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Job Title: Research Fellow (Middleware Developer)
Posting Start Date: 03/04/2025
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CQT is looking for candidates with strong background in Software Engineering, Computational Physics or Computer Sciences for software development in quantum technologies.
Function:
Your main functions will include:

• Software development for computing projects related to Qibo.
• Research and development of methods/approaches for the effective use of quantum computing simulation.
• Development of software drivers for quantum control electronics.
• Development of qubits calibration and characterization.
• Contribution to training and dissemination activities related to these areas.
• Supervision of junior team members.

You will work on several of the following topics:

• Evaluate and apply libraries and frameworks for the abstraction of quantum hardware.
• Help the community in the process to make efficient use of quantum devices.
• Prepare training and information material related to your field of expertise and actively communicate the results of your work to the relevant stakeholders in the physics and computing communities.
• Actively build collaborative relationships with the developer and user communities of quantum software by participating in workshops, conferences and informal exchange of information.

Qualifications
Master's degree or PhD or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Theoretical or Experimental Physics or Software Engineering or Computer Science or a related field.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should have demonstrated experience in several of the following areas:

• Extensive experience with python and modern C++ in a Linux/UNIX environment, including tools for building, debugging, and performance analysis.
• Understanding the principles of quantum computing simulation, control and calibration is a plus.
• Significant experience developing code for accelerators, such as GPUs or FPGAs.
• Experience in refactoring or porting large codebases (over 100k source lines of code).
• Background in supporting scientific code on HPC systems or familiarity with components of the quantum software stack.

Technical competencies:

• Development of application software: familiarity with state-of-the-art software development, testing and optimization.
• Re-use, refactoring, integration and porting of existing software.
• Knowledge and application of software life-cycle tools and procedures.
• Understanding of modern computing architectures.
• User relationship management.

Behavioural competencies:

• Achieving results: delivering prompt and efficient service taking into account customer needs.
• Working in teams: understanding when teamwork is required to achieve the best results; including others accordingly and sharing information.
• Solving problems: identifying, defining and assessing problems, taking action to address them Adopting a pragmatic approach; understanding the value of adopting generic rather than 'gold-plated' technical solutions.
• Demonstrating flexibility: readily absorbing new techniques and working practices; proposing new or improved ways of working.
• Learning and sharing knowledge: sharing knowledge and expertise freely and willingly with others; coaching others to ensure knowledge transfer.

Language skills:
Spoken and written English: ability to understand and speak the language in professional contexts. Ability to draw-up technical specifications and/or scientific reports and to make oral presentations.