イオントラップ型量子コンピュータ ハードウェアリサーチャー // Hardware Researcher – Ion Trap, Quantum Computing - 154

Quantinuum
Japan
18 months ago
Work Pattern
Full-time
Posted
23 Oct 2024 (18 months ago)
Quantinuumでは、理化学研究所(RIKEN)和光キャンパスに設置されたイオントラップ型量子コンピュータの構築・運用・開発を担う高度なハードウェアリサーチャーを募集しています。本システムは、経済産業省(METI)のプロジェクトの一環として、スーパーコンピュータ「富岳」などの古典コンピュータと量子コンピュータの統合利用を探究する取り組みに活用されます。理想的な候補者は、量子コンピューティング、原子物理学、または関連する技術運用に関する広く深い理解を持ち、少人数のチームの一員として、グローバルサポートを受けながら量子コンピュータや同等レベルの複雑な装置を運用した経験をお持ちの方です。私たちのチームはQuantinuumにおいて量子コンピューティングシステムの開発・統合・運用をリードしています。量子スピン系や冷却・トラップされた原子系の制御に関する実験的な経験を有し、実際に装置を構築・運用したことのあるハードウェアリサーチャーを求めています。また、エンジニアや他の科学者と連携して新しいコンセプトを開発・検証するため、優れたコミュニケーション力と協働力も重要です。
We are seeking a highly qualified Hardware Researcher to join our team building, maintaining, developing, and operating a trapped ion quantum computer at RIKEN’s Wako campus. This machine will be part of a Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry project to explore the integrated use of quantum computers and classical supercomputers, such as RIKEN’s Fugaku device. The ideal candidate will have a broad and deep understanding of quantum computing, atomic physics, and/or technical operations and experience operating a quantum computer or similarly complex system or apparatus as part of a small team with global support. Our team is leading the development, integration, and operation of quantum computing systems at Quantinuum. We are looking for Hardware Researcher with hands-on experience building and operating devices to manipulate qubit quantum spin systems, or cold and trapped atomic systems. You will also have excellent communication and collaboration skills as you will be working with teams of engineers and other scientists to develop and test new concepts. Quantinuumでは、理化学研究所(RIKEN)和光キャンパスに設置されたイオントラップ型量子コンピュータの構築・運用・開発を担う高度なハードウェアリサーチャーを募集しています。本システムは、経済産業省(METI)のプロジェクトの一環として、スーパーコンピュータ「富岳」などの古典コンピュータと量子コンピュータの統合利用を探究する取り組みに活用されます。理想的な候補者は、量子コンピューティング、原子物理学、または関連する技術運用に関する広く深い理解を持ち、少人数のチームの一員として、グローバルサポートを受けながら量子コンピュータや同等レベルの複雑な装置を運用した経験をお持ちの方です。私たちのチームはQuantinuumにおいて量子コンピューティングシステムの開発・統合・運用をリードしています。量子スピン系や冷却・トラップされた原子系の制御に関する実験的な経験を有し、実際に装置を構築・運用したことのあるハードウェアリサーチャーを求めています。また、エンジニアや他の科学者と連携して新しいコンセプトを開発・検証するため、優れたコミュニケーション力と協働力も重要です。
We are seeking a highly qualified Hardware Researcher to join our team building, maintaining, developing, and operating a trapped ion quantum computer at RIKEN’s Wako campus. This machine will be part of a Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry project to explore the integrated use of quantum computers and classical supercomputers, such as RIKEN’s Fugaku device. The ideal candidate will have a broad and deep understanding of quantum computing, atomic physics, and/or technical operations and experience operating a quantum computer or similarly complex system or apparatus as part of a small team with global support. Our team is leading the development, integration, and operation of quantum computing systems at Quantinuum. We are looking for Hardware Researcher with hands-on experience building and operating devices to manipulate qubit quantum spin systems, or cold and trapped atomic systems. You will also have excellent communication and collaboration skills as you will be working with teams of engineers and other scientists to develop and test new concepts.

主な業務内容 / Key Responsibilities:

  • 小規模チームの一員として、イオントラップ型量子コンピュータの運用・保守・開発・アップグレードを担当
  • 量子コンピュータの性能を評価し、その結果に基づき運用および開発計画を立案・実行
  • これまでの実験的研究の経験を活かし、イオントラップ量子ビットを用いた量子コンピュータの設計、開発、検証、実装を担当

  • Operate, maintain, develop, and upgrade the H1-series quantum computer as part of a small team
  • Characterize the performance of a quantum computer to conceptualize and execute operations and development plans for improving it
  • Apply previous experience in experimental laboratory research to design, develop, verify, and deploy quantum computers using trapped ions as qubits.
  • 必須要件 / Requirement:

