Careers - ParityQC

Quantum Compiler Developer

We are looking for a Quantum Compiler Developer who will join our team of Quantum Engineers and Physicists creating next-generation quantum computers. The role involves mainly the development of algorithms and implementation of features to compile optimization problems to various types of quantum hardware, making use of the ParityQC architecture. The compilation process involves taking as input an optimization problem defined in a specific way—think an integer linear program—and computing a circuit to be laid out in a specific pattern on a quantum chip. This is a hard computational problem and involves bringing many ideas together, for example linear algebra, randomized search algorithms, and heuristics. This quantum compiler is a central component of our software product ParityOS.

You will develop pioneering algorithms, joining us in designing and building a fully-featured and scalable software product. There will be many fascinating mathematical and algorithmic puzzles to solve. You will design and implement efficient solutions in a fresh codebase using modern, maintainable code. This will not only give you the chance to grow along with extremely talented, world-class team of experts, but also be fun.

Required Skills & Experience

PhD or MSc in a quantitative field (computer science, physics, mathematics)
Systems programming skills in Python and Modern C++ (including C++11, 14, 17)
Understanding of Algorithms and Data Structures
Linear algebra, linear coding theory, graph theory
High degree of creativity and pro-activeness
Ability to work self-initiated and independently
Fluency in English

Preferred Experience

Software design principles (design patterns, SOLID)
Familiarity with Agile methodology and Test-Driven Design
Some knowledge of quantum computing, quantum information, or quantum error correction are a plus, but not required
German skills are a plus, but not required

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of computing. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations. The position offers the possibility to conduct research and publish in peer-reviewed journals. Furthermore, we offer an appealing work environment with an international, motivated team and the flexibility to partially work from home.

Why ParityQC?

Excellent work-life balance
Flexible working hours with home office options
An innovative and international working environment
Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

Job: Full time
Hours of work per week: 38,5 hours
Remuneration based on experience
Place: Innsbruck

Please submit your CV and cover letter to recruiting@parityqc.com stating why you would be interested in working at ParityQC and why your experience is relevant

Backend Software Engineer

We are looking for highly skilled and motivated software engineers (with or without physics background) to improve on our current backend, which handles compilation jobs and other similar compute-intensive tasks. We are looking for team players who are highly collaborative. Ideal applicants will have already worked in the SaaS industry.

The task is to develop and maintain the SaaS infrastructure and the backend microservices which deliver our operating system worldwide. In the short term, this would entail container orchestration, logging, HPC infrastructure, maintenance of the cloud infrastructure and database management. You will also be responsible for the deployment of our internal IT infrastructure, i.g. maintaining and managing our python-based company services on the Exoscale cloud platform.

Required Skills & Experience

Experience in cloud computing, SaaS, and API development.
REST API frameworks: Django, Flask, PostgreSQL, Redis, RabbitMQ, …
DevOps: Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker, GitLab pipelines
Programming languages: Python, Rust
3-4 years of work experience within the industry
Motivated to be responsible for the IT backbone of the company
High degree of creativity and pro-activeness
Ability to work self-initiated and independently
Fluency in English

Preferred Experience

Publicly available repositories of sample backend/full-stack projects
German skills are a plus, but not required

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of computing. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations. We offer an appealing work environment with an international, motivated team and the flexibility to partially work from home.

Why ParityQC?

Excellent work-life balance
Flexible working hours with home office options
An innovative and international working environment
Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

Job: Full time
Hours of work per week: 38,5/40 hours
Place: Innsbruck/Hamburg

Please submit your CV and cover letter to recruiting@parityqc.com stating why you would be interested in working at ParityQC and why your experience is relevant

Quantum Error Correction Engineer

We are looking for a Quantum Error Correction Researcher who will join our team of Quantum Physicists creating blueprints and strategies for next generation quantum computers, with a specific focus on fully fault-tolerant implementations using the ParityQC Architecture.

As a Quantum Error Correction Engineer, you will develop pioneering algorithms in the realm of quantum computing. These novel quantum algorithms are specifically co-designed to run on various quantum computing platforms. You will utilize the specific advantages of different quantum error correction codes or noise-biased hardware platforms to develop fully fault-tolerant strategies for implementing universal quantum algorithms in the ParityQC Architecture. You will also be involved in noise simulations to study and improve the resulting error rates of the developed implementations and find suitable near-term applications.

