Software Engineer III, Quantum

Job Description

Job Title: Software Engineer III, Quantum. Location: Goleta, CA, Seattle, WA

As a Software Engineer III, Quantum, you will contribute to core software systems that support this mission; You will work on high-impact projects, collaborate across research and hardware teams, and help advance the future of quantum computing.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain high-quality software solutions for quantum computing systems.
• Take ownership of project goals, roadmaps, deadlines, and deliverables for both short-term and long-term initiatives.
• Solve complex and ambiguous problems by proposing and implementing scalable software solutions;
• Write, review, and optimize code to ensure performance, reliability, and best engineering practices.
• Improve existing systems or build new ones based on technical feedback and system requirements.
• Contribute to technical documentation and shared learning resources.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, electronics engineers, and research scientists.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in software development using one or more programming languages, or 1 year of experience with an advanced degree.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field.
• At least 2 years of experience with data structures and algorithms.
• Experience developing accessible and inclusive technologies.

Compensation:

• Base salary range: USD 141,000 to USD 202,000 per year
• Additional compensation may include bonus, equity, and benefits
• Final salary depends on location, experience, and role level

Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off: 20 days of vacation per year for the first five years
• Sick leave: 40 hours per year where applicable, plus discretionary leave
• Maternity leave: 28 to 30 weeks;
• Baby bonding leave: 18 weeks
• 13 paid company holidays per year

Other Information:

• This role is open to eligible US-based employees.
• Google is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• Reasonable accommodations are available during the hiring process upon request;
• Applicant data is handled according to Google’s Applicant and Candidate Privacy Policy.