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Work type
On-site
Location
Redmond, WA
Salary
$84,200–$165,200 / yr
Posted
56 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $181k
This role $125k
$66k most similar roles pay here $253k

This role pays less than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $155,000–$207,350 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $125k versus about $181k for comparable roles.

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About Microsoft

Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing

Microsoft currently has 1103 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · | Microsoft Careers

As a Software Engineer at Microsoft Quantum, you will join a cutting-edge team dedicated to developing scalable quantum computing solutions. Your daily tasks will involve writing and maintaining code for the quantum software stack, including SDKs, UX, APIs, and hybrid cloud infrastructure, ensuring seamless execution of quantum programs. You will apply best practices in software engineering and large language models (LLMs) to build innovative tools for quantum algorithm developers, researchers, and scientists. Key responsibilities include creating reusable code, participating in code reviews, collaborating with stakeholders to determine user requirements, and contributing to the operations of live services on a rotational basis. The role requires proficiency in languages such as C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python, and familiarity with Microsoft’s Responsible AI guidelines for generative AI solutions. This position offers an unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of quantum computing at scale.

What you'll do

  • Writes and maintains code for quantum software and infrastructure.
  • Applies best practices to develop robust SDKs, APIs, and UX for quantum computing.
  • Reviews and enhances code quality in collaboration with team members.
  • Incorporates user feedback into feature designs and continuous improvement cycles.
  • Contributes to the operations of live services on a rotational basis.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field with 1+ years of technical engineering experience.
  • Proficiency in coding languages such as C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, and Python.
  • Experience evaluating agentic solutions using measurable metrics and human-in-the-loop safeguards.
  • Knowledge of software development best practices for large-scale projects.
  • Ability to contribute to the design and implementation of quantum computing software stacks.
  • Participation in code reviews and continuous improvement processes.
  • Understanding of Microsoft Responsible AI requirements for generative AI.

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