Atom Computing

Quantum Error Correction Software Engineer

Atom Computing$155K — $185K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related field.
  • Experience with quantum error correction theory practices.
  • Previous software development experience for quantum computers in academic or industry settings.
  • Proficiency in Python and familiarity with compiled languages like Rust, C, or C++.
  • Ability to translate research into functional production code.
  • Strong collaboration skills with professionals in software development, physics, and engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research on quantum error correcting codes and fault-tolerant schemes.
  • Design and implement demonstrations of fault-tolerant quantum computation.
  • Execute real-time decoding and classical feedforward during quantum processes.
  • Set up and maintain databases for error correction tasks.
  • Compile quantum circuits for various applications.
  • Analyze data from quantum hardware to evaluate error-corrected computation.
  • Simulate fault-tolerant quantum computation scenarios.
  • Estimate resources needed for fault-tolerant quantum applications.

Benefits

  • Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
  • Unlimited paid time off for work-life balance.
  • 401K company matching to support retirement savings.
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance for security during unforeseen events.
  • Flexible spending account (FSA) options and dependent care benefits.
  • Life insurance coverage for peace of mind.
  • Daily snacks, drinks, and catered team lunches to foster a collaborative workplace.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a software engineer with a background in quantum information theory to contribute to the architecture and strategy of error correction in neutral atom quantum computers. Atomic qubit arrays provide a path to the large-scale quantum computers that will deliver fault-tolerant, error-corrected logical qubits.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Research efforts related to quantum error correcting codes and fault-tolerant schemes
  • Designing and implementing demonstrations of fault-tolerant quantum computation
  • Real-time decoding and classical feedforward during fault-tolerant quantum computation
  • Setup and maintenance of databases
  • Compilation of quantum circuits
  • Analyzing data generated from quantum hardware performing error corrected computation
  • Simulation of fault-tolerant quantum computation
  • Resource estimation for fault-tolerant quantum applications


Experience & Education

  • PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • Experience with quantum error correction theory


Qualifications

  • Must have previous experience developing software for quantum computers in industry and/or academia and a solid grasp of quantum computing and quantum information concepts.
  • Coding proficiency in Python and one or more compiled languages such as Rust, C, or C++, and familiarity with Git version control.
  • Willingness to learn AMO physics or quantum mechanics concepts as required.
  • Documented ability to translate research results into functional production code.
  • Ability to effectively collaborate with software developers, physicists, and engineers in complementary disciplines.
  • Temperamentally suited to work at a fast-growing, early-stage startup: self-motivated, humble, driven, collaborative, and with a high tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty.


Atom Computing provides a wide variety of perks and benefits, including fully paid medical,

dental, and vision insurance for our employees and their dependents. Additionally, unlimited paid time off, 401K company matching, short- and long-term disability, FSA, dependent care benefits, and life insurance. We also offer drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches in our offices, every day!

The base salary range for this position is between $155,000 - $185,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer an annual bonus and equity in the company.

About Atom Computing

Atom Computing is a quantum computing company that is developing a scalable quantum computer using neutral atoms. The company was founded in 2018 by Benjamin Bloom, who is a professor of physics at the University of California, Berkeley. Atom Computing's approach to quantum computing is based on neutral atoms, which are more stable than other qubit technologies. The company has raised $15 million in seed funding from Venrock, Innovation Endeavors, Prelude Ventures, and DCVC.
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2018

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