Required Skills & Experience

PhD in (theoretical) physics, mathematics, or related subject with a focus on quantum computation
Deep understanding of quantum computation and quantum information, in particular experience with quantum error correction codes and stabilizer formalism
Basic programming skills
High degree of creativity and pro-activeness
Ability to work self-initiated and independently, experience in research
Fluency in English

Preferred Experience

A proven track record in quantum computing with a focus on implementing quantum algorithms in a fault-tolerant manner
Experience with object-oriented programming and software development, in particular in Python
Knowledge of noise-biased hardware platforms, e.g. bosonic codes

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of computing. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations. The position offers the possibility to conduct research and publish in peer-reviewed journals. Furthermore, we offer an appealing work environment with an international, motivated team and the flexibility to partially work from home.

Why ParityQC?

Excellent work-life balance
Flexible working hours with home office options
An innovative and international working environment
Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

Job: Full time
Hours of work per week: 38,5 hours
Remuneration based on experience
Place: Innsbruck

Please submit your CV and cover letter to recruiting@parityqc.com stating why you would be interested in working at ParityQC and why your experience is relevant

Quantum Use Case Developer

We are looking for a Quantum Use-Case Developer to join our team of Quantum Physicists and Engineers creating the next generation of quantum computers. This role involves the analysis and investigation of real-world use cases for quantum computation, and to develop mathematical models to best encode them onto quantum hardware using the ParityQC architecture. These investigations are integral to the development of our main product ParityOS, a toolchain of software that translates optimization problems from its raw mathematical formulation to a complete quantum program.

As a Quantum Use-Case Developer, you will develop pioneering models of real-world optimization problems in the realm of quantum computing. You will invent novel mathematical formulations of industry-relevant problems such that they can best make use of the advantages offered by the Parity Architecture. You will develop algorithms for both analog and digital quantum computers, and write code to implement and simulate your models in order to understand and maximize their performance. You will encounter many challenges which will give you the chance to grow in your role, and you will increase your knowledge by discussing and working within a world-class, international team of experts. The use-cases you develop will be valuable in connecting with customers who have real-world optimization problems to solve on near-term quantum computers and beyond.

Required Skills & Experience

PhD or Master’s degree in (theoretical) physics, mathematics or a related subject
Experience with mathematical modelling as well as with optimization problems and their complexity
Experience with quantum computing and in particular quantum optimization
Programming skills, especially Python
High degree of creativity and proactiveness
Ability to work self-initiated and independently, experience in research
Fluency in English

Preferred Experience

PhD in physics, mathematics, or a related field
Experience in industry, with a focus on optimization and/or quantum computing
German skills are a plus, but not required

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of computing. ParityOS is the first fully cloud-based operating system for quantum computers. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations. The position also offers the possibility to conduct research and publish in peer-reviewed journals. Furthermore, we offer an appealing work environment with an international, motivated team and the flexibility to partially work from home.

Why ParityQC?

Excellent work-life balance
Flexible working hours with home office options
An innovative and international working environment
Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

Job: full time
Hours of work per week: 38,5 h
Remuneration based on experience
Place: Innsbruck

Please submit your CV and cover letter to recruiting@parityqc.com stating why you would be interested in working at ParityQC and why your experience is relevant

Grant Manager

The quantum computing ecosystem is still in its infant stage and most projects are financed by governmental grants and executed by consortia from academia and industry. At ParityQC we are involved in multiple national and international consortia within Austrian and European as well as US grants. Managing our grants including financial reports is a position with great responsibility and requires self-management. We are searching for a strategically thinking person who will help us enhancing funding models, identifying new sources of funding, and developing sustainable and effective grant reporting.

As grant manager you will be responsible for managing overall grant efforts, documenting payments and expenditure, optimizing the grant administration process, overseeing fund-raising, preparing progress reports, ensuring compliance with grant regulations, reviewing grant proposals, managing grant databases, engaging with donor agencies, educating staff on policies, and preparing financial reports. Your skills and expertise in successful grants management will aid our organization in securing continuous funding, improving business opportunities through effective funding programs, and executing meaningful projects.

