Quantum Hardware Physicist - Associate at Nord Quantique, Sherbrooke, QC, Canada. A mid-level full time position in the Engineering team, listed under software engineering.
Our current needs As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an exceptional individual with a solid track record of experimental work in quantum computing with superconducting circuits. This person will assist our team in developing and scaling up our technology. The Quantum Hardware Team operates as the end user at the heart of Nord Quantique, responsible for delivering improved quantum processor performance integrated into larger systems. More specifically, this individual will contribute to experimental campaigns that push our hardware capabilities and continuously deepen our understanding of the science behind it. The person will develop new methods and hardware.
Working in close collaboration with Quantum Theory, EM Design and Software teams, the candidate will:
Lead and execute experimental projects to push hardware capabilities
Perform measurements to benchmark quantum error correction and gate performance
Implement novel quantum error correction codes and gate schemes with Quantum Theory team
Generate and validate calibration routines to improve performance
Digest scientific data and feedback to the EM Design and Quantum Theory teams
Sought expertise and knowledge
Experimental quantum computing in any hardware platform
RF and pulsed measurement of qubits
Analysis of experimental data
Advanced level in English, to communicate with international team members
Circuit QED, an asset
Python know-how and git best practices, an asset
Intermediate knowledge of French, an asset
Nord Quantique is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in its training, workplaces, and activities. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and traditionally marginalized groups.
Requirements
PhD or MS + 2 years experience in experimental physics