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Software Developer - Quantum Computing

Aquila

Software Developer - Quantum Computing

Lexington, MA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Clearance Requirements: Secret

    Aquila is seeking a Software Engineer - Quantum Computing to join our team in supporting one of this country's premier defense research organizations. The right candidate will be part of a team that conducts quantum information science research from a shared foundation of innovative control signal design, outstanding fabrication tools and well-equipped measurement infrastructure. The group is seeking a software engineer to support quantum computing experiments. This individual will work with a team of researchers to build, test, and maintain software to control a quantum computer. The candidate will also interact more broadly with a team of experts in superconducting qubit theory, design, fabrication, and measurement to push forward the leading edge of superconducting quantum processor capabilities. Responsibilities will include building, testing, and maintaining software to control a quantum computer, documenting code and communicating developments with experimental team, and performing data analysis and visualization.

    Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team are strongly encouraged to apply.

    Required Experience:

    • Proficiency in Python or similar object oriented languages (5 years)
    • Git (2 years)
    • Familiarity with Agile development workflows
    • Basic data science
    • Able to effectively communicate with technical staff and technicians within and outside of field of specialization

    Preferred Experience:

    • Databasing (SQL or NoSQL)
    • Machine learning protocols (Pytorch or TensorFlow)
    • Experience with automated analysis and large datasets

    Qualifications

    • A science background. Bachelor of Science Degree plus 5 years of relevant experience or a Master of Science Degree and 3 years of relevant experience.
    • Willingness to undergo an extensive background investigation and maintain government issued security clearance.
    • Able to obtain and maintain a personal security clearance.


    Telecommute: Hybrid onsite/telecommute. Must be a commutable distance to the facility.

    Travel: No

     

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