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Quantum Product Research Lead

Quantum Machines · Los Angeles, CA, United States · Hybrid

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About Quantum Machines

Backed by Battery.

About the role

Quantum Machines is now expanding into a significant new market; we're looking for an exceptional individual to lead the research of this effort. This is a rare opportunity to operate with the resources and credibility of an established, well-funded quantum technology company with hundreds of customers, while being part of the core team that builds something from the ground up. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Proven research leadership experience, with a track record of driving deep technical insight from first principles - Must
  • Ph.D. in quantum physics or a closely related field, with required familiarity and experience in quantum computing technologies, materials and industrial fabrication processes - Must
  • 3+ years of experimental quantum physics and/or computing, with genuine hands-on device experience - Must
  • High technical acumen and the ability to comprehend and make tradeoffs within complex systems - Must
  • Comfort with ambiguity -this role is not for someone who needs a fully-formed playbook - Must
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, excellent presentation skills - Must
More about this role

Quantum Machines is a global leader in control systems for quantum computing, a field on the verge of exponential growth. Our innovative hardware and software offer a groundbreaking approach to controlling quantum computers, scaling from individual qubits to arrays of thousands. At the heart of QM is a passionate, ambitious team committed to transforming the construction and operation of quantum computers. Our deep understanding of customer needs drives us to deliver unmatched solutions in this revolutionary field.

Quantum Machines is now expanding into a significant new market; we're looking for an exceptional individual to lead the research of this effort. This is a rare opportunity to operate with the resources and credibility of an established, well-funded quantum technology company with hundreds of customers, while being part of the core team that builds something from the ground up. This role sits within a nascent, fast-growing initiative at Quantum Machines -early enough that there is still real room to shape the research agenda, the measurement approach, and the team itself. You will bring deep, practical expertise in quantum device physics to bear on a new technical...

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