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Principal Quantum Applications Architect - Cryptography

Job in Redmond, King County, Washington, 98073, USA
Listing for: Microsoft
Full Time, Part Time position
Listed on 2026-10-14
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    AI Engineer (Applied/Software), Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, Data Scientist, Computer Science
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 142800 - 274800 USD Yearly USD 142800.00 274800.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job d:

Location:

United States, Washington, Redmond Salary: USD $142,800 - $274,800 per year

Employment type:

Full-Time Work site: 3 days / week in-office

Role type:
Individual Contributor Travel:
Less than 25%
Profession:
Quantum Computing Discipline:
Quantum Software Engineering Company:
Microsoft Overview The  Microsoft Quantum team is redefining what is possible with technology—creating unprecedented possibilities to solve humanity’s most complex challenges. Our team combines hardware innovation with software technologies and Azure services to build scalable quantum technologies in an industry-leading quantum ecosystem. 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, visit . We’re seeking a Principal Quantum Applications Architect to develop applications for fault-tolerant quantum computers in the space of chemistry, cryptography, and simulation of physical systems. Are you enthusiastic about quantum computing and its applications? Do you want to be part of the next revolution in computing?

Microsoft is looking for you! We are looking for talented scientists and engineers to join our team to build algorithms and applications for scaled fault-tolerant quantum computers. This is a unique opportunity to work with world-class scientists and engineers to drive innovation across quantum applications, development platforms, and hybrid quantum-classical workflows. 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 Algorithm Development: Create, build, and refine quantum algorithms for cryptanalysis and simulation. Protocol Creation: Design novel quantum cryptographic schemes.

Validation & Optimization: Develop, test, and validate models for estimating the cost and practicality of algorithms on scaled quantum computers. Large-Scale Modeling: Conduct simulations to optimize quantum system architectures for applications.  Research:
Drive mathematical research and experimentation aimed at developing new quantum algorithms. Cross-Team

Collaboration:

 Collaborate effectively across teams, demonstrating clear communication. Embody our Culture and Values Qualifications Required/

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctorate in Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND 3+ years software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, or scientific or cybersecurity computing applications. OR Master's Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND 7+ years software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, or scientific or cybersecurity computing applications.

OR Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Physics, Physical Sciences, or related field AND 9+ years software industry experience, including developing commercial software, compilers, or scientific or cybersecurity computing applications.

OR equivalent experience. Other Requirements:
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security…
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