Quantum Software Engineer - Error Correction

Infleqtion•Chicago, IL

47d

About The Position

The newly hired QECT is responsible for designing and optimizing error correcting codes (QECs) for experimental quantum computing devices, modeling and analyzing QEC schemes, and advancing the understanding of QEC.

Responsibilities

Identify and pursue research that advances the understanding of QEC theory, techniques, and implementation in experimental quantum computing devices
Develop and optimize QEC protocols tailored to experimental gate-based quantum computing devices, with a primary focus on neutral atom platforms
Use mathematical models and numerical simulations to analyze the behavior and performance of QEC protocols
Develop and implement custom QEC decoders
Contribute to the identification and mitigation of noise processes in quantum systems
Collaborate with experimental physicists and software engineers to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical implementation
Communicate and interpret cutting-edge research in both theory and experiment with colleagues
Engage with the broader scientific community by publishing research findings in scientific journals and presenting at conferences
Stay up to date with the latest developments in QEC and related field
Provide guidance and support to other team members, fostering a collaborative research environment