About the role#
QuEra Computing Inc. is looking for interns to help advance the software that connects quantum applications to neutral-atom hardware. You will work alongside software engineers and physicists on research and engineering projects at the intersection of programming languages, compilers, and quantum computing. Each intern works with a mentor on a project matched to their interests and team priorities. This role involves building software infrastructure, developing new compilation methods, and integrating tools with quantum hardware.
What you'll do#
- Investigate research questions in quantum compilation, programming languages, or scientific software.
- Develop prototypes and evaluate approaches through experiments and benchmarks.
- Create domain-specific languages, intermediate representations, compiler analyses, and transformations for quantum circuits, atom movement, or pulse-level control.
- Build and improve compiler infrastructure using Rust or Python.
- Support integration with quantum hardware platforms.
- Collaborate with your mentor, engineers, and physicists to define project goals and discuss technical approaches.
- Contribute tests, documentation, and reproducible examples or experiments.
What you'll need#
- Experience programming in Python, Rust, or another relevant language.
- A foundation in computer science or computational methods.
- Interest in research or software engineering applied to compilers and scientific software.
- Ability to approach technical problems systematically and communicate results clearly.
- Enthusiasm for collaborative work and building tools for researchers.
- Academic training or research in computer science, physics, applied mathematics, or a related field.
- Experience with compiler development, intermediate representations like SSA, program analysis, or optimization.
- Knowledge of programming language design, type systems, or theory.
- Experience with systems programming or Python-based scientific software.
- Familiarity with quantum computing, quantum error correction, or AMO physics.
- Experience with version control, code review, testing, debugging, or open-source projects.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site internship based in Boston, Massachusetts.
- The role is full-time and paid.
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
- Internship terms are flexible and can be arranged around your availability.
About QuEra Computing Inc.
QuEra Computing builds neutral-atom quantum computers. The company uses a multi-zone architecture to provide reconfigurable qubit connectivity. Founded in 2018, it operates out of Boston with additional locations in Japan and the UK. It serves enterprise innovators, research institutions, and government agencies.
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