Senior Research Scientist, Optical System Simulation, Quantum AI jobs in United States
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Google · 5 hours ago

Senior Research Scientist, Optical System Simulation, Quantum AI

positionSan Francisco, CA, USA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$166K/yr - $244K/yr
date3+ years exp

Google is a leading technology company that focuses on research and innovation. The role of Senior Research Scientist involves developing and simulating quantum systems, particularly in the context of quantum computing and error correction techniques.

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Responsibilities

Develop atom array error models for Quantum Error Correction (QEC) circuit simulations and resource estimation
Model and simulate atomic motion during atom array transports under potential noise and imperfections
Develop software for numerical simulation and analysis for atom array operations including gates and transport

Qualification

PhD in PhysicsQuantum information scienceSoftware development for simulationModelingSimulationOptimal control theoryTheoretical atomic physicsQuantum information theoryScientific publication experience

Required

PhD degree in Physics or Engineering, other technical field, or equivalent practical experience
3 years of experience conducting research in quantum information science or technology
Experience developing software for numerical simulation, modeling, or data analysis
One or more scientific publication submissions for conferences, journals, or public repositories (such as Physical Review, AAAS, Nature and npj, etc.)

Preferred

Experience with modeling and simulation of atom array transport
Experience with optimal control theory
Understanding of theoretical atomic and optical physics
Familiarity with quantum information theory

Benefits

Bonus
Equity
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Company

Google

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Google specializes in internet-related services and products, including search, advertising, and software. It is a sub-organization of Alphabet.
dateFounded in 1998
location
Mountain View, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.google.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$26.1M
Key Investors
Kleiner Perkins,Sequoia CapitalAndy Bechtolsheim
2004-08-19IPO
1999-06-07Series Unknown· $25M
1998-11-01Angel· $1M

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Sundar Pichai
CEO
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Thomas Kurian
CEO - Google Cloud
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