The ideal candidate for this role should have superior organizational skills and exceptional budgeting and monitoring skills. The outstanding Grants Manager should re-enforce relationships with donors, ensure that grant programs operate efficiently, streamline grant administration, and keep our organization fiscally sound. Tasks will include:

Designing grant programs.
Determining funding needs.
Researching funding opportunities.
Reporting to the management.
Coordinating and engaging with grant writers
Identifying support agencies
Optimizing the grant administration process
Managing timelines and deliverables
Preparing and monitoring budgets.
Tracking grant applications

Required Skills & Experience

Degree in Business Administration or equivalent
Methodical and strategic thinking
Good communication skills
Excellent Project management and organizational skills
Budgeting and accounting experience
Computer literacy
Knowledge of auditing policies
Strong writing skills
Fluency in English and German

Preferred Experience

Understanding of commercial aspects of quantum computing
Knowledge of donor agencies and grant programs in Austria and/or Europe

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of quantum computers. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations.

Why ParityQC?

Excellent work-life balance
Flexible working hours with home office options
An innovative and international working environment
Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

Job: Full time
Hours of work per week: 40h
Place: Hamburg
Contact: recruiting@parityqc.com

Human Resources Generalist

We are looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join the growing Operations team in our new office in Hamburg, Germany, performing tasks of HR and operational support.

As a member of the Operations team in Germany you will be responsible for areas concerning HR, office management and operational support. This will include activities such as coordination of personnel law issues with payroll accounting as well as administration of hourly and holiday records, onboarding/offboarding of employees, etc. It will also include support in the preparation of reports and documents for funding applications and interim reports, and optimization of processes in the area of administration.

Required skills/education

Completed business studies or equivalent education (e.g. BA, BSc or above)
Proven experience as HR generalist or Operational support
Understanding of labor laws and employment conditions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and take responsibility
Fluency in English & German
Very good MS Office user skills

Preferred experience

Experience as GDPR compliance officer or equivalent
Knowledge of HRMS systems

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of quantum computers. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations.

Why ParityQC?

Excellent work-life balance
Flexible working hours with home office options
An innovative and international working environment
Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

Job: full time
Hours of work per week: 40
Place: Hamburg
Contact: recruiting@parityqc.com

Human Resources Officer

We are looking for an HR Officer to take on several responsibilities concerning Human Resources management within our growing team. In this role, you’ll have full control of our HR systems, help develop them further and contribute to the organic growth of ParityQC, while interacting with an international team of tech professionals.

As a member of the HR team you will be responsible for all areas concerning human resources management. This includes supporting the development and implementation of HR processes, systems, and procedures. This will require management and refinement of the internal recruitment, onboarding & offboarding processes as well as monitoring and preparing job offers and reviewing of employment and working conditions to ensure legal compliance in different countries.

Required skills/education

Completed business studies or equivalent education (e.g. BA, BSc or above)
Proven experience as HR officer or other HR position
Understanding of labor laws and employment conditions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and take responsibility
Fluency in English & German
Very good MS Office user skills

Preferred experience

Experience as GDPR compliance officer or equivalent
Knowledge of HRMS systems

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of quantum computers. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations.

Why ParityQC?

Excellent work-life balance
Flexible working hours with home office options
An innovative and international working environment
Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

Job: full time
Hours of work per week: 38,5 h
Remuneration based on experience
Place: Innsbruck

Please submit your CV to recruiting@parityqc.com

Quantum Hardware Theorist

We are looking for a Quantum Hardware Theorist who will join our team of quantum scientists creating next-generation quantum computers. We partner with multiple hardware manufacturers and tailor the quantum algorithm to the specific hardware. The role is principally focused on the theoretical modelling and simulation of superconducting circuits, trapped ions, atoms or NV-centers based QC. Your focus will be either on one or multiple of these hardware platforms. You will develop pioneering realizations of multi-qubit gates including noise effects and support the co-designing of algorithms and error correction protocols specifically adapted to these hardware platforms, using the ParityQC architecture.

As a Quantum Hardware Theorist, you will theoretically model the underlying physics of superconducting circuits, trapped ions, atoms or NV-center hardware platforms including noise effects. You will utilize the specific advantages of superconducting circuits, trapped ions, neutral atoms or NV-center based quantum computers to co-design performant algorithms and to propose the experimental realization of improved qubit gates. This co-development of hardware and software requires both a profound theoretical knowledge of quantum information theory as well as a deep understanding of the specific qubit platforms. Your tasks involve creating innovative techniques and strategies to tackle optimization problems in the ParityQC Architecture for these hardware platforms.

