Quantum Applications Architect

Summary

Join PsiQuantum, a company building the first real, useful quantum computers, and become a Quantum Applications Architect. This role focuses on the compilation of quantum algorithms, translating high-level descriptions into explicit constructions and optimizing their efficiency on fault-tolerant hardware. You will research and develop compilation techniques, contribute to software development, collaborate with external partners, and analyze resource requirements. The ideal candidate possesses a degree in a relevant field, significant experience in quantum circuit compilation or related areas, and proven teamwork skills. PsiQuantum offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

• Degree in Physics, Math or Computer Science or equivalent required
• 3+ years of relevant academic or industry research experience in quantum circuit compilation, quantum algorithms or deployment of quantum computing-related software
• Proven team player with an ability to work effectively across departments, sites and time zones
• Ability to work independently and contribute to fast-moving start-up environment
• Experience programming in Python, C++ or similar languages

Responsibilities

• Research and development of compilation techniques for quantum algorithms tailored for fault-tolerant quantum computers
• Contribute to the design and development of quantum compilation and simulation tools and/or software
• Work closely with external partners to instantiate, validate and optimize quantum algorithms for use cases across a variety of domains, such as life sciences or sustainability
• Simulation and analysis of resource requirements for fault tolerant implementation of quantum algorithms in photonic quantum computing
• Collaborate with quantum architecture group to co-optimize algorithm methods with architectural design

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Math or Computer Science, with a focus on quantum information theory or quantum computation preferred
• Experience with quantum algorithms and compiling in the regime of fault tolerant gates preferred
• Experience working with partners in academia or industry to analyze real-world quantum applications of interest preferred

Benefits

• Equity
• Benefits