Principal Software Engineer

Microsoft

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Work type: On-site
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Salary: $142,800–$274,800 / yr
Posted: 69 days ago

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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 Software Engineer on our cutting-edge quantum computing team, you will play a pivotal role in developing scalable commercial quantum computers. Your responsibilities include designing and implementing system software that initializes and runs quantum components as part of an integrated engineering stack. You will develop novel algorithms to solve complex computational problems, work on Quantum Error Correction techniques, and collaborate with hardware designers and experimentalists. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in programming languages such as C++, Python, or Rust, along with a background in software development for commercial applications, compilers, and multi-component systems. This role requires expertise in cloud computing, AI, and quantum computing, as well as the ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where you will contribute to groundbreaking advancements in quantum technology.

Skills

Python C++ Java Go Rust Linux Windows Git Docker CI/CD AWS Azure Google Cloud Platform PostgreSQL MongoDB Quantum Computing AI Cloud Computing Quantum Error Correction

What you'll do

Design and implement Microsoft Quantum software subsystems for quantum hardware.
Develop and integrate system software responsible for initializing and running quantum components.
Create novel algorithms to solve computationally hard problems using quantum computing techniques.
Work on real-time quantum stack, including Quantum Error Correction techniques.
Collaborate with experimentalists and hardware designers on current and future designs.
Administer and develop Windows environments relevant to quantum software projects.

What we're looking for

Doctorate in Computer Science or related field with 7+ years industry experience.
Master's Degree in relevant field with 8+ years industry experience.
Bachelor's Degree in relevant field with 12+ years industry experience.
6+ years programming experience in related languages.
Experience developing commercial software, compilers, and scientific computing applications.
Self-motivated team player capable of deep technical dives.
Excellent problem-solving skills and understanding of software development practices.

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