Quantum Algorithms Developer

Booz Allen Hamilton•Washington, DC
•$77,600 - $176,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Quantum Algorithms Developer leverages scientific, technical, and software development expertise to advance quantum computing and build programs that scale for AI and quantum computing. The role works closely with customers to understand their needs and provide quantum support in laboratory or agile software development environments. It applies software engineering to solve problems and design, develop, and maintain quantum systems; builds technical collaborations; identifies growth opportunities for quantum and AI businesses; and develops minimum viable products for customers. The position also develops frameworks and programs that use the most appropriate computational resources for each customer use case.

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of experience in software development or quantum algorithms.
  • Experience in laboratory or Agile software development environments.
  • Experience with quantum algorithms, quantum software development, or quantum computing applications.
  • Experience with Python, C, C++, or Rust.
  • Knowledge of quantum computing hardware, control electronics, and environmental control requirements.
  • Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience managing teams of scientists, engineers, or developers.
  • Experience in quantum materials, qubit control, or quantum information science, demonstrated through professional experience or publications.
  • Experience researching quantum mechanics and the quantum effects enabling quantum computing, quantum sensing, or quantum networking.
  • Excellent collaboration skills across different technical backgrounds.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for conveying complex concepts.
  • Master's degree in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering; a doctorate in Physics, Material Science, or Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is a plus.
  • Certification related to quantum materials, qubit control, or quantum information science.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with customers to understand their needs and provide direct quantum support in a laboratory or agile software development environment.
  • Apply software engineering expertise to problem-solving, design, development, and maintenance of quantum systems.
  • Identify and grow technical collaborations that support engineering advancements.
  • Identify growth areas for quantum and artificial intelligence businesses and build customer-focused MVPs.
  • Build software frameworks and programs that use suitable computational resources for customer use cases.

Benefits

  • Health, life, and disability benefits.
  • Financial and retirement benefits.
  • Paid leave.
  • Professional development.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • Work-life programs.
  • Dependent care.
  • Recognition awards for exceptional performance and demonstration of company values.
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