Staff QEC Research Scientist

Alice & Bob is developing the first universal, fault-tolerant quantum computer to solve the world’s hardest problems. The quantum computer we envision building is based on a new kind of superconducting qubit: the Schrödinger cat qubit. In comparison to other superconducting platforms, cat qubits have the astonishing ability to implement quantum error correction autonomously!

We are at the forefront of the quantum race, competing with tech giants such as Google or IBM. We are 100+ and counting, between physicists, PhDs, engineers and experienced business professionals, all united to reach our ambitious goal. Are you ready to take on unprecedented challenges and contribute to revolutionizing technology? Join us, and let's shape the future of quantum computing together!

The Quantum Error Correction (QEC) team at Alice & Bob is tasked with continuously improving the fault-tolerant architecture by finding innovative ways to reduce the need for and cost of fault tolerance, and by helping implement the best solutions. You will also participate in the research and development of Alice & Bob's fault-tolerant quantum computing architecture. Get ready to join a passionate and focused team within an amazing organization dedicated to building a universal and fault-tolerant quantum computer without taking any detours.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in research and development of Alice & Bob’s fault-tolerant quantum computing architecture.
• Develop decoding algorithms for quantum error correcting codes, biased-noise quantum architectures as well as classical error correcting codes.
• Implement and benchmark proof-of-concept decoding algorithms.
• Collaborate with other teams to implement QEC experiments and fault-tolerant protocols.
• Partner with other teams to perform resource estimation for specific choice of QEC, decoding fault-tolerant gate sets and applications.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of research in the field or equivalent experience, publication of academic papers as a lead author, participation in top conferences in QEC.
• A PhD in Quantum Error Correction (QEC).
• Expertise in programing QEC simulation (e.g stim).
• Expertise in bosonic codes and classical coding theory.

Benefits:

• 25-day vacation policy (as per French law) + RTT

• Half of transportation cost coverage (as per French law), or yearly allowance for bike enthusiasts

• Competitive health benefits with Helium/AXA

• Meal vouchers with Swile, as well as access to a fully equipped kitchen

• Parental benefits with crèche support

• Flexible remote policy, up to 40 % a month

• Language courses covered by the company

• Screening Call (30 min)

• Hiring Manager Interview (30 min)

• Technical Interview/Presentation with the Team (60 min)

• Fit Interview (45 min)

• Founders/C-level Interview (30 min)

• Reference check