Lab Software Engineer - 303

Quantinuum
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1 month ago
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Science Led, Enterprise Driven – Accelerating Quantum Computing

Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum’s technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents.

We unite best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware to accelerate quantum computing. With integrated full-stack technology, our world-class team is rapidly scaling quantum computing.

Quantinuum recently secured $300M in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements:https://www.quantinuum.com/news

We are seeking a highly qualified seniorLab Software Engineerfor ourBroomfield, CO (Hybrid)location to support the development of our current and next-generation quantum computers. Quantinuum believes that employees work better, more efficiently and more collaboratively in close proximity to other employees, where ideas can be exchanged readily, and decisions can be made more quickly for the benefit of the Company and our customers. All employees should work at their assigned location; however, this role may offer the opportunity to work remotely 2 days per week.

About the Role:
As Lab Software Engineer, you will be part of the software team responsible for providing our world-class team of physicists with all the tools they need to build and enhance our quantum computers. Your focus will be on developing software to control and monitor key subsystems such as laser sources, beamline optics, electrode voltages, and other laboratory devices. You will play a crucial, hands-on role in developing, deploying, and maintaining software for our quantum computing systems. You will work directly with our atomic physicists to define and fulfill their needs. The ideal candidate is a strong learner who can balance speed with an emphasis on customer-ready solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leverage your understanding of laboratory systems and users to design and develop software solutions that integrate and automate our quantum computer hardware.
  • Propose and implement enhancements to the quantum computer control software to increase throughput and customer responsiveness.
  • implement software for critical real-time control features, such as RF tone control and Servos.
  • Work across a variety of technologies, constantly adapting to use the best tool for the job.
  • Collaborate with a diverse team including Physicists and other engineering disciplines, to solve a range of problems.
  • Support lab software operations, including monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, and implementing solutions for any problems you identify.
  • Provide expertise to properly scope and plan specific projects, ensuring sensible schedules that prioritize thoroughness.
  • Create high quality code in an R&D and rapid prototyping environment.
  • Provide key technical leadership on large-scale projects. Identify key priorities and work items for others, mentor more junior engineers in their execution of such work.
  • Occasional travel up to 10% may be expected.

YOU MUST HAVE:

  • Bachelor's degree minimum
  • Minimum 7+ years of experience in engineering, lab, or R&D environments (MS or PhD inclusive)
  • Minimum 6+ years of experience in software development, shipping production ready code with Python, C++, or other OOP languages
  • Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person. defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
  • Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

WE VALUE:

  • Master's degree in computer science or a field related to quantum computing.
  • Ability to solve complex problems and clearly document/communicate your solutions.
  • Experience integrating a diverse set of components, including hardware and software, particularly in fast-paced or laboratory environments.
  • Experience developing software that interfaces with laboratory equipment, including sensors and controllers.
  • Experience as tech lead for small engineering team (project management, roadmap planning).
  • Knowledge of virtualization technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, ArgoCD, and Rancher.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with Redis, PostgreSQL, Influx, Grafana, Telegraf, RabbitMQ.
  • Proficiency with software testing and deployment tools.
  • Proficiency in developing software for both Linux and Windows environments.
Compensation & Benefits:
Non-Incentive Eligible
Estimated Salary Wage: $155,000 - $185,000 Annually
What is in it for you?
-A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work
-Flexible work schedule
-Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
-401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit
-Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time
-Paid parental leave
-Employee discounts

Quantinuum is an 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.



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