Quantum Algorithm Engineer - AMER

Quantum Algorithm EngineerLocation: Yorktown Heights, NY, Cambridge, MA, or Chicago, IL, USAResponsibilities:Drive research in quantum information science, quantum algorithms, and applications, with a focus on superconducting quantum hardware and rigorous verification and validation.Design and adapt quantum algorithms for applications including high-energy physics, chemistry, materials science, and optimization.Benchmark, analyze, and optimize quantum algorithm execution on dedicated and cloud-based quantum systems.Develop system-level performance models and analyze quantum hardware performance.Apply advanced error suppression and mitigation techniques to improve quantum computation results.Lead high-visibility technology demonstrations showcasing IBM Quantum capabilities to strategic partners and the scientific community.Partner with IBM Quantum Network clients to define and execute research roadmaps and achieve peer-reviewed scientific milestones.Contribute to high-impact research and scientific publications with clients and research partners.Identify software gaps and advocate for user needs across academic and enterprise quantum computing communities.Deliver technical lectures, workshops, and presentations to audiences ranging from beginners to expert researchers and developers.Collaborate with software development and product teams to test new capabilities and provide feedback on internal prototypes.Engineer robust, production-ready software across the IBM Quantum software stack.Develop educational resources that make advanced quantum computing techniques accessible to researchers from different backgrounds.Collaborate with internal research teams and external stakeholders on strategic, multi-team projects.Maintain expert knowledge of the latest developments in quantum computing and related fields.Qualifications:Master's degree in Physics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.At least 3 years of hands-on quantum computing experience, including running near-term algorithms on real quantum hardware.Experience in academic or industry research with a track record of scientific publications.Excellent programming skills in Python, Qiskit, and the IBM Quantum software stack.Deep understanding of quantum computing architecture across software, middleware, and hardware.Experience analyzing, modeling, and tuning quantum hardware performance, including transpilation, error suppression, and error mitigation.Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.Ability to operate strategically, set direction, influence stakeholders, and turn ambiguous goals into actionable plans.Strong communication, writing, collaboration, and presentation skills.Benefits and Compensation:Projected salary range of $200,000 to $250,000 per year.Healthcare benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and mental health and well-being coverage.Financial programs including 401(k), cash balance pension plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, and life insurance.Short-term and long-term disability coverage.Performance-based salary incentive opportunities where applicable.12 paid holidays.Minimum 56 hours of sick time.120 hours of vacation.Up to 12 weeks of parental bonding leave, subject to IBM policy.Additional paid family and care leave where required by law.Training, educational resources, and industry-recognized certification opportunities through IBM's AI-driven learning platform.Employee resource groups, volunteer opportunities, and retail product and service discounts.Other Information:Work arrangement: Hybrid.Travel: Up to 40%, or approximately 2 days per week, depending on project requirements. Employees are home on weekends based on project requirements.Employment type: Regular.Position type: Professional.Shift: General daytime.IBM will not provide visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Candidates must be able to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.IBM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants in accordance with applicable employment laws.