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Senior Quantum Software Engineer

United States, Redmond Employment contract 119800.00 - 234700.00 USD / Year · Job Posted May 19, 2026
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Microsoft Quantum has assembled a talented and diverse international team to create the world's first scalable quantum computing system. Our full-stack approach involves exciting innovation from the physics at the quantum plane to providing global quantum services. At Microsoft Quantum, we aim to empower science and scientists to solve the world's biggest problems by realizing advanced computing platforms at the intersection of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and quantum information technology. We are on the cusp of an accelerated effort in quantum computing. This position offers an opportunity to have a meaningful influence on a revolutionary technology. As a Senior Quantum Software Engineer in the Developer Tools team you will help build the tools to advance quantum research & development. This full stack of tools includes quantum-specific languages & compilers, simulators, debuggers & profilers, rich VS Code integration, integration with the latest AI advances, and interactive visuals. The vast majority of our work is open source code written in Rust, Python, and TypeScript and hosted on GitHub. You will have an opportunity to grow your skills in quantum computing & algorithms, programming languages & compilers, Rust, LLVM technologies, advanced AI tooling, GPU development, and more. This role is based in our Redmond office and requires a minimum 60% time in the office.

Job Responsibility

  • Designing and delivering fast, reliable, and secure components in Rust, Python, and TypeScript that form the backbone of our quantum developer experience
  • Building language and compiler features for Q#, OpenQASM, QIR, and related technologies that push the boundaries of what programs quantum developers can express.
  • Creating intuitive, high-impact VS Code integrations that help scientists and engineers work productively with complex quantum systems.
  • Exploring new ways to integrate cutting-edge AI capabilities into quantum development workflows.
  • Collaborating closely with experts in quantum chemistry, error correction, control systems, and hardware to design end-to-end solutions that connect research and product.
  • Engaging with the open-source community, triaging issues, and contributing improvements that help shape the future of the ecosystem.

Requirements

  • Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 1+ year(s) experience in industry or in a research and development environment, could include completion of a post doctoral research position OR Master's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment OR Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment OR equivalent experience.
  • Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
  • Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide either proof of their country of citizenship or proof of their U.S. permanent residency or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate's citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable.
  • Ability to work in an 'AI-first' environment using modern AI tools to accelerate discovery through hardware development.
  • Ability to leverage AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency (e.g., performance modeling and analysis, research gathering, day to day task automation).

Nice to have

  • Doctorate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND 3+ years software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND 6+ years software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND 8+ years software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems OR equivalent experience
  • 3+ years experience working with languages, compilers, simulators, code editors, or AI integration
  • Experience developing in Rust, Python, or web technologies (HTML & CSS)
  • Knowledge of quantum computing fundamentals or related mathematics (e.g., complex linear algebra)
  • Familiarity with quantum development stacks (e.g., QDK, Qiskit, Cirq, Pennylane, CUDA-Q, etc.)
  • Experience developing code for GPUs
  • Background working with LLVM IR or compiler infrastructure
  • 4+ years programming experience in related programming languages.
  • 4+ years experience in a collaborative environment.
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