• Research Scientist

    IBM (Yorktown Heights, NY)


    Introduction

     

    Research Scientists at IBM drive the leading edge of quantum computing technologies with the industry’s most advanced hardware and software. Join an elite team of engineers and scientists building a path towards scalable fault tolerant quantum computation.

    Your role and responsibilities

    A successful candidate will lead a team of engineers and coordinate the frequency control of IBM Quantum deployment hardware. Using a combination of machine learning, AI and optimization techniques, the candidate is expected to develop novel methods to generate optimal frequency plans for multi-qubit quantum processors, and will define, assess and quantify architecture-aware yield metrics based on feedback from the broader team. The role includes source code development for instrument control, full-stack automation, integrated experimental workflows and analytics on large data sets, through database development (e.g. SQL) and custom data visualization. The candidate is expected to disseminate results through impactful patents and represent IBM in professional meetings and societies.

    Required technical and professional expertise

    * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics, or related software experience

    * Familiarity with programming languages (Python, Rust, or equivalent) and databases (e.g., SQL)

    * Experience in developing machine learning and AI models, optimization techniques (CPLEX or equivalent)

    Preferred technical and professional experience

    * Doctorate degree in Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science, or related software experience

    * At least 5 years of experience in programming, databases, and software development

    * Familiarity within the area of quantum computing and/or materials physics is a plus

     

    IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.