Staff Research Scientist, Quantum Error Correction

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Staff Research Scientist, Quantum Error Correction, Quantum AI. Location: Goleta, CA, USA

Responsibilities:

• Lead research initiatives focused on developing new and improved quantum error correction methods.
• Establish research agendas for next-generation fault-tolerant quantum computing architectures.
• Develop quantum error-correcting codes with high encoding rates, high code distances, and hardware-efficient layouts.
• Design and analyze new constructions for non-Clifford logical gates;
• Explore advanced research topics including quantum LDPC codes and magic-state cultivation.
• Analyze fault-tolerant circuits for syndrome measurement and logical operations.
• Collaborate with internal and external research partners to advance quantum computing technologies.
• Publish research findings in leading scientific journals and conferences;
• Contribute to the broader quantum computing research community through technical presentations and collaborations.

Qualifications:

• PhD or equivalent experience in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related quantum computing field.
• 10+ years of experience in quantum computing research.
• Strong publication record in quantum error correction;
• Demonstrated expertise in fault-tolerant quantum computing concepts.
• Ability to lead complex research programs and contribute strategic scientific direction.

Preferred:

• Experience working with quantum error correction experiments.
• Experience developing software for quantum error correction simulation and analysis.
• Research publications involving:
  • Quantum LDPC Codes
  • Fault-Tolerant Algorithm Compilation
  • Non-Clifford Gate Circuits
  • Quantum Error Correction Architectures
• Experience collaborating with academic and industrial research organizations.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Base Salary: $262,000 - $365,000 USD per year
• Target Bonus: 25%
• Equity Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Package

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package including salary, bonus, and equity.
• Access to Google's employee benefits programs.
• Opportunities to collaborate with leading quantum computing researchers worldwide.
• Participation in cutting-edge research focused on building large-scale fault-tolerant quantum computers.
• Access to world-class research infrastructure and resources.

Other Information:

• This position is part of Google Quantum AI's mission to build large-scale error-corrected quantum computers capable of solving problems beyond the reach of classical computing.
• Research findings are expected to contribute both to internal quantum computing initiatives and the broader scientific community.
• English proficiency is required for effective global collaboration;
• Google is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
• Google does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
• Equity grants are discretionary and subject to approval by Alphabet Inc. and applicable equity plans.