Overview
The Quantum team is working at the forefront of science and technology to bring scalable quantum computing to the world. Microsoft Quantum will change the world of computing and help solve some of humankind’s currently unsolvable problems. For more information about our team, visit https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/quantum.
We’re seeking a Senior Quantum Applications Architect to develop applications for fault-tolerant quantum computers. Are you enthusiastic about quantum computing and its applications? Do you want to be part of the next revolution in computing? Microsoft is looking for you! We are looking for talented scientists and engineers to join our team to build algorithms and applications for scaled fault-tolerant quantum computers. This is a unique opportunity to work with world-class scientists and engineers to drive innovation across quantum applications, development platforms, and hybrid quantum-classical workflows.
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Work at the cutting-edge of quantum computing, designing algorithms and applications for fault-tolerant quantum computers.
- Develop and apply advanced toolsets for modeling quantum applications on a variety of hardware architectures, determining the quantum resources needed to execute them.
- Develop and apply new techniques for application- and architecture-aware quantum circuit compilation and optimization.
- Team with world-class engineers, researchers, architects, and leaders, contributing to your career growth.
- Drive cross-group collaboration within Microsoft Quantum’s qubit modeling, quantum error correction, and quantum applications teams.
- Other: Embody our Culture and Values
Qualifications
Required/Minimum Qualifications
- Doctorate in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, Software Engineering, or related field AND 1+ years experience, including research and/or development of commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems
- - OR Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, Software Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years experience, including research and/or development of commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems
- OR Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, Software Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years experience, including research and/or development of commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems
- OR equivalent experience.
