Q-CTRL · 3 months ago
Staff Research Scientist, Superconducting Qubits
San Francisco
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$158K/yr - $205K/yr
3+ years expQ-CTRL is a global leader in quantum technology, focused on making quantum technology useful. The role of Staff Research Scientist involves developing solutions for quantum technologies and deploying them in the Q-CTRL product suite, with a specific focus on superconducting qubits.
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Responsibilities
Develop efficient and reliable methods and tools that solve challenges facing real quantum computers
Implement and test novel measurement protocols for superconducting qubits
Conduct research in autonomous strategies for tune-up, characterization, and performance optimization of quantum hardware at scale
Collaborate with your colleagues in the engineering and product teams to translate ideas and research outcomes into production-level software
Explain, document and present research solutions in accessible language
Other duties within the Employee's skills and experience, or with reasonable training
Qualification
Required
An advanced degree in Physics, Engineering, or a closely related discipline
At least 3-5 years of experience conducting research in a relevant field
A comprehensive understanding of superconducting quantum computing
Expertise in running experiments on superconducting qubits, with experience in system tune-up, characterization
Familiarity with statistical learning methods, including machine learning algorithms, optimization techniques, model selection and validation
A firm grasp of software development best practices, and experience in developing software modules for qubit measurement and control (Python, C++, Rust)
Preferred
A PhD is preferred, but we also consider exceptional candidates with previous industry experience
Benefits
Flexibility: We embrace workplace flexibility so you worry more about your impact vs a rigid work schedule.
Attractive salary: You’ll get to have the start-up impact without the start-up wages.
Equity: We want people to have a sense of ownership in what they do and offer the potential for equity share and annual bonuses.
Cash bonus: We recognize exceptional performance and impact by offering annual discretionary cash bonuses.
Resources: We are well funded by the world’s best technology investors, letting us chase our ambitions with minimal constraints.
Parental support: We offer paid parental leave to support you and your loved ones.
Diversity: We’re an equal opportunity employer and actively support initiatives like the ‘Global Women in Quantum’ program to help expand the quantum workforce.
Unique culture: You’ll be surrounded by some of the world’s leading physicists, engineers, product, marketing and design people (to name a few!) with a strong desire to learn and transfer knowledge.
Meaningful values: You’ll work with an incredibly supportive team who work consistently to deliver our core values to be real, be trusted, be just and to be revered.
Personal development: We provide you with a personal development and wellness budget.
Make a dent: Last but not least you’ll have the unique opportunity to help set the direction for this revolutionary technology and truly make an impact that matters!
Company
Q-CTRL
Q-CTRL is using AI-powered quantum infrastructure software to accelerate pathways to useful quantum computers and quantum sensors.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (2)
2024 (4)
2023 (4)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$133.03MKey Investors
Small Business Research InitiativeMorpheus VenturesSalesforce Ventures
2024-10-08Series B· $59M
2024-02-05Grant· $1.25M
2023-07-25Series B· $2M
Leadership Team
Michael Biercuk
CEO & Founder
Aravind Ratnam
Chief Strategy Officer
Recent News
2025-10-31
2025-09-20
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