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Software Engineer, Quantum Error Correction, Quantum AI

Los Angeles, CA

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
  • 2 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages, or 1 year of experience with an advanced degree.
  • 2 years of experience with data structures or algorithms.
Preferred qualifications:
  • Experience with low-level code optimization.
  • Knowledge of Quantum Computing, Quantum Error Correction, classical Coding Theory, Linear Algebra, or Statistics.
  • Knowledge of graph algorithms.
  • Familiarity with programming FPGA systems.

About the job

The full potential of quantum computing will be unlocked with a large-scale quantum computer capable of complex, error-corrected computations. Quantum AI's mission is to build this device and unlock solutions to classically intractable problems. Our roadmap is focused on advancing the capabilities of quantum computing and enabling meaningful applications. Key to our plans for practical realization of reliable quantum computation is the encoding of quantum information in quantum error correcting (QEC) codes.

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As a Software Engineer, you will develop syndrome decoders achieving high accuracy under stringent throughput and latency requirements and performance engineering of the overall real-time decoding system. This entails identification and resolution of performance and scalability bottlenecks and automation of accuracy, throughput, and latency measurements. Your activities will include frequent interactions, such as design discussions and pair programming, with researchers and electronics engineers. Other activities include development of multi-threaded C++ software, writing code interfacing with OS/hardware, writing Python gluecode for integration with qubit control stack, automation of common profiling and performance modeling tasks, advising on Software Engineer practices, improving code quality in legacy components.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $136,000-$200,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .

Responsibilities

  • Develop Quantum Error Correction (QEC) syndrome decoders in collaboration with researchers and other Software Engineers.
  • Manage performance engineering of the overall real-time decoding system.
  • Develop an automated system for measuring accuracy, throughput, and latency of the syndrome decoding system.
  • Develop and produce scientific software supporting research in QEC theory.
  • Support for QEC experiments on Google's quantum computers.

Client-provided location(s): Los Angeles, CA, USA; Goleta, CA, USA
Job ID: Google-128445096799412934
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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