Quantum Software Engineer - Machine Learning

The newly hired Quantum Software Engineer – Machine Learning is responsible for designing, training, and deployment of classical machine learning models for a variety of downstream tasks in the domains of sensing and signal processing. As a member of the Quantum Software division, this role will involve close collaboration with teams working on the development of quantum sensors and hybrid quantum software applications.

Job 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:

• Develop and implement custom machine learning models for a variety of tasks in the domains of signal processing and sensor fusion
• Stay up-to-date on literature, identify and pursue cutting edge model development techniques for low SWaP deployment
• Communicate and interpret cutting-edge research in both theory and experiment with colleagues
• Engage with the broader scientific community by publishing research findings in scientific journals and presenting at conferences
• Stay up to date with the latest developments in machine learning and sensor fusion
• Provide guidance and support to other team members, fostering a collaborative research environment

Requirements

• BS or MS in computer science, mathematics, statistics, physics, or another closely related field
• Experience in developing, training, and optimizing machine learning models
• Proficient in scientific computing and HPC environments, comfortable working with large datasets
• Familiarity with common machine learning tools, libraries, and frameworks (e.g. PyTorch, pandas, scikit-learn)
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with all levels of an organization; Professional-level communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation skills
• 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
• Demonstrated ability to learn new and complex topics quickly
• Resourceful problem-solver who collaboratively identifies effective paths forward with demonstrated expertise in executing productization efforts
• Passion for solving complex problems and challenges in a highly technical and scientific environment
• Ability to travel domestically and (potentially) internationally up to 10%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in computer science, mathematics, statistics, physics, or another closely related field
• Strong scientific publication record
• Experience in quantum information science and/or quantum machine learning is a bonus

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Stock Option Plan
• Anticipated salary range for this role is $115,000 - $145,000