Senior Researcher at Microsoft

Redmond, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Quantum Error-Correction, Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing, QCVV, AI Application, Performance Modeling, Research Gathering, Task Automation, Collaboration, Creative Problem-Solving, Technical Excellence, Communication, Attention to Detail, Innovation, Multidisciplinary Teamwork, Research Experience, Academic Publishing

Industry

Software Development

Description

This position offers an opportunity to have a meaningful influence on a revolutionary technology. The research and development effort includes a diverse staff of theoretical and experimental physicists, hardware designers and software engineers around the world. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. Doctorate in relevant field OR equivalent experience Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and teams. Ability to approach problems thoughtfully and with attention to detail, considering multiple perspectives and potential solutions. Ability to apply AI to accelerate engineering while developing shipping & prototype code. Ability to leverage AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency (e.g., performance modeling and analysis, research gathering, day to day task automation). Doctorate in relevant field AND 2+ years related research experience OR equivalent experience. Experience publishing academic papers as a lead author or essential contributor. Experience participating in a top conference in relevant research domain. Experience with quantum error-correction, fault-tolerant quantum computing, and/or QCVV. Design and develop novel fault-tolerance strategies for quantum computing systems, working in close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of theorists and experimentalists. Advance the theory and implementation of quantum error correction codes, contributing to the development of both logical and physical qubit architectures. Drive research and experimentation aimed at building scalable, resilient quantum computers capable of delivering practical value. Engage in creative problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration to overcome technical challenges in quantum system design. Foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and technical excellence while embodying.

Responsibilities

Design and develop novel fault-tolerance strategies for quantum computing systems while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Drive research and experimentation aimed at building scalable, resilient quantum computers capable of delivering practical value.