Quantum Applications Scientist – Applications Team About Nord Quantique ... Our current needsWe are seeking a Quantum Applications Scientist to join our growing Applications team. In this role, you will drive the development of near-term quantum applications tailored to our bosonic hardware platform. You will engage with industrial and academic partners to identify high-value use cases, benchmark them via simulation and hardware execution, and help define how our technology delivers practical utility. Key Responsibilities- Contribute to and lead internal projects focused on quantum applications for domains such as chemistry, materials science optimization and other.- Develop and adapt algorithms for our bosonic qubit platform, including hybrid CV-DV methods.- • Compile high-level quantum circuits down to pulse-level representations and contribute to running experiments on hardware in close collaboration with the experimental team.- Simulate quantum circuits under realistic noise models using internal tools for performance/resource estimation.- Collaborate with external partners to co-design use cases and benchmark them across classical and quantum platforms.- Contribute to internal tooling for simulation, algorithm analysis, and performance benchmarking. Sought expertise:- MSc in physics, computer science, mathematics, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.- Expertise in Quantum Algorithms and NISQ Devices: Demonstrated proficiency in exploring near-term applications on noisy quantum processors (NISQ algorithms) is a significant asset, as this constitutes the primary focus of the open position. Or- Experience in Bosonic Systems: Prior experience in working with bosonic systems and bosonic codes, or more generally with continuous variable quantum computing. This provides a deeper understanding of the capabilities and limitations of our quantum processors. Preferred expertise:Experience in one or more of the following areas will be considered an asset:- Practical near-term implementations of quantum error correction, quantum error correction and fault-tolerant quantum computation, bosonic quantum error-correcting codes- Applying quantum computing to fields like quantum chemistry, material science, and optimization problems.- High-performance computation.- Working with experimental teams.- Familiarity with coding best practices to support research and development tools.- Hybrid continuous-variable/discrete-variable (CV-DV) quantum algorithms.- Variational algorithms and quantum/classical optimization techniques.- Analog-style quantum applications (e.g., near-analog simulations, Hamiltonian engineering).- Quantum simulation and benchmarking, especially in noisy environments.- Quantum compilation, including gate synthesis, scheduling, and pulse-level optimization. Sought profile - Adaptability: The candidate should be able to adapt to rapidly changing environments, as the goals and priorities in the context of a deep tech startup are dynamic and evolving.- Team-Oriented Mindset: Collaboration is key in scientific and quantum computing research, so a team-oriented mindset is highly valued.- Thorough and Systematic: Attention to detail, thoroughness, and a systematic approach to problem-solving are crucial in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the results and conclusions.- Prioritization and Coordination: The ability to prioritize tasks and coordinate actions is essential, especially when working on complex projects with multiple stakeholders.- Organizational and Communication Skills: Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Effective written and verbal communication skills in English for collaboration and conveying findings. Salary: $129,000 – $145,000Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)Working language: English and/or FrenchWorkplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7, or Ax.c, Place Victoria, 800 Rue du Square-Victoria, Montreal, Quebec, H3C 0B4