Embedded Software Engineer - Hardware Engineering - QuEra Computing Inc.

Summary: 

The Hardware Engineering team at QuEra is seeking a talented Embedded Software Engineer to join us as we work on the next generation Quantum Control System.   This person will report to the head of Hardware Engineering and will be a part of a team of software, electrical and embedded systems engineers.  In this role you will help advance the real-time control that is essential for the research and development needed to turn the potential of quantum computing into reality. 

No prior experience in quantum computing is required for this role. 

Responsibilities: 

• Design, implement, test, and maintain core software components of our quantum software stack. 

• Architect latency-critical software to execute quantum algorithms. 

• Collaborate closely with physicists, algorithm developers, and high-level software programmers 

• Orchestrating intra- and inter-node communication within distributed systems, enhancing the processing of image and sensor data, and seamlessly integrating custom electronics into our current systems. 

• The ideal candidate should excel in transforming a concept into fully functional, production-ready code. 

• This position is primarily focused on software engineering and will involve consistent collaboration with our internal hardware and electronics engineering teams. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering  

• High proficiency in coding with C/C++ & Python 

• Experience with Git and using CI/CD flows 

• Able to work in a Linux environment 

• Experience with multithreading applications, RTOS, and latency critical applications 

• Understanding of computer architecture and how to write efficient software 

• Experience with networking architecture and messaging protocols 

• Previous experience working with low-level interfaces such as I2C, SPI, & UARTs 

• Motivated self-starter and problem solver with experience executing in multi-disciplinary teams. 

• Hands-on laboratory experience with instrumentation, test equipment, and debug/test methods 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Familiarity with the AMD/Xilinx SOC build flow 

• Working knowledge of digital/analog/mixed signal electronics, components, and interface/communication standards 

• Experience writing control software for hardware (e.g. robotics, scientific instruments).  

• Experience with custom PCB board bring and test  

• Algorithmic experience in image processing or coding theory is a big plus 

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.