Required Skills & Experience

PhD degree in physics or related subject with a focus on superconducting circuits or trapped ions or atoms or NV-center based quantum computation
Deep understanding of superconducting qubits or trapped ions or atoms or NV-center based quantum computers
Deep understanding of quantum computation and quantum information
Programming skills, in particular Python
High degree of creativity and pro-activeness
Ability to work self-initiated and independently, experience in research
Fluency in English

Preferred Experience

A proven track record in quantum physics and in particular trapped ions or atoms or NV-center based quantum computation
German skills are a plus, but not required

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of quantum computers. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations. The position will allow you to conduct research and publish in peer-reviewed journals.

Why ParityQC?

Excellent work-life balance
Flexible working hours with home office options
An innovative and international working environment
Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

Job: full time
Hours of work per week: 40 h
Remuneration based on experience
Place: Hamburg

Please submit your CV and cover letter to recruiting@parityqc.com stating why you would be interested in working at ParityQC and why your experience is relevant

Back Office Manager

As a successful spinoff, our team is growing quickly, and we are looking for a Back Office Manager who will hold key responsibilities in the field of management, administration and HR. You will be a key team member of our Operations team, supporting the growth of our new office in Hamburg. In this role, you’ll have the chance to have a complete overview of the activities of a growing spinoff in the deep-tech sector, and interact with an international team and with our industrial partners worldwide.

Your field of activity will include:

Independent organisation of the daily office routine with all associated organisational activities
Optimisation of processes in the area of administration
Preparatory accounting and coordination with tax office
Assumption of activities in the area of HR, in particular coordination of personnel law issues with payroll accounting as well as administration of hourly and holiday records, onboarding/offboarding of employees, etc.
Support in the preparation of reports and documents for funding applications and interim reports
Administrative support of the management team including appointment and travel planning

Required skills/education

Commercial training and/or work experience
in the field of administration, back office
Excellent organizational skills and an independent and accurate way of working
Very good language skills: German and English, spoken and written
Good MS Office skills

Preferred skills:

Experience in Human Resources
Experience in accounting

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of quantum computers. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations.

Why ParityQC?

Excellent work-life balance
Flexible working hours with home office options
An innovative and international working environment
Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

Job: part time or full time
Hours of work per week: 30 h or 40 h
Start date: as soon as possible
Place: Hamburg

Please submit your CV to recruiting@parityqc.com

Quantum Algorithm Developer

We are looking for a Quantum Algorithm Developer who will join our team of Quantum Physicists creating next-generation quantum computers. The role involves mainly the development of algorithms and quantum hardware proposals using the ParityQC architecture. We are developing ParityOS, a toolchain of software that translates optimization problems from their raw mathematical formulation to a complete quantum program, that can be specifically customized for the underlying hardware platform.

As a Quantum Algorithm Developer, you will develop pioneering algorithms in the realm of quantum computing. These novel quantum algorithms are specifically co-designed to run on near-term quantum devices. You will utilize the specific advantages of different hardware platforms, e.g., trapped ions, neutral atoms, or superconducting quantum computers to design performant algorithms and to propose how to experimentally realize the necessary algorithmic building blocks. We develop optimization algorithms both digital and analog for our architecture. The focus of our company is the co-development of hardware and software, which requires both theoretical knowledge of quantum information theory, as well as a deep understanding of the current qubit platforms. Your tasks involve creating innovative techniques and strategies to tackle optimization problems in the Parity Architecture as well as refining them and pushing their limits.

Required Skills & Experience

PhD or Master’s degree in (theoretical) physics, mathematics or related subject with a focus on quantum computation
Deep understanding of at least of one of the current qubit platforms (atoms, ions, superconducting qubits, etc.)
Deep understanding of quantum computation and quantum information
Programming skills, in particular Python
High degree of creativity and pro-activeness
Ability to work self-initiated and independently, experience in research
Fluency in English

Preferred Experience

PhD in quantum physics (theoretical physics)
Quantum error correction codes and/or stabilizer codes
A proven track record in quantum physics and in particular quantum information
German skills are a plus, but not required

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of computing. ParityOS is the first fully cloud-based operating system for quantum computers. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations. The position offers the possibility to conduct research and publish in peer-reviewed journals. Furthermore, we offer an appealing work environment with an international, motivated team and the flexibility to partially work from home.

