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IonQ

Our mission: to build the world’s best quantum computers to solve the world’s most complex problems.

Principal Researcher, Quantum Error Correction

Research ScientistResearch ScientistOtherRemoteLeadTeam 201-500Since 2015H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

125 days ago

Salary

$187.4K - $245.3K / year

Seniority

Lead

No structured requirement data.

Job Description

Principal Researcher, Quantum Error Correction

IonQ

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description We are looking for a QEC Principal Researcher. As a QEC researcher, you’ll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to build the world’s best quantum computers to solve the world’s most complex problems. In this role, you will contribute to the design of IonQ's fault-tolerant quantum computer by conducting research in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant quantum computing. You will lead research and development of quantum error correction codes, decoders, or logical operations which are at the core of our large-scale quantum computing architecture. You will design new error correction schemes and large-scale architectures. Responsibilities: - Contribute to the design of core components of our fault-tolerant quantum computer architecture such as quantum error correction protocols, logical operations, or decoders. - Contribute to the development of the simulation tools of the quantum error correction team. - Contribute to research papers. - Collaborate with team members with different areas of expertise and experiences. Qualifications - 15 years of research experience. - PhD in quantum computing in math, physics, CS, or related field. - Strong expertise with QEC simulation, physics simulation, Stim, Monte-Carlo simulations. Requirements - Strong publications and conference talks in quantum error correction. - Delivered quantum error correction, logical operations, and decoders. - Solid mathematical background in linear algebra, finite fields, probability theory, graph theory, and standard techniques used in quantum computing. - Strong expertise with QEC simulation, physics simulation, Stim, Monte-Carlo simulations. - Ability to communicate from community to business to PhD level. Benefits - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. - Matching 401K. - Unlimited PTO and paid holidays. - Parental/adoption leave. - Legal insurance. - Home internet stipend. - Pet insurance. Company Description IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are pushing past the limits of classical physics and current supercomputing technology to unlock a new era of computing. Quantum computing has the potential to impact every area of human society for the better. IonQ’s computers will soon redefine industries like medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more. IonQ is at the forefront of this technological revolution. IonQ's HQ is located in College Park, Maryland, just outside of Washington DC. We are actively building out our recently opened manufacturing and production facility in Bothell, WA (near Seattle). Depending on the position, you may be required to be near one of our offices in College Park, Seattle, Toronto, Canada, and Basel, Switzerland. However, IonQ will expand into additional domestic and international geographies, so don’t let this stop you from applying! At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Job Requirements

  • 15 years of research experience.
  • PhD in quantum computing in math, physics, CS, or related field.
  • Strong expertise with QEC simulation, physics simulation, Stim, Monte-Carlo simulations.
  • Strong publications and conference talks in quantum error correction.
  • Delivered quantum error correction, logical operations, and decoders.
  • Solid mathematical background in linear algebra, finite fields, probability theory, graph theory, and standard techniques used in quantum computing.
  • Ability to communicate from community to business to PhD level.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Matching 401K.
  • Unlimited PTO and paid holidays.
  • Parental/adoption leave.
  • Legal insurance.
  • Home internet stipend.
  • Pet insurance.

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