024, Q-CTRL raised $113 million in Series B funding, the largest aggregate investment in a quantum software company.
The company achieved the first commercial quantum advantage with its Ironstone Opal quantum navigation solution;
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable California and Los Angeles employment laws.
Recruitment communications will only come from official @q-ctrl.com email addresses.
Q-CTRL may use AI-assisted tools during portions of the recruitment process, though all final hiring decisions are made by humans.

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