Member of Technical Staff, Full Time, Remote
Posted on August 18th, 2023.
Unitary Fund is a 501(c)(3) non-profit research group helping build a quantum technology industry that benefits the most people. We support the community, e.g., running a grant program to support the development of new open source quantum software, and we do our own research on key projects for the ecosystem.
Role - Member of the Technical Staff
We’re hiring Members of Technical Staff to work on Unitary Fund software research projects focused on quantum error mitigation. You will develop software and perform research as part of a sponsored research project led by Unitary Fund, in collaboration with key players from the industry and research sector.
You will further implement quantum error mitigation techniques in quantum computing research projects related to the open source software development of Mitiq and its integration with new software packages. You will perform research and software development related to novel applications of quantum error mitigation, including algorithm compilation on analog and quantum computing architectures and quantum resource estimation of algorithms.
Applications are open. Submit your application here.
About You:
- 2+ years of software engineering work experience (not necessarily quantum related) OR 2+ years of research experience in quantum information such as in a PhD program
- Track record of building and launching software with small teams
- Excited to make quantum technologies better, easier, and more accessible
Bonuses:
- Track record of learning/building with quantum computing packages and software (e.g. any of these open source projects)
- Experience with full stack web development
- Being an active member of the Unitary Fund community
- Experience as Mitiq user or contributor
- Performed work on quantum error mitigation, quantum compilers, algorithms or quantum resource estimation
- Experience with cloud-accessible QPUs
WORK HOURS & BENEFITS
Flexible Hours - We are happy to accommodate complex schedules or limitations, and care more about the work getting done than the times you’re sitting at your computer.
Alignment - Being a small team, we will be seeking a collaborator who aligns with our culture, we would love for it to be a delight to work together.
Whole Self - Our team is made up of smart, caring humans who take time to know one another personally and cater to individual needs or perspectives.
Remote - We work remotely, across many time zones.
International - We work globally with many cultures and institutions. (for US employees) - full 401k plan and healthcare benefits
Unitary Fund is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Applications are open. Submit your application here.