Senior Scientist, Quantum Compilation

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Scientist, Quantum Compilation. Location: Los Angeles, USA

Job Type: Full-time, hybrid, permanent

Responsibilities:

• Develop efficient methods and tools to solve challenges in real quantum computers
• Improve quantum compilation techniques including routing, layout selection, and circuit optimization
• Apply concepts from control theory, optimization, machine learning, and data analysis
• Build production-quality software for optimizing quantum algorithms and error correction;
• Collaborate with engineering teams to translate research ideas into deployable systems
• Communicate research through publications, conferences, and presentations
• Use scientific computing libraries such as Qiskit, NumPy, SciPy, Scikit-learn, and PyTorch
• Contribute to quantum advantage research and performance optimization

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD preferred) in Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field
• Strong background in quantum computing, quantum algorithms, or quantum control
• Experience in quantum circuit compilation, qubit routing, or layout optimization;
• Proven research track record through publications or conference presentations
• Programming experience in Python, Julia, MATLAB, or Mathematica
• Experience working in scientific or research environments

Preferred:

• Experience with high-performance languages such as C++, Rust, or Julia
• Experience with GPUs, TPUs, or hardware-accelerated computing
• Background in machine learning, optimization, or control theory
• Familiarity with quantum error suppression techniques such as dynamical decoupling, readout mitigation, or pulse optimization
• Experience using Qiskit for circuit execution
• Knowledge of quantum error correction (QEC)
• Strong scientific communication and visualization skills

Benefits and Compensation:

• Work on cutting-edge quantum control and compilation systems
• Collaboration with global research and engineering teams
• Opportunity to publish and present at top conferences
• Flexible, outcome-focused work culture with equity potential

Other Information:

• AI tools may be used in recruitment and screening
• Equal opportunity employer with fair chance hiring policies;
• Official communication only via company domain