IBM · 2 days ago
Senior Quantum Error Correction Theorist
Yorktown Heights, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelIBM Research is the innovation engine of IBM, focusing on advancing AI, hybrid cloud, and pioneering practical quantum computing. In this role, you will perform research in Quantum computing and influence IBM's strategy while mentoring others and building relationships with technical leaders.
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Responsibilities
Drive Research Initiatives: Perform research covering a broad array of topics in Quantum computing, including gates, coherence, design, simulation, test, tuning, photonics/interconversion, Josephson electronics, and device theory
Develop Strategic Vision: Influence the functional and IBM strategy, having a vision of the functional or unit mission, and understanding organizational resources, priorities, needs, and policies
Mentor and Lead: Mentor multiple people inside and outside the organization in both technical and career capacities, and lead teams or challenges to achieve overall functional program success
Build Relationships: Initiate and build new relationships with technical or business leaders, helping to make complex strategic decisions that require deep technical knowledge
Deliver Impact: Contribute to the development of IBM products and services through individual contributions and/or contributions of the team(s) / challenge(s) led
Qualification
Required
Deep Expertise in Quantum Error Correction: Experience with research in quantum error correction, including coding theory, mathematical modeling, numerical simulation, and decoding theory
Strategic Leadership: Experience in influencing functional and organizational strategy, with a deep understanding of organizational resources, priorities, needs, and policies
Technical Mentorship: Experience with mentoring multiple individuals in technical and career capacities, both within and outside an organization
Technical Decision-Making: Experience with making complex strategic decisions that require deep technical knowledge, and contributing to the development of products and services
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Experience with initiating and building relationships with technical or business leaders to drive strategic initiatives
Preferred
Doctorate Degree
Advanced Research Methods: Experience with novel research techniques and methodologies in quantum computing, including innovative approaches to error correction theory and software development
Interdisciplinary Knowledge: Exposure to relevant fields of mathematics, physics, or computer science, with an understanding of their applications in quantum computing
Technical Communication: Experience with effectively communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, facilitating collaboration and driving strategic initiatives
Company
IBM
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Alain Bénichou
Chief Executive Officer, IBM Greater China Group
Alex Yang
CTO and Chief Architect
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