Quantum Error Correction Control Systems Engineer

IBM

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Yorktown Heights, NY
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12 days ago

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TL;DR · Quantum Error Correction Control Systems Engineer

As a QEC Control Systems Engineer at this pioneering research facility in Yorktown Heights, you will join a cross-disciplinary team of experts to develop and validate control systems for fault-tolerant quantum computers. Your daily tasks include designing tools for scalable emulation, tracing, and debugging of system operations, as well as building realistic models and benchmarks to evaluate performance and drive improvements in architecture and component design. The ideal candidate has experience with real-time software prototyping, resource estimation, and collaboration across diverse teams. Proficiency in Python, Rust, or C++ is essential, along with a solid understanding of quantum information and classical computer engineering. Additionally, familiarity with experimental RF or microwave control systems and FPGA design will be highly beneficial as you tackle the complex challenges of scaling up quantum computing technology.

What you'll do

  • Define and develop scalable emulation tools for fault-tolerant quantum computers.
  • Validate control systems through realistic models and benchmarks of system components.
  • Prototype and evaluate novel approaches for the control architecture of quantum computers.
  • Collaborate on stress testing and resource estimation to improve system design.
  • Build debugging tools for experimental real-time RF or microwave control systems.

What we're looking for

  • Extensive experience in prototyping real-time software systems.
  • Proficiency in Python, Rust, or C++ for software development.
  • Expertise in quantum information and error correction principles.
  • Hands-on experience with experimental RF/microwave control systems.
  • Ability to design and debug real-time software for evolving technologies.
  • Knowledge of classical computer engineering and FPGA/HDL design.

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