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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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The Principal Quantum Applications Architect joins the Microsoft Quantum team to develop applications for fault-tolerant quantum computers. This role focuses on the chemistry, cryptography, and simulation of physical systems. You will build and refine quantum algorithms for cryptanalysis and simulation, design novel quantum cryptographic schemes, and develop models to estimate the cost and practicality of algorithms on scaled quantum computers. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting simulations to optimize quantum system architectures, driving mathematical research, and collaborating across teams. Required skills include experience in commercial software, compilers, scientific, or cybersecurity computing applications. Preferred qualifications include high-performance computing, cryptology, and quantum programming languages. You will work in an AI-first environment to accelerate research and discovery while solving complex problems at the intersection of high-performance computing and quantum information technology.
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