Research Quantum System Performance Senior Scientist Professional Yorktown Heights, US

You will be defining and ensuring execution on the roadmap for characterization and calibration methodologies, establishing best practices and guiding their implementation across the team. You will serve as a key technical voice in cross‑functional discussions amongst quantum measurement scientists, analog and digital signal engineers, theoretical physicists, demonstration experimentalists, and software developers — bringing both scientific depth and strategic perspective to fast‑moving, high‑stakes programs. Strong communication skills, technical rigor, and a high sense of ownership are essential. Your role and responsibilities The successful candidate will join a team of scientists and engineers as a senior technical leader in a highly collaborative effort to advance the performance of IBM Quantum systems toward large‑scale demonstrations of quantum advantage and error correction. In this role, you will set the technical direction for performance optimization across superconducting (SC) quantum processors — driving the identification and resolution of systemic performance gaps through rigorous quantum measurement design, analysis, and calibration strategy. Required Education Doctorate Degree Preferred Education Doctorate Degree Required technical and professional expertise Deep, demonstrated expertise in quantum measurement and characterization techniques, with a strong publication or delivery record. Proven ability to define and drive technical roadmaps in an experimental quantum computing environment. Ability to operate as a senior technical contributor — influencing direction, mentoring scientists and engineers, and elevating team‑wide standards. Preferred technical and professional experience Expert‑level Python skills, including large‑scale data analysis and measurement automation pipelines. Extensive hands‑on experience with RF/microwave design and characterization at device, PCB, and/or wiring levels. Significant experimental research experience with superconducting qubits, particularly in system‑level performance optimization and calibration. Experience shaping or contributing to multi‑quarter technical roadmaps for quantum hardware performance. Cryogenic RF/microwave design and characterization at scale. Experience working closely with theorists to translate models into actionable experiments. Experience with agentic AI coding tools and quantum circuit frameworks such as Qiskit. Benefits IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to: Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well‑being. Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long‑term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance‑based salary incentive programs. Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law. Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI‑driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry‑recognized certifications to achieve their career goals. Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law. Equal Opportunity and Non‑Discrimination Statement IBM is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. #J-18808-Ljbffr IBM