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Work type: On-site
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Salary: $165,600–$296,400 / yr
Posted: 60 days ago

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This role $231k

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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

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As a Principal Quantum Applications Architect at Microsoft’s cutting-edge Quantum team, you will lead the development of algorithms and applications for fault-tolerant quantum computers, working closely with world-class scientists and engineers. Your daily tasks include designing advanced toolsets to model quantum applications on various hardware architectures, optimizing quantum circuits, and collaborating across teams to advance qubit modeling, error correction, and application workflows. Ideal candidates possess a deep understanding of high-performance computing, quantum algorithms, and classical simulation techniques, along with expertise in applied mathematics and strong problem-solving skills. Proficiency in relevant programming languages such as Python or C++, alongside experience in software development, compilers, and scientific applications, is essential for this role that aims to tackle some of the most challenging problems in quantum computing today.

Skills

Python C++ Q# TensorFlow PyTorch OpenFermion ProjectQ IBM_Qiskit Microsoft_QSharp GitHub GitLab Azure AWS Google_Cloud_Platform CI/CD Docker Kubernetes PostgreSQL MongoDB

What you'll do

Design algorithms and applications for fault-tolerant quantum computers.
Develop toolsets to model quantum applications on various hardware architectures.
Apply new techniques for optimizing quantum circuit compilation based on application needs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams within Microsoft Quantum to drive innovation.
Contribute to the development of hybrid quantum-classical workflows.

What we're looking for

Doctorate or equivalent experience with 5+ years in relevant fields like computer science, mathematics, physics.
Master's degree or equivalent experience with 6+ years in software development, compilers, scientific computing applications.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with 8+ years in multi-component systems and collaborative environments.
8+ years of experience working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
6+ years of expertise in high-performance computing, quantum algorithms, error correction, and simulation.
Experience developing and implementing algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum systems.

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