Optimize superconducting qubit readout and reset on Rigetti's quantum processors and fault-tolerant prototypes to advance the speed and fidelity of readout and reset in Rigetti Computing's quantum computing systems to fulfill its ambitious roadmap toward fault tolerance.
Requirements
- Deep expertise in circuit quantum electrodynamics and dispersive readout in particular
- Demonstrated ability to perform measurements on quantum systems and explain the results through theory and/or simulation
- Exposure to superconducting qubits, either in academic or industrial settings
- Experience with software development in an industry setting, in languages such as Python, C, C++, Rust, etc.
- Experience with low-level pulse optimization of quantum gates or readout
Responsibilities
- Lead superconducting qubit measurements to characterize dispersive readout of our quantum circuits
- Develop novel measurement techniques and pulse optimizations for readout speed or fidelity, and implement them in Rigetti’s Python-based calibration and characterization software
- Collaborate with theory and simulation teams to build or validate models that describe readout performance
- Specify improvements to the quantum chip layout, signal lines, and electronics, work with the hardware and device design teams to build them
- Develop protocols to accelerate circuit execution and enable error-correcting codes, including reset, mid-circuit measurement, and ancilla readout
Other
- Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering or a related field, plus 2+ years of industry and/or postdoctoral experience
- Ability to excel in a collaborative environment
- Excellent communication skills
- Applications from women, minorities, and other under-represented groups are encouraged.
- We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
