Senior Research Scientist, Quantum Error Correction

Q-CTRL

Senior Research Scientist designing and implementing quantum algorithms for Q-CTRL's product offerings. Collaborating across teams to drive real-world innovation in quantum technology.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement efficient and reliable methods to solve key challenges facing real quantum computers.
Stay up to date with advances in quantum computing and QEC research, applying this knowledge to develop cutting-edge methodologies.
Conduct innovative research on aspects of QEC, such as designing and optimizing decoders, developing compilation schemes and computation architectures for FTQC, optimizing logical operation schemes, and using QEC primitives to boost near-term applications.
Utilize methods from a range of fields, including control theory, optimization, machine learning, computer science, and data analysis.
Publish high-impact papers and present at top conferences.
Collaborate with engineering teams to translate ideas into production-quality software.
Explain and present work in clear and accessible language, incorporating feedback and fostering effective collaboration with colleagues.
Use open-source scientific computing packages to build high-quality research code.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A PhD degree in Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
Relevant industry or postdoctoral experience in quantum error correction.
Expertise in top leading QEC codes such as the surface and qLDPC codes.
Expertise in one or more of the following: decoders, compilation, computation architectures.
A track record of conducting impactful research, demonstrated through publications and/or presentations in well-regarded journals and/or conferences.
Experience in developing software for scientific experiments using Python.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexibility
Equity potential
Competitive benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

quantum computingquantum error correctiondecoderscompilation schemescomputation architecturescontrol theoryoptimizationmachine learningdata analysisPython

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationresearchpresentationfeedback incorporation

Certifications

PhD in PhysicsPhD in EngineeringPhD in MathematicsPhD in Computer Science