Senior Quantum Error Correction Engineer

Senior Quantum Error Correction Engineer | Microsoft Careers Skip to main content Microsoft Careers Careers Careers Search Search jobs Sign in Single PositionView All JobsSenior Quantum Error Correction EngineerDenmark, Copenhagen, Kongens LyngbyApply nowAdd to cartFind out how well you match with this jobUpload your resumeJob descriptionCompany and benefitsJob number200042241Date postedJul 21, 2026Work site3 days / week in-officeTravelLess than 25%ProfessionQuantum ComputingDisciplineQuantum Software EngineeringRole typeIndividual ContributorEmployment typeFull-TimeOverviewOverviewMicrosoft Quantum has assembled a talented and diverse international team to create the world’s first scalable quantum computing system. Our full-stack approach involves exciting innovation from the physics at the quantum plane to providing global quantum services. The Microsoft Quantum program strives to fundamentally change the world of computing to help solve humankind’s currently unsolvable problems. We are on the cusp of an accelerated effort in quantum computing. We are looking for a Senior Quantum Error Correction Software Engineer. This position offers an opportunity to have a meaningful influence on a revolutionary technology. The research and development effort includes a diverse staff of theoretical and experimental physicists, hardware designers and software engineers around the world. For more information about the Microsoft Quantum team, please visit https://quantum.microsoft.com/  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. ResponsibilitiesResponsibilitiesDesign and develop infrastructure to evaluate fault-tolerance strategies for quantum computing systems, working in close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of theorists and experimentalists. Advance the implementation of quantum error correction codes, contributing to the development of both logical and physical qubit architectures. Empower research and experimentation aimed at building scalable, resilient quantum computers capable of delivering practical value. Engage in creative problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration to overcome technical challenges in quantum system design. Foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and technical excellence.   Other:Embody our Culture and ValuesQualificationsQualificationsRequired qualifications: Doctorate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systemsOR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND proven software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systems OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND demonstrated software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, scientific computing applications, or multi-component systemsOR equivalent experience.Formal experience in quantum error correction and quantum fault-tolerance research and development environment.Hands-on experience with modeling and analyzing circuit-level noise in quantum circuits.Other Requirements: Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not...