Quantum Scientist, Pathfinding

Job Description

Job Title: Quantum Research Scientist, Pathfinding. Location: Mountain View, CA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Goleta, CA, USA

You will collaborate with internal teams and external research programs to advance error-corrected quantum computation & contribute to the broader scientific community.

Duties:

• Identify promising applications for near-term and future quantum processors.
• Develop problem-solving methods and computational approaches for quantum dynamics.
• Design optimized experimental implementations and protocols for quantum applications;
• Perform theoretical and computational analysis of physical observables in quantum simulations.
• Develop strategies for quantum error mitigation and fault-tolerant computations.
• Collaborate on theory-experiment projects to validate and refine algorithms;
• Publish and share research findings with the broader scientific and technical community.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Physics, Quantum Information Science, or a related discipline.
• Strong experience with developing new numerical methods for quantum phenomena;
• At least three scientific publications in quantum computing, simulation, or many-body physics.
• Experience with quantum error correction, fault tolerance, and error mitigation.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C++ for large-scale simulations;
• Experience developing research programs on quantum systems such as many-body systems, quantum chemistry, or open systems.

Benefits and Instructions:

• Base salary range: $166,000–$244,000 annually, plus bonus, equity, and benefits.
• Compensation varies based on skills, experience, and location;
• Includes Google’s full suite of health, wellness, and career benefits;
• Applicants may choose their preferred location between Mountain View, San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Goleta, CA.
• To apply, submit your resume and indicate your preferred work location when prompted.