Quantum Error Correction Theorist
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Overview:
In this role you will advance fault-tolerant quantum computing with neutral-atom arrays, shaping error-correction architecture and hardware-software integration. You will work with cross-disciplinary teams to translate theory into demonstrations on real quantum hardware, contributing to scalable quantum systems. This fast-growing startup offers a chance to impact the delivery of error-corrected qubits and practical quantum advantage. You will be at the core of turning abstract error-correction concepts into tangible capabilities.
Compensation / Benefitsfully paid medical/dental/visionunlimited PTO401K company matchingshort- and long-term disabilityFSAlife insurance
Responsibilities:
Develop and optimize fault-tolerance schemes for gate-based atomic array quantum computersOptimize atom movement strategies during fault-tolerant computationCollaborate with software and control systems teams to implement classical compute layers for fault-tolerant computationDevelop and implement decodersDevelop and maintain tools for quantum simulationImplement error correction on quantum hardware
Key requirements:
PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related fieldExperience with quantum error correction theory or experimentWillingness to translate abstract ideas into concrete demonstrations on hardwareSelf-motivated, collaborative, and able to handle ambiguity in a fast-growing startupEffective communication with a diverse team of experimental physicists, hardware, and software engineersFamiliarity with Python and Gitcollaborationadaptabilityproblem-solvingquantum error correction theory or experimentPythonGit