Research Staff Member - Quantum (Yorktown Heights, NY)

IntroductionIBM Research Scientists are charting the future of Artificial Intelligence, creating breakthroughs in quantum computing, discovering how blockchain will reshape the enterprise, and much more. Join a team that is dedicated to applying science to some of today's most complex challenges, whether it's discovering a new way for doctors to help patients, teaming with environmentalists to clean up our waterways or enabling retailers to personalize customer service.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesIBM Research seeks a researcher to join our quantum computing team at IBM Thomas J. Watson Research Center in Yorktown Heights, NY.IBM is developing a full-stack quantum computer, consisting of all relevant hardware and software solutions. We are looking for a researcher to join the Compilers team (broadly interpreted to include quantum algorithm design, quantum circuit synthesis, quantum circuit optimization, quantum circuit placement/scheduling, libraries), a key area in finding the most efficient ways to utilize our quantum computational hardware. Fruitful collaboration with other members of the team is expected.This position is located in the Yorktown Heights, NY area.Required Technical and Professional Expertise+ Graduate degree in Physics or Electrical/Hardware Engineering+ Familiarity with or interest in quantum computing;+ A proven record of achievements in research or coding.+ At least 2 years of experience in quantum computingPreferred Technical and Professional Expertise+ At least 5 years research experience in Physics/Hardware Engineering, Quantum computing device fabrication and test+ Proven record of research and development+ NoneAbout Business UnitIBM Quantum is an industry first initiative to build universal quantum computers for business, engineering and science.Your Life @ IBMWhat matters to you when you're looking for your next career challenge?Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities - where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust - where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible.Impact. Inclusion. Infinite Experiences. Do your best work ever.About IBMIBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries.Location StatementIBM intends this job to be performed entirely outside of Colorado.Being You @ IBMIBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.