Scientist, Modeling Two-Qubit Gates, Couplers

Job Description

Job Title: Research Scientist, Modeling Two-Qubit Gates, Couplers, Quantum AI. Location: Goleta, California, USA

Responsibilities:

• Simulate two-qubit gates for transmons and model tunable couplers
• Develop physics-based models for gate error mechanisms, including errors caused by pulse distortions
• Optimize system parameters numerically for improved performance;
• Analyze experimental data on two-qubit gates and propose new gates with advanced capabilities
• Collaborate closely with the hardware team to align theoretical models with experimental results
• Contribute to the wider research community by publishing findings and sharing insights

Qualifications:

• PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience with coding in Python;
• One or more scientific publications in quantum computing-related conferences, journals, or public repositories

Preferred:

• Experience with superconducting qubits, including modeling, calibration, and characterization of two-qubit gates
• Familiarity with tunable couplers, parametric gates, flux/charge noise analysis, and multi-chip interconnections
• Knowledge of quantum error correction with superconducting qubits;
• Experience analyzing or modeling experimental data and microwave pulse distortions

Benefits and Compensation:

• Base salary range: $147,000–$211,000 per year, plus bonus, equity, and benefits
• Compensation depends on role, level, location, skills, experience, and education;
• Access to comprehensive employee benefits, including healthcare, retirement, and professional development

Other Information:

• Work on large-scale quantum computing research with practical applications
• Collaborate across teams to advance quantum computing capabilities and enable meaningful real-world applications