Scientist for Quantum-Centric Supercomputing

Job Description

Job Title: Research Scientist for Quantum-Centric Supercomputing. Location: Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Responsibilities:

• Develop production-grade software tools for quantum-centric supercomputing (QCSC), including workflow orchestration, HPC libraries (MPI, OpenMP, GPU), and job scheduler integration (Slurm, PBS)
• Collaborate with external researchers to showcase impact of QCSC workflows
• Implement robust and maintainable software solutions meeting enterprise standards for scalability and reliability
• Publish research findings in top-tier journals and conferences and share results through open-source frameworks;
• Engage with external partners, national labs, and academic collaborators to drive innovation and adoption of QCSC technologies
• Work at the intersection of quantum algorithms, HPC software development, and hybrid architectures

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or equivalent experience in Quantum Computing, High-Performance Computing, Computer Science, Physics, or related field
• Strong expertise in HPC systems, including parallel programming (MPI, OpenMP, GPU)
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, and Rust;
• Hands-on experience with quantum algorithm development, including variational methods and circuit optimization, and familiarity with Qiskit
• 4+ years of experience in quantum computing or HPC environments
• Proven ability to deliver large-scale software projects and production-grade software
• Excellent communication skills in Japanese and English

Preferred:

• Experience contributing to or leading open-source projects in quantum computing or HPC
• Familiarity with workflow orchestration frameworks (e.g., Prefect, Airflow) and GPU acceleration/performance tuning
• Knowledge of compiler toolchains such as LLVM/MLIR
• Strong publication record in top-tier journals or conferences
• Leadership in community engagement, including organizing workshops and tutorials
• Ability to design scalable architectures for hybrid quantum-classical applications

Benefits and Compensation:

• Not specified; consult recruiter for detailed information
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of quantum-HPC convergence
• Exposure to hybrid cloud, AI, and quantum computing integration;
• Collaborative, innovative work environment with global research partners

Other Information:

• Travel not required
• IBM is an equal-opportunity employer, supporting diversity, inclusion, and compliance with employment laws
• For location-specific requirements, discuss with recruiter after application submission