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Atom Computing · 1 day ago

Quantum Error Correction Software Engineer

positionBoulder, CO
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$155K/yr - $185K/yr

Atom Computing builds quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms to achieve computational breakthroughs. They are seeking a software engineer with a background in quantum information theory to contribute to the architecture and strategy of error correction in neutral atom quantum computers.

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Responsibilities

Research related to quantum error correcting codes and fault-tolerance
Designing and implementing demonstrations of fault-tolerant quantum computation
Real-time decoding and classical feedforward during fault-tolerant quantum computation
Setup and maintenance of databases
Compilation of quantum circuits
Analyzing data generated from quantum hardware performing error corrected computation
Simulation of fault-tolerant quantum computation
Resource estimation for fault-tolerant quantum applications

Qualification

Quantum error correctionQuantum computingPythonCompiled languagesGit version controlCollaborationSelf-motivationAdaptability

Required

PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
Experience with quantum error correction theory
Must have previous experience developing software for quantum computers in industry and/or academia and a solid grasp of quantum computing and quantum information concepts
Coding proficiency in Python and one or more compiled languages such as Rust, C, or C++, and familiarity with Git version control
Willingness to learn AMO physics or quantum mechanics concepts as required
Documented ability to translate research results into functional production code
Ability to effectively collaborate with software developers, physicists, and engineers in complementary disciplines
Temperamentally suited to work at a fast-growing, early-stage startup: self-motivated, humble, driven, collaborative, and with a high tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty

Benefits

Fully paid medical
Dental
Vision insurance for our employees and their dependents
Unlimited paid time off
401K company matching
Short- and long-term disability
FSA
Dependent care benefits
Life insurance
Drinks
Snacks
Catered team lunches in our offices, every day

Company

Atom Computing

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Atom Computing builds truly scalable quantum computers out of individual atoms.
dateFounded in 2018
location
Berkeley, California, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
http://www.atom-computing.com

H1B Sponsorship

Atom Computing has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2024 (2)
2023 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$91.21M
Key Investors
DARPAThird Point VenturesNational Science Foundation
2024-06-03Series Unknown· $10.24M
2023-01-31Grant
2022-03-23Series C

Leadership Team

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Benjamin Bloom
CEO / CTO / Founder
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Jesper Kamp
Regional Director Europe
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