Quantum Error Correction Theorist
IBM · Yorktown Heights, United States · Research
About this role
IBM is hiring a senior-level Research Scientist in the machine learning function based in Yorktown Heights, United States. The posting calls out experience with Git, Data Structures.
- Role
- Research Scientist
- Function
- machine learning
- Level
- senior
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Yorktown Heights, United States
- Department
- Research
- Posted
- Feb 9, 2026
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Job description
from IBM careersIntroduction
IBM Quantum leads the world in quantum computing. We aim to solve complex problems the world’s most powerful supercomputers cannot solve, and never will. We are advancing quantum computing technology, hardware, and software, while exploring applications to make quantum broadly usable and accessible. With a worldwide network of Fortune 500 companies, academic institutions, researchers, educators, and enthusiasts, we are committed to driving innovation for our clients, our partners, and the open source Qiskit community. IBM Quantum is building an equitable, diverse, and inclusive global quantum computing ecosystem.
Your role and responsibilities
As a theoretical research scientist with IBM Quantum, your job will be to advance the field of quantum computing. Areas of research include quantum error correction, fault tolerant algorithms, information theory, and compilation.
Required technical and professional expertise
- Experience in academic graduate program related applicable area of quantum computing
- Coursework or projects in applicable area
- Experience performing theoretical research
- Experience with one or more general purpose programming language
Preferred technical and professional experience
- Strong publication record in high-impact journal.
- Programming experience in core & scientific languages
- Familiarity with Git and/or Github