Research Scientist • Senior

Who you are

You hold a PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, Quantum Information Science, or a related technical field, or have equivalent experience. With at least 2 years of experience in Quantum Computing, Chemistry, Computational Physics, Mathematical Modeling, or Applied Mathematics, you have a strong foundation in the theoretical aspects of quantum systems. Your expertise includes working with noisy quantum systems, quantum noise modeling, and error mitigation techniques, as well as experience in the experimental operation of quantum systems.

You have a proven track record of contributing to or leading projects within large-scale industry or scientific collaborations. Your experience extends to quantum protocols, characterization methods, and advanced error mitigation techniques, positioning you as a leader in the field. You are passionate about bridging the gap between abstract protocols and real-world hardware, and you thrive in collaborative environments where you can influence the trajectory of quantum computation.

What you'll do

In this high-impact role, you will focus on pioneering techniques for practical quantum computation on Google’s processors. You will leverage your theoretical foundation to develop methods that accelerate performance on current noisy processors and work towards future error-corrected systems. Your contributions will directly influence flagship quantum experiments and the broader research community.

You will collaborate across several Google teams, facilitating communication between theoretical and experimental teams to solve bottleneck problems defining the path to noise-free results. Your work will involve publishing high-impact findings and ensuring that your research has a tangible impact on experiments and the research community.

What we offer

At Google, you will be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to unlocking the full potential of quantum computing. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the field. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Join us in shaping the future of quantum computation.