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NVIDIA

Senior Quantum Applied Research Scientist, Physics Modeling

NVIDIA

. Research and develop advanced physics-based models and scalable simulation frameworks .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $192,000 - $304,750 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in developing advanced physics-based models and scalable simulation frameworks for quantum systems, with a strong focus on noise modeling, parameter inference, and GPU-accelerated implementations. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate complex research findings.

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Quantum Device PhysicsGPU Programming with CUDAPhysics-Based ModelingSimulation Framework DevelopmentNoise Modeling and Validation

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Hard Skills
Quantum SystemsNumerical SimulationModel ValidationParameter EstimationUncertainty QuantificationHamiltonian LearningData AugmentationPulse-Level Hardware InterfacesClassical FeedbackFault-Tolerant Quantum Systems
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationCollaboration Skills
Tools & Technologies
NVIDIA GPUCUDASimulation FrameworksDigital TwinsCalibration Workflows
Certifications & Qualifications
Masters Degree in PhysicsMasters Degree in Computer ScienceMasters Degree in Electrical EngineeringMasters Degree in Applied MathematicsPh.D. in Related Field
Industry Keywords
Quantum ControlNoise ChannelsDecoherenceDrift BehaviorSynthetic Data Generation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Research and develop advanced physics-based models and scalable simulation frameworks
  • Build physics-informed synthetic data generation pipelines leveraging quantum device models, noise channels, and Hamiltonian characterization
  • Develop detailed quantum hardware noise models capturing device physics, decoherence, and drift behavior
  • Enable accurate performance prediction and parameter inference without full experimental overhead
  • Develop GPU-accelerated implementations to scale the full simulation and modeling pipeline
  • Translate qubit physics into performant, accelerated modeling systems for fault-tolerant quantum computing in offline and real-time applications
  • Communicate research findings and collaborate with academic and industry partners
  • Collaborate with teams across Product, Engineering, and Applied Research

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Masters Degree in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field (Ph.D. strongly preferred); or equivalent experience
  • 8+ years of combined experience and high impact in quantum systems, physics-based modeling, simulation, or related research areas
  • Hands-on expertise in developing high-fidelity models of physical systems, including numerical simulation and model validation
  • Strong background in quantum device physics and information science, including noise models, error mechanisms, and fault-tolerant quantum systems across one or more qubit modalities
  • Broad understanding of quantum control, such as pulse-level hardware interfaces and classical feedback through software abstractions
  • Experience with scalable computing or accelerated systems for simulation, numerical methods, or modeling workflows
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Hands-on experience developing simulation frameworks or digital twins of quantum systems and deploying them in calibration or control workflows, with awareness of fidelity, latency, and scalability tradeoffs
  • Deep expertise in modeling, extracting, and validating noise processes, including system identification, parameter estimation, and uncertainty quantification
  • Experience with physics-informed or generative approaches to synthetic data generation, including noise simulation, Hamiltonian learning, or data augmentation for scientific workflows
  • Experience with modeling of more than one qubit modality, including neutral atom qubits
  • Proficiency with CUDA and NVIDIA GPU programming for accelerating quantum simulation, numerical modeling, or large-scale scientific workloads

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Highly competitive salaries
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Equity
  • Benefits for you and your family