Research Quantum Processor Scientist Yorktown Heights, US

Overview IBM Research Scientists are charting the future of Artificial Intelligence, creating breakthroughs in quantum computing, discovering how blockchain will reshape the enterprise, and much more. Join a team that is dedicated to applying science to some of today's most complex challenges, whether it’s discovering a new way for doctors to help patients, teaming with environmentalists to clean up our waterways or enabling retailers to personalize customer service. Your role and responsibilities Novel Quantum Processors: you would be responsible for helping to design, simulate, measure and interpret results for new quantum processors and associated components. Education requirements Required education: Master's Degree Preferred education: Doctorate Degree Required Technical and Professional Expertise Masters in Physics or related field. Experience laying out devices and simulating devices using electromagnetic and quantum physics. Experience using and modifying software to control quantum devices. Experience of using digital sources and digitizing hardware to control quantum devices. Preferred Technical and Professional Experience PhD in Physics or related field. Experience in loading microwave quantum devices in cryogenic systems. Experience with superconducting surfaces and proximitized superconductors. Experience with designing microwave circuits. Experience with dilution fridges. Knowledge of quantum error correction codes and the necessary hardware needed to run these codes. ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT IBM Research is the organic growth engine of IBM and an innovation engine for our customers and partners. As part of this mission, IBM Research anticipates and examines 'What's Next in Computing' to ultimately create and integrate the technologies the world relies upon to solve big challenges and unlock new opportunities. We create and pioneer new markets for IBM, our partners and customers as exemplified in our ongoing quest to reach practical and large-scale quantum computing. Across IBM Research, we realize the power and potential to accelerate discovery with our partners and clients by combining the power of high performance computing, AI, and Quantum, all integrated through the hybrid cloud. Benefits 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 EEO 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. Job Details Job Title: Quantum Processor Scientist Date posted: 27‑May‑2026 Job ID: 73783 City / Township / Village: Yorktown Heights State / Province: New York Country: United States Work arrangement: Onsite Area of work: Research Employment type: Regular Contract type: Regular Projected Minimum Salary per year: 170,000.00 Projected Maximum Salary per year: 230,000.00 Position type: Professional No Travel Company: (0147) International Business Machines Corporation Shift: General (daytime) #J-18808-Ljbffr