NVIDIA · 1 month ago
Principal Quantum Systems Engineer - Applied Research Quantum Computing
US, CA, Santa Clara
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$232K/yr - $368K/yr
12+ years expNVIDIA is a leader in accelerated computing, seeking passionate technologists with deep expertise in quantum computing. As a Principal Quantum Systems Research Scientist, you will lead the systems engineering efforts to design and develop integration of QPUs into a fault-tolerant Accelerated Quantum Supercomputer.
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Responsibilities
Path-find technical innovations in quantum-classical systems design and integration, working with multi-functional teams in Product, Engineering, and Applied Research
Develop novel approaches to real-time calibration supported by rigorous systems analysis for a variety of qubit modalities
Research and co-design integration of classical control systems, QPUs, and heterogeneous GPU and CPU compute, including computation and communication requirements
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners on developing technology requirements and system components to enable fault-tolerant quantum computing
Adopt a culture of collaboration, rapid innovation, technical depth, and creative problem solving
Qualification
Required
PhD Degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or related engineering field or equivalent experience
Extensive background in Quantum Information Science and Systems Engineering with 12+ overall years of experience in the Quantum Computing industry
A demonstrated ability to deliver high impact value in quantum computing systems design
Hands-on experience working with several different types of qubits and controller systems
Preferred
Hands-on experience with co-design of control systems with qubit architectures, ideally including communication and networking techniques
Working knowledge of methods of measuring and benchmarking quantum systems
Adoption of AI and ML techniques
Experience with CUDA and NVIDIA GPUs
Passion to drive technology innovations into NVIDIA software and hardware products to support Quantum Computing
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