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Principal Quantum Systems Modeling Engineer

Microsoft· Quantum Engineering
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Santa Barbara, CA, Redmond, WA$142.8k - $274.8kfull-timePosted 3w ago

About the role

Lead integrated performance-modeling for a next-generation topological quantum computing platform, connecting physical qubit behavior, control/readout performance, quantum error correction, and workloads to predict system-level outcomes and guide architecture across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

  • Define the technical vision and roadmap for the end-to-end system performance model for a topological quantum computing platform, connecting physical qubit behavior to representative quantum workloads and system-level outcomes.
  • Integrate subsystem modeling efforts across quantum error correction, qubit performance, readout, and the pulsing and control chain into a consistent performance-prediction framework.
  • Define interfaces, assumptions, and validation criteria for subsystem models, and work with domain experts to resolve inconsistencies, quantify uncertainty, and close modeling gaps.
  • Develop common frameworks that compose multiple analytical and simulation models.
  • Use integrated models to evaluate architectural trade-offs, identify performance gaps and critical uncertainties, and influence technical roadmaps across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Leverage modern AI tools to accelerate model integration, rapid prototyping, performance analysis, and engineering productivity while maintaining rigorous validation and traceability.

Qualifications

  • Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment; OR Master’s Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment; OR Bachelor’s Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment; OR equivalent experience.

Skills

Required:System performance modelingSubsystem modeling integrationModel interfaces and validation
Nice to have:Modular/composable modeling frameworks
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