Senior Research Scientist - Fault Tolerant Quantum Algorithms
Core
Develop next-generation fault-tolerant quantum algorithms to solve complex problems in drug discovery, materials science, and financial modeling using IonQ's trapped-ion quantum computers.
Role type
Senior Research Scientist (Fault-Tolerant Quantum Algorithms)
Builds
Core IP, computational resource models, implementation libraries, and end-to-end workflows for fault-tolerant quantum computing.
Domain
Quantum Computing / High-Performance Computing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | research
Required skills
Fault-tolerant quantum computing (FTQC) algorithms, C++, Python, Qiskit, algorithm benchmarking, hybrid end-to-end solution development, CI/CD, government contract support
Preferred skills
Experience with trapped-ion quantum computers, economic development/standards in quantum community, optimizing algorithm performance via theoretical equations and engineering
Technologies
C++, Python, Qiskit, IonQ Tempo
Responsibilities
Develop fault-tolerant quantum solutions for scientific and commercial impact; define and solve real-world problems using IonQ quantum computers; compare FTQC vs NISQ vs classical HPC algorithms; publish results in high-impact journals and conferences
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
