Hiring: Quantum Error Correction Theorist Company: Atom Computing Location: Boulder, CO Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 14:40:57 Target Skills & Keywords : AI, Git, Python About the job Required Skills: •Developing and optimizing fault-tolerance schemes for gate-based atomic array quantum computers •Developing and evaluating optimization strategies for atom movement during fault-tolerant computation •Collaborating with software and control systems teams to implement classical compute layers necessary for fault-tolerant computation •Developing and implementing decoders •Developing and maintaining tools for quantum simulation •Implementation of error correction on quantum hardware Qualifications: •PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field •Willingness to translate abstract ideas into concrete demonstrations running on actual quantum hardware •Temperamentally suited to work at a fast-growing, early stage startup: self-motivated, humble, driven, collaborative, and has a high tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty •Demonstrated capacity to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse team of experimental physicists, hardware, and software engineers •Operational familiarity with Python and Git software version control •The base salary range for this position is between $160,000 - $185,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer an annual bonus and equity in the company. Compensation: •$160,000 - $185,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!