Why ParityQC?

Excellent work-life balance
Flexible working hours with home office options
An innovative and international working environment
Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

Job: Full time
Hours of work per week: 38,5 hours
Remuneration based on experience
Location: Innsbruck

Please submit your CV and cover letter to recruiting@parityqc.com stating why you would be interested in working at ParityQC and why your experience is relevant

Quantum Optimization Engineer

We are looking for a Quantum Optimization Engineer who will join our team to create the next generation of operating systems for quantum computers. The role involves mainly optimizing the ParityQC Architecture for specific quantum hardware systems.

As a Quantum Optimization Engineer you will implement processes that translate quantum algorithms into sequences of physical operations on real quantum hardware. Using your knowledge on quantum circuit and noise modeling, you optimize the mapping of standard gates sequences onto hardware specific instruction sets. Join us in building the world’s most scalable architecture for solving optimization problems. You will encounter many challenging opportunities to grow in your role and you will expand your knowledge by discussing and working within a world-class team of experts from around the globe.

Required Skills & Experience

PhD in quantum physics (theoretical physics), experience in quantum computing or numerical optimization
Strong programming skills with languages like Python (required) and high performance computing languages such as C/C++ or Fortran.
Experience with quantum computing frameworks like Qutip, Cirq or Qiskit
High degree of creativity and pro-activeness
Ability to work self-initiated and independently
Fluency in English

Preferred Experience

A proven track record in modelling quantum systems and in particular quantum information processes
Experience with numerical optimization techniques or trapped-ion physics is a plus

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of quantum computers. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations.

Why ParityQC?

Excellent work-life balance
Flexible working hours with home office options
An innovative and international working environment
Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

Job: full time
Hours of work per week: 40 h
Remuneration based on experience
Place: Hamburg

Please submit your CV and cover letter to recruiting@parityqc.com stating why you would be interested in working at ParityQC and why your experience is relevant

Kaufmännische Mitarbeiter/in für den Bereich Verwaltung

Aufgrund des schnellen Wachstums unseres erfolgreichen Spin-offs der Universität Innsbruck suchen wir eine/einen kaufmännische/n Mitarbeiter/in zur Unterstützung im Bereich Management, Administration und HR. In dieser Rolle werden Sie die/der Hauptansprechpartner/in für das Managementteam sein und dieses bei der Verwaltung und des Wachstums unserer Niederlassung in Hamburg unterstützen. Diese Funktion bietet Ihnen die Möglichkeit einen vollständigen Überblick über die Aktivitäten eines wachsenden jungen Unternehmens im Deep-Tech-Sektor zu erhalten sowie durch die Interaktionen mit einem internationalen Team und unseren Industriepartnern weltweit reichhaltige Erfahrungen zu sammeln.

Als kaufmännische Mitarbeiter/in unterstützen Sie das Führungsteam in organisatorischer und administrativer Hinsicht.

Zu Ihrem Tätigkeitsbereich gehören unter anderem:

Administrative Unterstützung des Führungsteams inklusive Termin- und Reiseplanung.
Eigenständige Organisation des Büroalltags mit aller damit verbundenen organisatorischen Tätigkeiten.
Vorbereitende Buchhaltung und Abstimmung mit Steuerkanzlei
Übernahme von Tätigkeiten im Bereich HR insbesondere Abstimmung von personalrechtlichen Themen mit der Personalverrechnung sowie Verwaltung von Stunden- und Urlaubsaufzeichnungen, Onboarding/Offboarding von Mitarbeitern etc.
Unterstützung bei der Erstellung von Berichten und Dokumenten für Förderanträge und Zwischenberichte.
Optimierung von Prozessen im Bereich der Verwaltung

Erforderliche Fähigkeiten/Ausbildung

Kaufmännische Ausbildung und/oder Berufserfahrung im Bereich Verwaltung, Backoffice
Hervorragende organisatorische Fähigkeit sowie eine eigenständige und genaue Arbeitsweise
Sehr gute Sprachkenntnisse: Deutsch und Englisch in Wort und Schrift
Gute MS-Office-Kenntnisse

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