Quantum Scientist - Quantum Error Correction and Decoding
- Pay
- $130,400 – $211,900 per year
- Location
- Boston, MA · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Education
- Doctorate
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- quantum error correction
- quantum decoding algorithms
- fault-tolerant quantum computing
Also useful
- high-performance decoder implementation
- real-time systems
- machine learning
Summary
QuEra Computing is seeking talented, impact-motivated researchers with strong expertise in quantum error correction and decoding. You will be part of the team to develop and implement quantum error correction protocols and decoding algorithms on our unique hardware.
You will have the opportunity to work with a vibrant community of academic and industry collaborators, and to help our growing team of diverse experts address fascinating challenges, from the development of hardware-efficient error correction schemes and decoding algorithms for our unique Rydberg atom quantum computer, to the design of protocols for executing fault-tolerant quantum logic, and finally to the implementation of fault-tolerant quantum algorithms with these methods.
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Strong background in quantum computing and quantum error correction
- An exceptional publication record in relevant fields
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong software skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience implementing high-performance decoders, including both software and hardware implementations
- Experience simulating error correction protocols
- Experience collaborating with experimental teams and/or implementing error correction protocols on hardware
- Experience with high-performance software development and real-time operations
- Experience with machine learning methods
Pay and benefits
The approximate base salary range for this position is $130,400 - $211,900.
We consistently monitor external market data and update base salary ranges accordingly. We determine base compensation decisions on several factors, including as geographic placement, role-specific knowledge, skills, and/or experience. In addition to our base salary offerings, we also provide equity grants for all new hires.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
From QuEra Computing's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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