Senior Quantum Applied Research Scientist, Physics Modeling

NVIDIA

NVIDIA is looking for a Senior Quantum Applied Research Scientist at the intersection of quantum device physics and advanced modeling. Engage in cutting-edge research to enhance the quantum ecosystem.

Posted 6/9/2026full-timeRedmond • California, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $192,000 - $304,750 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research and develop advanced physics-based models and scalable simulation frameworks.
Build physics-informed synthetic data generation pipelines that leverage quantum device models, noise channels, and Hamiltonian characterization to produce high-quality datasets.
Develop detailed noise models of quantum hardware that capture device physics, decoherence, and drift behavior, enabling accurate performance prediction and parameter inference without full experimental overhead.
Develop GPU-accelerated implementations to ensure the full simulation and modeling pipeline scales.
Communicate research findings and collaborate with academic and industry partners to advance the field, while championing rapid innovation, technical depth, and creative problem solving.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Masters Degree in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field (Ph.D. strongly preferred); or equivalent experience.
8+ years of combined experience and high impact in quantum systems, physics-based modeling, simulation, or related research areas.
Hands-on expertise in developing high-fidelity models of physical systems, including numerical simulation and model validation.
Strong background in quantum device physics and information science, including noise models, error mechanisms, and fault-tolerant quantum systems across one or more qubit modalities.
Broad understanding of quantum control, such as pulse-level hardware interfaces and classical feedback through software abstractions.
Experience with scalable computing or accelerated systems for simulation, numerical methods, or modeling workflows.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

equity
health insurance
comprehensive benefits package

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Hard Skills & Tools

quantum systemsphysics-based modelingsimulationnumerical simulationmodel validationquantum device physicsnoise modelserror mechanismsfault-tolerant quantum systemsGPU-accelerated implementations

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationcreative problem solvingtechnical depthrapid innovation

Certifications

Masters Degree in PhysicsMasters Degree in Computer ScienceMasters Degree in Electrical EngineeringMasters Degree in Applied MathematicsPh.D. in related field