SeniorQuantum Applications Architect

The Quantum team is working at the forefront of science and technology to bring scalable quantum computing to the world.Microsoft Quantum will change the world of computing and help solve some of humankind's currently unsolvable problems.

We'reseeking aSeniorQuantum Applications Architect todevelopapplicationsfor fault-tolerant quantum computers.Are you enthusiastic about quantum computing and its applications? Do you want to be part of the next revolution in computing? Microsoft is looking for you! We are looking for talented scientists and engineers to join our team to build algorithms and applications for scaled fault-tolerant quantum computers. This is a unique opportunity to work with world-class scientists and engineers to drive innovation across quantum applications, development platforms, and hybrid quantum-classical workflows.

For more information about our team, visit https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/quantum.

Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Asemployeeswe come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

• Work at thecutting-edge ofquantum computing, designingalgorithms andapplications for fault-tolerantquantumcomputers.
• Develop and applyadvanced toolsetsfor modeling quantumapplications on a variety of hardware architectures,determiningthe quantum resources needed to execute them.
• Develop and apply new techniques for application- and architecture-aware quantum circuit compilation and optimization.
• Teamwith world-class engineers, researchers, architects, and leaders, contributing to your career growth.
• Drive cross-group collaboration within Microsoft Quantum's qubit modeling, quantum error correction, and quantum applications teams.

Other:

• Embody ourcultureandvalues.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate in Computer Science,Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences,Software Engineering, or related field AND1+years experience, includingresearch and/ordevelopmentofcommercial software,compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-componentsystems
  • ORmaster's degree inComputer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, Software Engineering, or related fieldAND3+years experience, includingresearch and/or developmentof commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-componentsystems
  • ORbachelor'sdegree inComputer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, Software Engineering, or related fieldAND4+years experience, includingresearch and/or developmentof commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-componentsystems
  • OR equivalent experience.
• 4+years of experiencein one or more of the following areas: high-performance computing, quantum algorithms, quantum error correction, quantum simulation.
• 4+ years of experience in a collaborative environment with demonstrated ability to work effectively across internal and external organizations, with strong communicationand leadership skills.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
  • Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
  • Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations or Export Administration Regulations, the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations.As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of citizenship, U.S. permanent residency, or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. * 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate's citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable.
• Ability to apply AI to accelerate engineeringwhile developing shipping & prototype code.
• Ability to evaluate agentic solutions with measurable metrics and human-in-the-loop safeguards following Microsoft Responsible AI requirements for generative AI.
• Ability toleverageAI tools to drive innovation and efficiency (e.g., performance modeling and analysis, research gathering,day to daytask automation).

Additional Qualifications

• Experience developingandimplementing algorithmsfor quantum applications, preferablyfor fault-tolerant quantum systems.
• Experience with high-performance classical computing methods.
• Skills in applied mathematics or related disciplines.
• Methodical problem-solving andcritical-thinkingabilities.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within adynamic multi-disciplinary team environment.

Quantum Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $158,400 - $258,000 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.