Research Scientist jobs in United States
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Responsible Investing, Summer Research Assistant, Internship
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Posted: 10/19/2026Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in superconducting qubit physics and RF engineering, with a strong focus on calibrating two-qubit gates and developing runtime calibration methods. Proficient in software development for qubit measurement and control, utilizing programming languages such as Python, C++, or Rust.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Superconducting Qubit PhysicsCalibration Of Two-Qubit GatesFPGA ComputePython ProgrammingResearch Experience
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesPythonRustC++
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Design and test novel calibration techniques for two-qubit gates across different hardware architectures
- Develop scalable protocols for processor optimization, including cross-talk mitigation, leakage reduction, and defect mitigation
- Conduct research in runtime control strategies leveraging low-latency compute
- Collaborate with engineering and product teams to translate ideas and research outcomes into production-level software
- Explain, document, and present research solutions in accessible language
- Advance control and calibration of superconducting quantum hardware
- Develop runtime calibration methods for optimizing two-qubit gates
- Push calibration execution closer to hardware using FPGA compute and low-latency communication with the compute host
Requirements
What you’ll need- Advanced degree in Physics, Engineering, or a closely related discipline
- PhD preferred; exceptional candidates with previous industry experience may be considered
- 3+ years of experience conducting research in a relevant field
- Deep understanding of superconducting qubit physics and RF engineering
- Expertise calibrating two-qubit gates for transmon architectures, including tunable couplers, parametric gates, and cross-resonance
- Experience with the calibration control stack, signal chain, and FPGAs
- Understanding of software development best practices
- Experience developing software modules for qubit measurement and control using Python, C++, or Rust
Benefits
Comp & perks- Annual discretionary bonuses may be available
- Equity potential
- Competitive benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
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Hard Skills
Calibration TechniquesProcessor OptimizationRuntime Control StrategiesSignal ChainSoftware Development Best Practices
Soft Skills
CollaborationCommunicationDocumentation
Tools & Technologies
FPGALow-Latency Communication
Certifications & Qualifications
Advanced Degree In PhysicsPhD Preferred
Industry Keywords
Transmon ArchitecturesTunable CouplersParametric GatesCross-ResonanceQubit Measurement And Control
