Description

nIQM is a global leader in designing, building, and selling superconducting quantum computers. IQM provides both on-premises full-stack quantum computers and a cloud platform to access its computers anywhere in the world. IQM customers include the leading high-performance computing centres, research labs, universities and enterprises which have full access to IQM’s software and hardware. IQM has over 280 employees with offices in Finland, Germany, France, Spain, Poland, Singapore and the US.n
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nOur Algorithms and Error Control department is very active in exploring and optimizing quantum algorithms. Join us to fill the connection between these algorithms and their applications!nn

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nWe are looking for a Senior Quantum Application Engineer

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nAs a Senior Quantum Application Engineer:nn

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  • nYou will be primarily exploring the most promising verticals for quantum computing (finance, materials, life sciences) and merge quantum solutions in them, in collaboration with algorithm teams, industry partners, consultancy companies and quantum algorithm partners.nn
  • nYou will be developing activities that interface between business (product, sales and marketing) and algorithm teams.nn

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  • nYou will be conducting activities such as consultancy services with customers, tender and grant drafting, marketing slides, white papers, etc.nn

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  • nYou will also be working with industry players to identify, together with their domain experts, possible use-cases for quantum computers.nn

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  • nYou will be working on the development of a quantum applications roadmap.nn

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  • nYou will be using software development kits (SDKs) and tools to code quantum computers.nn

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  • nYou will be participating in the development of business models for each vertical together with other technology stakeholders and with business teams.nn

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  • nYou will also be acting in a supporting role in discussions with external companies and partners where the technical expertise of the team is required.nn

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  • nM.Sc. in physics, computer science, applied mathematics, or a similar fieldnn

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  • nKnowledge of quantum algorithms, or quantum informationnn

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  • nDomain knowledge on areas where quantum computers are expected to have applicationsn
  • nif you have expertise in one of the three key areas where quantum computing is expected to make an impact—finance, materials, or life sciences—we would be absolutely thrilled!nn
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  • nVery advantageous (i.e. not needed but good to have) business experiencenn

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  • nWillingness to work in collaboration with business teams, customers and external partnersnn

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  • nAbility to explain, illustrate and communicate intricate findings to a broad audience with various levels of knowledgenn

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  • nAbility to quickly parse through quantum computing application papersnn

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  • nWillingness to learn and keep your skills and knowledge fresh and are always eager to learn morenn

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  • nPassion for and deep knowledge of applications of quantum computing in the industrynn

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  • nAs a senior team member, we further expect you to have:nn

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  • nMore than 3 years of post-graduate experience, preferably both in academia and industrynn

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  • nExperience in leading people and in high-level of interpersonal skillsnn

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  • nAbility to understand the big picture of topics and to set the strategy together with both business and technology relevant stakeholdersnn

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  • nClarity in decision making process, including the ability to align and negotiate with other parties involved and to communicate the decision.nn

What I can expect from IQM?n

  • nAn excellent opportunity to have a leadership position in a team developing applications on world-class R&D and cutting-edge technologynn

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  • nAn opportunity to work with a passionate and diverse company on a critical missionnn

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  • nA unique opportunity to make a real impact on the future of quantumnn

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  • nGrowth and progress in a creative and open scale-up environmentnn

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  • nTeam with a relaxed and cozy atmospherenn

What can I expect from IQM
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  • nAn opportunity to work with a passionate and diverse team on an important missionnn

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  • nA unique opportunity to make a real impact on the future of quantumnn

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  • nGrowth and progress in a creative and open start-up environmentnn

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