Intern, Quantum Applications

Job Description

Job Title: Intern, Quantum Applications. Location:

• Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
• The internship may be performed remotely from anywhere in Australia and/or from PsiQuantum's Brisbane office.
• Work closely with members of the Australian quantum applications team and colleagues across PsiQuantum globally.

Responsibilities:

• Develop quantum algorithms to solve impactful real-world problems.
• Optimize commonly used subroutines in fault-tolerant quantum algorithms.
• Compile quantum algorithms into logical gate sets;
• Incorporate architecture-aware optimizations.
• Estimate quantum resources required by algorithms and computational approaches.
• Contribute to quantum computing applications focused particularly on chemistry, drug design, materials science, and fluid dynamics.

Qualifications:

• Currently studying for, or have completed, a postgraduate degree related to quantum algorithms, quantum circuit compilation, fault tolerance, or another aspect of quantum computing.
• Alternatively, have 5+ years of professional experience in one or more of these fields.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python.
• Experience with collaborative software development tools such as Git.
• A creative and adaptable approach to problem solving;
• Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative team.
• Prior experience in fault-tolerant quantum algorithms and quantum compilation is preferred.
• Enthusiasm for quantum computing is essential.

Application Information:

• Applicants can submit a resume/CV in PDF, DOC, DOCX, TXT, or RTF format.
• A cover letter may be submitted in the same formats.
• Applicants must provide education information, including school, degree, and end date.
• The application asks whether the candidate will require employment visa sponsorship.
• Candidates must confirm whether they are legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying.
• Applicants are asked whether they have friends or relatives currently employed by PsiQuantum.
• A LinkedIn profile is required.
• The cover letter must include the word "purple".
• Applicants may optionally provide phonetic name pronunciation and preferred pronouns.
• Voluntary self-identification information regarding gender, race/ethnicity, veteran status, and disability status may be requested for government reporting purposes. Participation is voluntary and does not affect hiring decisions;
• PsiQuantum states that it provides equal employment opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate on protected grounds.
• PsiQuantum will only contact candidates using an official PsiQuantum email address and will never request bank account information during the interview process.
• Suspicious activity should be reported to [email protected].
• PsiQuantum does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.
• Candidates can create a job alert to receive future opportunities.

Important Notes:

• PsiQuantum is developing full-stack quantum computing capabilities spanning hardware, applications, algorithms, and software.
• The role is particularly focused on quantum algorithms, compilation, fault tolerance, and practical quantum applications.