Alice & Bob is developing the first universal, fault-tolerant quantum computer to solve the world’s hardest problems. The quantum computer we envision building is based on a new kind of superconducting qubit: the Schrödinger cat qubit. In comparison to other superconducting platforms, cat qubits have the astonishing ability to implement quantum error correction autonomously!
We are at the forefront of the quantum race, competing with tech giants such as Google or IBM. We are 100+ and counting, between physicists, PhDs, engineers and experienced business professionals, all united to reach our ambitious goal. Are you ready to take on unprecedented challenges and contribute to revolutionizing technology?
Join us, and let's shape the future of quantum computing together!
About the role
The Quantum Error Correction (QEC) team at Alice & Bob is tasked with continuously improving the fault-tolerant architecture by finding innovative ways to reduce the need for and cost of fault tolerance, and by helping implement the best solutions. You will also participate in the research and development of Alice & Bob's fault-tolerant quantum computing architecture. Get ready to join a passionate and focused team within an amazing organization dedicated to building a universal and fault-tolerant quantum computer without taking any detours.
As a Senior Quantum Error Correction Researcher, you will participate in the research and development of Alice & Bob's fault-tolerant quantum computing architecture and help implement and deploy the best solutions for our quantum computer.
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Responsibilities
- Participate in research and development of Alice & Bob’s fault-tolerant quantum computing architecture.
- Innovate resilient quantum protocols to bridge the gap between theoretical error correction and physical implementation.
- Partner cross-functionally to integrate robust quantum error correction (QEC) protocols into the system architecture.
- Model and interpret experimental fault-tolerant quantum protocols.
Requirements
- 1+ years (post PhD) of research in the field or equivalent experience, publication of academic papers as a lead author, participation in top conferences in QEC, or more generally in quantum information theory or experiment
- A PhD in Quantum Error Correction (QEC), or more generally in quantum information theory or experiment
- Expertise in programing quantum simulation of qubit or bosonic systems
- Professional-level English proficiency, both written and spoken
We're also looking for:
- Expertise in bosonic codes
- Solid expertise in tomography and benchmarking
Benefits
- Our success is your success : own it with our BSPCE plan
- Direct IP Compensation: Earn substantial bonuses for driving the core patents that define our quantum architecture.
- Flexible remote policy, up to 40 % a month
- A Parental Plan including additional benefits such as crèche support or additional days-off to take care of under 12 years old children
- Subsidized membership withUrban Sports Club
- Mental health support with moka.care
- 25-day vacation policy (as per French law) + RTT
- Half of transportation cost coverage (as per French law), or yearly allowance for the die-hard bicycle users
- Competitive health coverage, with Alan
- Meal vouchers with Swile, as well as access to a fully equipped and regularly stocked kitchen
- French language courses covered by the company for those interested
Recruitment Process
- Screening Call with Grace, Talent Acquisition Specialist (30 min)
- Hiring Manager Interview with Christophe (45 min)
- Technical Interview/Presentation with the Team (60 min)
- Leadership/Fit Interview (45 min)
- Reference check
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Research shows that women might feel hesitant to apply for this job if they don't match 100% of the job requirements listed. This list is a guide, and we'd love to receive your application even if you think you're only a partial match. We are looking to build teams that innovate, not just tick boxes on a job spec.
You will join of one of the most innovative startups in France at an early stage, to be part of a passionate and friendly team on its mission to build the first universal quantum computer!
We love to share and learn from one another, so you will be certain to innovate, develop new ideas, and have the space to grow.
TECHNICAL & MARKET ANALYSIS | Appended by Quantum.Jobs
This function is essential for the transition of superconducting quantum computing from Noisy Intermediate-Scale Quantum (NISQ) devices to genuinely fault-tolerant systems. By specializing in the application and innovation of robust Quantum Error Correction (QEC) protocols—leveraging the intrinsic error suppression properties of Alice & Bob's cat qubits—this role directly reduces the required overhead for logical qubits. The researcher will be a critical bridge between theoretical physics, hardware engineering, and systems architecture, focusing on increasing the computational fidelity and scale necessary for achieving universal quantum computation, thereby de-risking the commercial roadmap.
The quantum computing ecosystem remains fundamentally bottlenecked by coherence times and decoherence rates, necessitating complex QEC schemes to achieve the low logical error rates required for industrial-scale utility. Alice & Bob's approach, centering on bosonic codes and Schrödinger cat qubits, represents a differentiated vendor strategy aiming to minimize the physical resource cost of fault tolerance compared to surface codes used by many competitors. This role operates at a pivotal point in the quantum value chain, where the theoretical feasibility of QEC meets the engineering constraints of cryogenic hardware. Success in this area is a primary determinant of Technology Readiness Level (TRL) progression for superconducting platforms. The current market structure is defined by a race for fault tolerance, creating a severe, localized workforce gap for experts capable of innovating and implementing new QEC architectures, especially those proficient in alternative code families like bosonic codes. Furthermore, the capacity to model and accurately interpret experimental results is vital for establishing hardware performance benchmarks that withstand rigorous scientific and commercial scrutiny, accelerating the validation cycle and establishing competitive advantage against vertically integrated tech giants and academic spin-offs. This work addresses the scalability constraints inherent in managing and decoding errors across large qubit arrays.
The technical architecture for this position demands a deep synthesis of quantum information theory and applied simulation engineering. Core competencies include translating abstract algebraic QEC codes, particularly bosonic schemes, into concrete, implementable circuit primitives. Expertise in quantum simulation programming is not merely about running tests but involves high-performance modeling of open quantum systems to predict noise pathways and error rates across the physical-to-logical layer interface. This capability directly enables the throughput and stability of the future QPU by informing the design of error-resilient quantum protocols. Additionally, proficiency in tomography and benchmarking protocols provides the metrological foundation for characterizing qubit performance with sufficient precision to validate fault-tolerance thresholds, ensuring that implemented QEC solutions demonstrably improve the scalability and reliability of the quantum system. * Accelerates the timeline to achieve TRL 7 (System prototype demonstration in an operational environment).
* Establishes proprietary intellectual property (IP) in robust, low-overhead fault-tolerant protocols.
* Drives systematic reduction in the physical resource overhead required per logical qubit.
* Enhances the coherence and stability of the entire superconducting quantum architecture.
* Reduces the computational latency associated with real-time error decoding.
* Contributes to the development of next-generation quantum middleware and control software specifications.
* Validates the commercial viability of the cat qubit approach through rigorous experimental interpretation.
* Strengthens cross-functional synergy between physics research, hardware fabrication, and software development teams.
* Positions the company as a global leader in non-standard, resource-efficient QEC architectures.
* Increases investor confidence by providing clear metrics for fault tolerance progress.
* Mitigates the fundamental risk of quantum decoherence across the computational stack.
* Informs long-term scaling strategies for universal quantum computing platforms.
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