Quantum Algorithm Researcher

Paris, Île-de-France, France - Full-time

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The Job:

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As part of the Algorithms and Distributed Quantum Computing Team in Paris, you will be an integral part of Welinq’s quantum computing research team. You will contribute to the development of distributed quantum computing software and the implementation of quantum algorithms that leverage distributed and multi-core architectures to tackle complex computational challenges. As a Quantum Algorithm Researcher, you will join our growing R&D team to:

• Implement quantum algorithms for distributed and multi-core quantum architectures; 

• Design and develop software solutions and for distributed quantum computing;

• Translate theoretical quantum algorithms into practical implementations, collaborating closely with our quantum hardware team, as well as end-users of quantum computing and quantum computer providers; 

• Conduct testing and performance analysis of quantum software components;

• Collaborate between our multi-disciplinary team of quantum physicists, engineers, and software developers to explore the synergies between quantum hardware and software; 

• Keep up-to-date with the latest advancements in quantum software, quantum algorithms, quantum networking and distributed computing. Apply state-of-the-art technique to drive our quantum research forward; 

• Publish research papers, presenting findings at conferences and contributing to the quantum science and technology community; 

• Contribute to the generation of intellectual property though patents and novel algorithm designs

‍Required qualifications and Experience: 

• Experience in quantum algorithm implementation, design and simulation;

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex computational challenges;

• A team player who can work effectively within a collaborative research environment. 
  

• A PhD in Quantum Computing, Quantum Networking, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or related field.

‍Preferred qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience in quantum software and tools commonly used in quantum computing, such as Qiskit, Cirq, Pennylane or equivalent. 

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C/C++;

• Experience in distributed quantum computing will be considered as a significant advantage; 

• Demonstrated track record of publications in renowned quantum science and technology journals and conferences; 

• Potential to lead and mentor a team of researchers in the future

• Understanding of the interface between quantum hardware and algorithm design.

• Academic achievements and publications in quantum algorithms or distributed quantum computing will be highly valued.

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Diversity

Welinq provides equal opportunity in all our employment practices to all qualified employees and applicants with regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military status, genetic information or any other category protected by state laws. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, layoff, return from layoff, training and social, and recreational programs. All such employment decisions will be made without unlawfully discriminating on any prohibited basis.

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