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QEC Calibration Engineer(m/w/x)
Calibrating quantum processors for fault-tolerant computing and developing control software. Two years of superconducting QPU calibration experience required. Hybrid setup, flexible hours.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of quantum computing and QPU physics
- At least two years of experience calibrating superconducting QPUs (single-qubit gates, two-qubit gates, readout, or other quantum operations)
- Experience with data analysis in Python
- Ability to execute experiments independently and analyze complex data
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good communication skills and teamwork ability
- PhD or MSc in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Several years of relevant experience in quantum computing or related areas
- Experience calibrating large-scale superconducting QPUs
- Experience developing leakage reduction units or reset methods
- Experience running quantum error correction experiments
- Knowledge of QEC theory and error modeling
- Experience with professional software development, including version control and collaboration tools like Gitlab
- Hands-on and motivated to work on real quantum hardware challenges
- Curious and driven to improve QEC performance and system-level behavior
- Collaborative and able to work across interdisciplinary teams
- Detail-oriented with a strong data-driven mindset
- Ambitious about advancing fault-tolerant quantum computing
Tasks
- Calibrate quantum processors for fault-tolerant computing
- Implement and execute QEC experiments
- Analyze system performance and report results
- Develop control software and calibration strategies
- Improve QPU calibration methods for QEC
- Develop quantum operations like readout and reset
- Reduce leakage in quantum systems
- Conduct QEC benchmark and demonstration experiments
- Identify and define technology-stack requirements
- Analyze experimental data and report findings
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Support knowledge sharing and mentoring
- Participate in daily and weekly technical meetings
Work Experience
- 2 years
Education
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Tools & Technologies
- Python
- Gitlab
Benefits
Flexible Working
- Hybrid setups
- Flexible hours
Purpose-Driven Work
- Sustainable performance focus
Informal Culture
- Approachable leadership
- Flat hierarchy
Startup Environment
- Direct access to leaders
- Fast-paced environment
- Hackathon participation
- Market shaping opportunities
Bonuses & Incentives
- Top performer recognition
Career Advancement
- Publishing opportunities
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QEC Calibration Engineer(m/w/x)
Calibrating quantum processors for fault-tolerant computing and developing control software. Two years of superconducting QPU calibration experience required. Hybrid setup, flexible hours.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of quantum computing and QPU physics
- At least two years of experience calibrating superconducting QPUs (single-qubit gates, two-qubit gates, readout, or other quantum operations)
- Experience with data analysis in Python
- Ability to execute experiments independently and analyze complex data
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good communication skills and teamwork ability
- PhD or MSc in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Several years of relevant experience in quantum computing or related areas
- Experience calibrating large-scale superconducting QPUs
- Experience developing leakage reduction units or reset methods
- Experience running quantum error correction experiments
- Knowledge of QEC theory and error modeling
- Experience with professional software development, including version control and collaboration tools like Gitlab
- Hands-on and motivated to work on real quantum hardware challenges
- Curious and driven to improve QEC performance and system-level behavior
- Collaborative and able to work across interdisciplinary teams
- Detail-oriented with a strong data-driven mindset
- Ambitious about advancing fault-tolerant quantum computing
Tasks
- Calibrate quantum processors for fault-tolerant computing
- Implement and execute QEC experiments
- Analyze system performance and report results
- Develop control software and calibration strategies
- Improve QPU calibration methods for QEC
- Develop quantum operations like readout and reset
- Reduce leakage in quantum systems
- Conduct QEC benchmark and demonstration experiments
- Identify and define technology-stack requirements
- Analyze experimental data and report findings
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Support knowledge sharing and mentoring
- Participate in daily and weekly technical meetings
Work Experience
- 2 years
Education
- Master's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
Tools & Technologies
- Python
- Gitlab
Benefits
Flexible Working
- Hybrid setups
- Flexible hours
Purpose-Driven Work
- Sustainable performance focus
Informal Culture
- Approachable leadership
- Flat hierarchy
Startup Environment
- Direct access to leaders
- Fast-paced environment
- Hackathon participation
- Market shaping opportunities
Bonuses & Incentives
- Top performer recognition
Career Advancement
- Publishing opportunities
About the Company
IQM Quantum Computers
Industry
IT
Description
The company is a global leader in designing, building, and selling superconducting quantum computers.
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