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QuEra Computing

Cloud-access 256-qubit neutral-atom quantum computer

Quantum Solutions Scientist

Implementation & Technical Account ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeTsukuba, Ibaraki, JapanNo salary listedRemote

About the Job

Requirements

  • A master's or Ph.D. degree in applied mathematics, computer science, physics, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Expert knowledge in at least one of quantum machine learning, quantum optimization, quantum chemistry, or quantum information science.
  • Strong knowledge of quantum computing fundamentals and algorithmic primitives.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Japanese.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Proficiency in Python.

Responsibilities

  • Develop algorithms and applications in collaboration with external customers, collaborators, and users.
  • Implement algorithms, develop use cases, and create business solutions leveraging near- and intermediate-term neutral atom quantum computers.
  • Design and develop quantum algorithms and applications in collaboration with clients and research partners.
  • Create quantum computing use cases across industries such as finance, manufacturing, logistics, and chemistry.
  • Conduct proof-of-concept experiments and propose solutions through data analysis, model development, and algorithm implementation.
  • Collaborate on research and communicate technically with international teams, including the Boston headquarters.

Desired Qualifications

  • Expertise in an industry vertical such as logistics, finance, operations research, chemistry, biotechnology, engineering, machine learning, or another related field.
  • Experience developing client-focused quantum solutions.
  • Familiarity with scientific software coding practices and platforms such as GitHub.
  • Familiarity with high-performance computing or cloud environments.
  • Familiarity with neutral atom quantum computing.

About the Company

QuEra Computing

Cloud-access 256-qubit neutral-atom quantum computer

QuEra Computing builds quantum hardware using neutral-atom technology and offers cloud access to a 256-qubit quantum computer called Aquila, accessible through Amazon Braket. Their platform targets optimization problems common in finance, logistics, and drug discovery, such as finding the maximal independent set in a graph. The Aquila system is controlled and programmed with Bloqade, an open-source software package available in Python and Julia that lets users simulate quantum systems and operate the hardware. Unlike some competitors who focus on different qubit technologies or sell standalone devices, QuEra combines hardware access with software tools, lowering barriers for both academic researchers and commercial customers. The company aims to help users solve complex optimization tasks by providing scalable quantum hardware and supporting software, so users can experiment, test, and deploy quantum strategies on the cloud.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Series B
Total funding
$278.8M
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Founded
2018

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