Quantum Applications Scientist - Applications Team

Nord Quantique

Nord Quantique

IT

Sherbrooke, QC, Canada

USD 129k-145k / year

Posted on May 1, 2026
About NQ: developing quantum processors; leveraging bosonic hardware. Our current needs: drive near-term quantum applications tailored to bosonic platform; engage with partners on high-value use cases; benchmark via simulation/hardware; define practical utility. Responsibilities: lead internal application projects (chemistry/materials/optimization, etc.); develop/adapt algorithms incl. hybrid CV-DV; compile to pulse-level and execute with experimental team; simulate under realistic noise; co-design/benchmark with external partners; contribute to tooling. Sought expertise: MSc or equivalent experience; expertise in quantum algorithms and NISQ devices (primary focus) OR experience with bosonic systems/CV QC. Preferred: practical near-term QEC, FTQC, bosonic codes; applications in chemistry/materials/optimization; HPC; work with experimental teams; coding best practices; CV-DV, variational algorithms, analog-style applications; compilation/gate synthesis/pulse-level optimization. Salary: $129,000–$145,000. Benefits: Group insurance (incl. dental), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (after 3 months). Working language: English and/or French. Workplace: Sherbrooke or Montreal.