Research Staff Member - Quantum
Internship Yorktown Heights (Westchester) Accounting / Management control
Job description
IBM 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.
A strong candidate will possess the ability and aptitude towards solving algorithmic/combinatorial problems and (algorithmic) coding (in C/C++, Python). Responsibilities include developing algorithms and tools to improve our compiling platform, publishing research results, and collaborating across the stack.
Auto req ID
298649BR
Required Education
Doctorate Degree
Role ( Job Role )
Research Scientist
State / Province
NEW YORK
Primary job category
Research
Company
(0147) International Business Machines Corporation
Contract type
Regular
Employment Type
Full-Time
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?
No
Travel Required
Up to 10% or 1 day a week
IBM Business Group
Research
Preferred Education
Doctorate Degree
City / Township / Village
YORKTOWN HEIGHTS
Being You @ IBM
IBM 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, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
-- Graduate degree in Computer Science or a closely related field;
-- Familiarity with or interest in quantum computing;
-- A proven record of achievements in research or coding.
Skill-keywords
natural language processing, machine learning, artificial intelligence, data mining
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience
-
Secondary Job Category
Research Staff
Eligibility Requirements
· None
Position Type
Professional
Early Professional Track
Not Applicable - Professional Hire
Location Statement
For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.
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