Intern, Quantum Applications

We believe quantum computing will change everything.  It will have the power to transform the foundations of giant industries that rely on intensive computation.  PsiQuantum is on a mission to build the world’s first useful quantum computer, capable of delivering these transformative results.  We know that means it will need 1 million qubits, error correction, a scalable architecture and a data center footprint.

By harnessing the laws of quantum physics, quantum computers can provide exponential performance increases over today’s most powerful supercomputers, offering the potential for extraordinary advances across a broad range of industries including climate, energy, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, finance, agriculture, transportation, materials design, and many more. 

PsiQuantum is uniquely positioned to deliver on the promise of quantum computing years earlier than our competitors. Our architecture is based on photonics which gives us the ability to produce our components using existing high-volume semiconductor manufacturing processes, the same processes that are today producing billions of chips for telecom and consumer electronics applications. Since photons don’t feel heat, we can take advantage of existing cryogenic cooling systems, the kind that have been operating at facilities like the Stanford Linear Accelerator (SLAC).  And because photons are in fact light, they can move between subsystems at tremendous speed using standard fiber connectivity.

Our team is building a utility scale quantum computer and the software tools needed to build fault tolerant quantum applications. We’re a highly motivated and collaborative group focused on a singular goal - building the world’s first useful quantum computer on the fastest path possible. 

There’s much more work to be done and we are looking for exceptional talent to join us on this extraordinary journey! 

Job Summary:

We are looking for enthusiastic people who want to work in cutting edge research to advance the utility of quantum computing as a real-world technology. As an intern you will work with world experts in quantum algorithms, compilation and fault tolerance to contribute to the development of useful applications for large-scale, fault tolerant quantum computers.
There are multiple opportunities across the applications team, including:

Quantum algorithms:
•    Development of quantum algorithms to solve impactful problems
•    Optimization of ubiquitous subroutines in fault tolerant quantum algorithms

Compilation:
•    Compilation of quantum algorithms to logical gate sets
•    Incorporation of architecture-aware optimizations

Applications software
•    Resource estimation
•    Simulation and compilation of quantum circuits

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research in the areas of quantum algorithms, quantum software and quantum compilation.
• Contribute to collaborative software / research projects.
• Author internal reports and documentation about their work.
  

Experience/Qualifications:

• Currently studying for, or completed a postgraduate degree related to quantum algorithms, quantum circuit compilation, fault tolerance or another aspect of quantum computing.
• Experience with programming languages (e.g. Python) and collaborative software development tools (e.g. Git).
• A creative and adaptable approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative team.
  

PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. PsiQuantum does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws.

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