Senior Research Scientist, Applications & Algorithms

Q-CTRL

Los Angeles, United States
On-site
Quantum algorithm design
Quantum optimization
Control theory principles
The role focuses on designing, analyzing, and deploying quantum algorithms that reveal clear scaling advantages on near-term hardware

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on designing, analyzing, and deploying quantum algorithms that reveal clear scaling advantages on near-term hardware.
  • Candidates will work closely across research, engineering, and product teams to translate scientific insights into robust, validated applications.
  • The team is dedicated to developing innovative methods to get the best possible performance from contemporary and next generation quantum computers.

Matching Summary

The role focuses on designing, analyzing, and deploying quantum algorithms that reveal clear scaling advantages on near-term hardware.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • quantum algorithm design
  • quantum optimization
  • control theory principles
  • AI integration in quantum systems
  • physics-based optimization

Nice-to-have

  • experience with quantum error correction
  • background in high performance computing
  • collaboration across research teams
  • knowledge of quantum chemistry applications

Key Requirements

  • Senior Research Scientist level experience
  • Expertise in quantum computing stack optimization
  • Strong background in control theory and physics

Work Rights

Not specified

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