Microsoft · 4 hours ago
Senior Quantum Algorithms Architect
United States, Washington, Redmond
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $235K/yr
4+ years expMicrosoft is seeking a Senior Quantum Algorithms Architect to develop applications for fault-tolerant quantum computers. This role involves designing algorithms, applying advanced toolsets for modeling quantum algorithms, and driving collaboration within the Microsoft Quantum team.
Agentic AIApplication Performance ManagementArtificial Intelligence (AI)Business DevelopmentDevOpsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyManagement Information SystemsNetwork SecuritySoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
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 algorithms and 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
Qualification
Required
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
4+ years experience in one or more of the following areas: high-performance computing, quantum algorithms, quantum error correction, quantum simulation
4+ years experience in a collaborative environment
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role
Ability to leverage AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency (e.g., performance modeling and analysis, research gathering, day to day task automation)
Evaluate agentic solutions with measurable metrics and human-in-the-loop safeguards following Microsoft Responsible AI requirements for generative AI
Preferred
Experience developing and implementing quantum algorithms, preferably for fault-tolerant systems
Experience with high-performance classical computing methods
Skills in applied mathematics or related disciplines
Methodical problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
Proficient written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic multi-disciplinary team environment
Company
Microsoft
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