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IonQ

Senior Rust Software Engineer

Pleasanton, CA

$142K - $186K/yr

Vector Atomic, an IonQ company, is building quantum technology to transform navigation, timing, geophysical exploration, and telecommunications. Our team of engineers, scientists, software developers ...

IBM

Quantum EDA Software Engineer

Yorktown Heights, NY · On-site

... engineers to join the quantum hardware design/simulation team at the IBM Thomas J. Watson Research Center in Yorktown Heights, NY. The role focuses on developing software tools for designing quantum ...

Tyto Athene, LLC

Quantum Trainer

Reston, VA

... contracts, projects, and customer environments. * Develop hands-on examples using quantum software ... Familiarity with quantum software tools, programming frameworks, simulators, or cloud-accessible ...

Q-CTRL

Senior Software Integration Engineer

Huntsville, AL

$120K - $159K/yr

You don't need a background in quantum to make an impact here. We value strong engineering ... About the role We are seeking a Software Integration Engineer to own the deployment, configuration ...

Q-CTRL

Senior Software Integration Engineer

Huntsville, AL

$120K - $159K/yr

You don't need a background in quantum to make an impact here. We value strong engineering ... About the role We are seeking a Software Integration Engineer to own the deployment, configuration ...

QCi

Senior Engineer, Quantum Algorithms

Hoboken, NJ · On-site

Software Engineer, Quantum Algorithms (Optimization) Location: Hoboken, NJ Division: Technology Department: Engineering About Us Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative ...

Tyto Athene, LLC

Quantum Trainer

Reston, VA · On-site

... contracts, projects, and customer environments. * Develop hands-on examples using quantum software ... Familiarity with quantum software tools, programming frameworks, simulators, or cloud-accessible ...

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As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract quantum software engineer in the United States is $147,524.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,000.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Quantum Software Engineer vs Contract Software Developer?

AspectContract Quantum Software EngineerContract Software Developer
Required CredentialsDegree in Computer Science, Physics, or related field; knowledge of quantum computing frameworksDegree in Computer Science or related field; proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, C++
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, tech companies focusing on quantum tech, startupsSoftware firms, tech companies, startups, client sites
Industry UsageQuantum computing industry, research institutionsIT, software development, tech industry
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Contract Quantum Software Engineer and a Contract Software Developer lies in their specialization. Quantum Software Engineers focus on developing algorithms and software for quantum computers, requiring knowledge of quantum mechanics and specialized frameworks. In contrast, Software Developers work on traditional software applications across various industries. Both roles require programming skills, but their focus areas and industry applications differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Contract Quantum Software Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 62% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,524 per year, or $70.9 per hour.
Quantum Error Correction Software Engineer

Quantum Error Correction Software Engineer

Atom Computing

Boulder, CO • On-site

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
Atom Computing builds quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. They are seeking a software engineer with a background in quantum information theory to contribute to the architecture and strategy of error correction in neutral atom quantum computers.
Responsibilities:
• Research efforts related to quantum error correcting codes and fault-tolerant schemes
• Designing and implementing demonstrations of fault-tolerant quantum computation
• Real-time decoding and classical feedforward during fault-tolerant quantum computation
• Setup and maintenance of databases
• Compilation of quantum circuits
• Analyzing data generated from quantum hardware performing error corrected computation
• Simulation of fault-tolerant quantum computation
• Resource estimation for fault-tolerant quantum applications
Qualifications:
Required:
• PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience with quantum error correction theory
• Must have previous experience developing software for quantum computers in industry and/or academia and a solid grasp of quantum computing and quantum information concepts.
• Coding proficiency in Python and one or more compiled languages such as Rust, C, or C++, and familiarity with Git version control.
• Willingness to learn AMO physics or quantum mechanics concepts as required.
• Documented ability to translate research results into functional production code.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with software developers, physicists, and engineers in complementary disciplines.
• Temperamentally suited to work at a fast-growing, early-stage startup: self-motivated, humble, driven, collaborative, and with a high tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty.
Company:
Atom Computing develops gate-based quantum computers that use arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms as qubits. Founded in 2018, the company is headquartered in Berkeley, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.

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