Infleqtion delivers high-value quantum information precisely where it is needed. By operating at the Edge, our software-configured, quantum-enabled products deliver unmatched levels of precision and power, generating streams of high-value information for commercial organizations, the United States, and allied governments. With 16 years of ColdQuanta's pioneering quantum research as our foundation, our hardware products and AI-powered solutions address critical market needs in PNT, global communication security and efficiency, resilient energy distribution, and accelerated quantum computing. We currently have offices in Austin, TX; Boulder, CO; Chicago, IL; Louisville, CO; Madison, WI; Melbourne, AU; and Oxford, UK. Learn how Infleqtion is revolutionizing how we communicate, navigate, and discover at www.infleqtion.com. We are recruiting for a Quantum Software Engineer (QSE).
Location
This position is a full-time, hybrid-based position which will be located in our Chicago, IL office.
Position Summary
The newly hired QSE will be responsible for developing and delivering optimizations that span the full quantum software stack, from applications to compiler to hardware/controls.
Key Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities outlined below include essential functions of the role. Depending on business needs, this role may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
- Deploy software optimizations to our cloud platform (Superstaq - our optimized quantum compilation software platform) with industry-grade software engineering procedures including documentation, linting, testing, and type-checking
- Interface with customers of Superstaq to understand their needs and support them in a timely fashion
- Conduct Ramp;D toward cutting-edge advances in quantum technology. Write and manage funding proposals to multi-million-dollar programs across the globe
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree computer science, engineering, physics or directly related field
- Experience with open-source quantum software frameworks such as Cirq or Qiskit; Ideal candidates will have experience not only using these libraries but also modifying them
- Candidates should have familiarity with both software development and quantum computation.
- Fluency in Python programming
- Ability to work and communicate with all levels of an organization; professional-level communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to effectively share information with technical and non-technical staff, both in writing and orally
- Demonstrated ability to learn new and complex topics quickly
- Demonstrated ability to work comfortably in a highly collaborative, cross-functional, team-oriented, and matrixed environment
- Desire and demonstrated ability to thrive and produce results in a fluid, dynamic, and fast-paced environment
- Passion for solving hard problems and challenges in a highly technical and scientific environment
- Resourceful problem-solver who collaboratively identifies effective paths forward with demonstrated expertise in executing hardware-intensive research and development efforts
- Strong work ethic and drive; Appetite for working at the frontiers of quantum technology
- Ability to travel domestically and (potentially) internationally up to 15%
- This role requires that you do not require sponsorship or a work visa transfer
This position may require access to information protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Please note that any offer for employment may be conditioned on authorization to receive software or technology controlled under these U.S. export control laws and regulations without sponsorship for an export license.
Benefits
The targeted base salary for this role is $105,000 to $140,000 on an annualized basis plus our Annual Incentive Plan and Stock Option Grants.
In addition to your base compensation, we offer a generous Total Rewards program which includes:
- 100% company paid Employee coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short/Long Term Disability insurance programs
- Employer funded Health Savings Account
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- 401(k) safe harbor contribution
- Company paid Life and ADamp;D Insurance
- Flexible Savings Account
- Paid FMLA Leave
- Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Employer Assistance Progra