Quantum R&D Software Engineer (Calibration Automation)

at  Keysight Technologies INC

Overview:
Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.
Our powerful, award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. Diversity, equity & inclusion are integral parts of our culture and drivers of innovation at Keysight. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.
Responsibilities:
This position is for a full-time Software Engineer to join Keysight’s Quantum Engineering Solutions (QES) organization, which is responsible for producing world-leading solutions in quantum technologies, including quantum computing, quantum communications and quantum sensing. As a Solution Developer, you will be part of an R&D team and launch breakthrough software solutions to market. You will engage in every stage of our product development process, addressing intricate technical hurdles in a customer-centric setting, while implementing a novel method for calibrating physical qubits as an Automation Engineer.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 4-7 years job experience.
• Background in quantum computing and familiarity with qubit calibration methods.
• Strong proficiency in Python programming.
• Solid understanding of graph theory and its applications.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
• Knowledge of optimization techniques and algorithms.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and to develop teamwork among individuals and over geographically disperse teams.
• High tolerance for ambiguity, results-oriented, meets timelines, handles pressure while working positively in a collaborative manner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to learn proactively.
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• Develop and implement automation tools for qubit calibration.
• Apply machine learning techniques to optimize calibration processes and improve qubit performance.
• Collaborate with quantum physicists and engineers to integrate calibration solutions into quantum hardware.
  Work independently as well as in teams to accomplish business objectives.
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