New

Quantum Software Engineer

Microsoft
$85,400.00 - $168,100.00 / yr
United States, Washington, Redmond
Aug 24, 2026
Overview At Microsoft Quantum, we aim to empower science and scientists to solve the world's biggest problems by realizing advanced computing platforms at the intersection of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and quantum information technology. Microsoft Quantum will change the world of computing and help solve some of humankind's currently unsolvable problems. For more information about our team, visithttps://www.microsoft.com/en-us/quantum. We are seeking a highly skilled and committed Software Engineer to join our team. This role is central to advancing our quantum software roadmap and requires passion in software development, cloud, AI, and quantum computing. This role is part of a team building the shared infrastructure that powers Microsoft's quantum computing platform. Microsoft is advancing multiple quantum hardware technologies, including neutral atom and topological qubit systems, and this team develops the foundational software, services, and tooling that enable other engineering teams to build, test, deploy, and operate quantum systems at scale. Working closely with software engineers, hardware designers, and experimental physicists, you will help transform research breakthroughs into robust production capabilities. Responsibilities span software, firmware, and hardware-adjacent systems, with opportunities to influence the future architecture of Microsoft's fault-tolerant quantum computing stack. Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. Responsibilities Design and implement Microsoft Quantum software and firmware subsystems for quantum hardware. Works with appropriate stakeholders to determine user requirements for a set of features. Contributes to the identification of dependencies, and the development of design documents for a product area with little oversight. Contributes to efforts to break down larger work items into smaller work items and provides estimation. Acts as a Designated Responsible Individual (DRI) working on-call to monitor system/product feature/service for degradation, downtime, or interruptions and gains approval to restore system/product/service for simple problems. Remains current in skills by investing time and effort into staying abreast of current developments that will improve the availability, reliability, efficiency, observability, and performance of products while also driving consistency in monitoring and operations at scale. Embody ourCultureandValues Qualifications Required/Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 1+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python OR equivalent experience. This position requires verification of citizenship or other protected status to meet legal requirements of the role. If the role requires US citizenship, as indicated in the job description, a valid US passport must be provided to verify your citizenship. If the role requires US Person status, as indicated in the job description, US citizens must provide a valid US passport for verification while lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may complete this verification using green cards or other status documents, as applicable. Other requirements: Microsoft Cloud Background Check Citizenship & Citizenship Verification Ability toleverageAI tools to drive innovation and efficiency (e.g., performance modeling and analysis, research gathering,day to daytask automation). Ability to work in an "AI-first" environment using modern AI tools to accelerate discovery through hardware development. Preferred qualifications: Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND 2+ years software industry experience, including research and/or development of commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems OR equivalent experience. Experience in coding languages C, C++, C#, Java or Rust Self-motivated withanability to succeed in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment. Experience administering anddeveloping onWindows. Experience working with various telemetryand data visualization systems. Demonstrated ability toidentifyproblem areas, drive issues to closure and ensure solid root cause understanding. Capable of technical deep dives into software architectures, designs, implementations and troubleshooting issues. Excellent problem-solving skills, with a solid understanding of software development and testing practices. #Quantum #QuantumCareers #MDQCareers Quantum Software Engineering IC2 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $85,400 - $168,100 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $111,100 - $183,700 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.