  • 博士号(物理学、工学、コンピュータサイエンス、または関連する技術分野)
  • 量子スピン系、イオントラップまたは中性原子系を制御する装置の構築・運用に関するハンズオンの経験
  • 英語および日本語で、技術的な内容を読み書きし、口頭で説明できる能力
  • 研修または業務上の必要に応じて海外出張が可能であること
  • 米国政府が定める国家安全保障および輸出管理規制に基づき、本ポジションでは技術アクセスに関する要件を満たす方のみが対象となります。
  • 特定の国籍を保持または併有(二重国籍)している場合、規制により特定の技術情報へのアクセスが制限され、本ポジションの要件を満たさない可能性があります。

  • Ph.D. (Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or related technical field preferred)
  • Hands-on experience building and operating devices to manipulate qubit quantum spin systems or trapped ion and neutral-atom systems
  • Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate technical topics in both English and Japanese
  • Ability to travel abroad for training or other business needs
  • In accordance with national security and export control regulations imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates must meet applicable technical access eligibility requirements.
  • Individuals holding or retaining certain nationalities, including dual nationals, may be restricted from access to controlled technical information and therefore may not be eligible for this position.
  • 重視項目 / We Value:

  • レーザー、レーザー冷却、原子トラップ、クライオジェニクス、超高真空システム、アナログ/デジタル電子回路、実験装置制御、Python、物理モデリング、データ解析に関する経験
  • 査読付き論文などに基づく技術文書作成力、科学的プレゼンテーションスキル

  • Experience with lasers, laser cooling, atom trapping, cryogenics, ultra-high vacuum systems, analog and digital electronics, laboratory hardware control, Python, physical modeling, and data analysis
  • Strong documentation, technical writing, and presentation skills evidenced by peer-reviewed scientific publications
  • Quantinuumでは、理化学研究所(RIKEN)和光キャンパスに設置されたイオントラップ型量子コンピュータの構築・運用・開発を担う高度なハードウェアリサーチャーを募集しています。本システムは、経済産業省(METI)のプロジェクトの一環として、スーパーコンピュータ「富岳」などの古典コンピュータと量子コンピュータの統合利用を探究する取り組みに活用されます。 理想的な候補者は、量子コンピューティング、原子物理学、または関連する技術運用に関する広く深い理解を持ち、少人数のチームの一員として、グローバルサポートを受けながら量子コンピュータや同等レベルの複雑な装置を運用した経験をお持ちの方です。 私たちのチームはQuantinuumにおいて量子コンピューティングシステムの開発・統合・運用をリードしています。量子スピン系や冷却・トラップされた原子系の制御に関する実験的な経験を有し、実際に装置を構築・運用したことのあるハードウェアリサーチャーを求めています。また、エンジニアや他の科学者と連携して新しいコンセプトを開発・検証するため、優れたコミュニケーション力と協働力も重要です。 We are seeking a highly qualified Hardware Researcher to join our team building, maintaining, developing, and operating a trapped ion quantum computer at RIKEN’s Wako campus. This machine will be part of a Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry project to explore the integrated use of quantum computers and classical supercomputers, such as RIKEN’s Fugaku device. The ideal candidate will have a broad and deep understanding of quantum computing, atomic physics, and/or technical operations and experience operating a quantum computer or similarly complex system or apparatus as part of a small team with global support. Our team is leading the development, integration, and operation of quantum computing systems at Quantinuum. We are looking for Hardware Researcher with hands-on experience building and operating devices to manipulate qubit quantum spin systems, or cold and trapped atomic systems. You will also have excellent communication and collaboration skills as you will be working with teams of engineers and other scientists to develop and test new concepts. Location: Tokyo, Japan
    What is in it for you?Working alongside a highly talented team, with leading names in the quantum computing industry. We offer a highly competitive package, equity, a positive approach to flexible working, health insurance, commuting allowance, enhanced holidays.
    About Us:Quantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing. The company’s quantum systems deliver the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. Quantinuum’s over 650 employees, including 400+ scientists and engineers, across the US, UK, Germany, and Japan, are driving the quantum computing revolution. By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries. By joining Quantinuum, you’ll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.
    Visit our news pages to learn more about Quantinuum and our scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/newsQuantinuum Intro Video: The Future of Quantum Computing
    Please note that employment with us is subject to successfully passing our pre-employment screening checks. We are an inclusive equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.
    About Us:https://quantinuum.co.jp/ Location: Tokyo, Japan What is in it for you? Working alongside a highly talented team, with leading names in the quantum computing industry. We offer a highly competitive package, equity, a positive approach to flexible working, health insurance, commuting allowance, enhanced holidays. About Us: Quantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing. The company’s quantum systems deliver the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. Quantinuum’s over 650 employees, including 400+ scientists and engineers, across the US, UK, Germany, and Japan, are driving the quantum computing revolution. By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries. By joining Quantinuum, you’ll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible. Visit our news pages to learn more about Quantinuum and our scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news Quantinuum Intro Video: The Future of Quantum Computing Please note that employment with us is subject to successfully passing our pre-employment screening checks. We are an inclusive equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. About Us: https://quantinuum.co.jp/

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