Quantum Error Correction Manager - Software

Atom Computing • Berkeley, CA

3d • $180,000 - $220,000

About The Position

At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing. As a QEC Manager with a software focus, you will manage a team of approximately 5 direct reports working to develop software to support theoretical and experimental efforts to implement scalable fault-tolerant quantum computing using neutral atom qubits. Day-to-day responsibilities range from project management, software architecture decisions, budgeting decisions, technical mentoring, and individual technical contributions.

Requirements

• PhD in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• At least 3 years of relevant industry experience
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse team of experimental physicists, hardware, and software engineers
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a changing work environment
• Ability to hire the best talent from academia and industry
• Experience with quantum information theory and quantum error correction
• Familiarity with Python and at least one compiled language such as C, C++, or Rust
• Strong understanding of best practices for software development

Responsibilities

• Hire and manage a team of high-performing QEC researchers and software engineers.
• Contribute 30-50% of your time towards hands-on QEC/SW projects
• Maintain ongoing communication with other technical managers, project leaders, and team members to ensure work is allocated effectively and efficiently
• Help to provide logistical support to create the infrastructure for the team to accomplish their goals.

Benefits

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees and their dependents
• Unlimited paid time off
• 401K company matching
• Short- and long-term disability
• FSA
• Dependent care benefits
• Life insurance
• Drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches in our offices, every day

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree