Principal Quantum Systems Modeling Engineer

Microsoft

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$142,800–$274,800 / yr
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9 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday
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Mar 23, 2027

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TL;DR · Principal Quantum Systems Modeling Engineer

The Principal Quantum Systems Modeling Engineer joins the Microsoft Quantum team to lead the integrated performance-modeling capability for a next-generation topological quantum computing platform. This role involves defining the technical vision and roadmap for end-to-end system performance models that connect physical qubit behavior, control and readout performance, and quantum error correction to representative workloads. The engineer will build common frameworks to compose analytical and simulation models, establish rigorous validation practices, and identify architectural trade-offs to influence technical roadmaps across multidisciplinary teams. Key requirements include expertise in quantum computing systems, including physical qubit modeling or control and readout modeling. The candidate must be proficient in developing modular, composable modeling frameworks and utilizing modern AI tools for performance analysis, research synthesis, and workflow automation to accelerate scientific modeling while maintaining strict validation and traceability within the quantum information technology domain.

What you'll do

  • Define the technical vision and roadmap for end-to-end system performance models for topological quantum computing platforms.
  • Integrate subsystem modeling across error correction, qubit performance, readout, and control chains into a unified framework.
  • Establish interfaces, assumptions, and validation criteria for various subsystem models to resolve inconsistencies and quantify uncertainty.
  • Develop common frameworks that compose multiple analytical and simulation models into a consistent prediction system.
  • Use integrated models to evaluate architectural trade-offs and identify performance gaps to influence technical roadmaps.
  • Leverage modern AI tools to accelerate model integration, rapid prototyping, and engineering productivity while maintaining rigorous validation.

What we're looking for

  • A Doctorate in Physics or Engineering with 3+ years of experience, a Master's with 6+ years, or a Bachelor's with 8+ years is required.
  • Candidates must be able to pass Microsoft Cloud Background Checks and meet export control requirements (ITAR/EAR).
  • Candidates must provide proof of citizenship or U.S. permanent residency for access to export-controlled information.
  • Ability to use AI tools to improve engineering productivity, research synthesis, and routine workflow automation is required.
  • Ability to work effectively in an AI-first environment incorporating modern AI tools into hardware development is required.
  • A Doctorate with 5+ years experience, a Master's with 8+ years, or a Bachelor's with 12+ years is preferred.
  • Familiarity with quantum computing systems, including physical qubit modeling or control and readout modeling (preferred).
  • Master’s Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years.

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