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QuEra Computing, Inc.

Sr. QPU Software Engineer

Boston, MA, USA
Level
Senior

Not stated in the posting: salary, work type, visa.

Open. First seen 2 October 2026.

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About the role

Summary

QuEra Computing is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join a fast-growing startup and help build the next generation of quantum computer management systems. In this role, you’ll contribute to our controls infrastructure and calibration services and help shape how we operationalize Quantum Computers.

The role offers immediate ownership of mission-critical code, daily collaboration with physicists, hardware engineers, and senior developers.

No prior experience in quantum computing is necessary, making this an excellent chance to step into the field.

Experience

  • 5–10 years of professional software development experience
  • Self-motivated team player with a strong sense of ownership
  • Extensive experience with C++ and Python
  • Strong sense of algorithmic efficiency and system scalability
  • Familiarity with Docker and/or Kubernetes
  • Strong debug and troubleshooting skills
  • Strong understanding of HTTP and RESTful web services

Preferred Experience

  • Experience with distributed cloud native architectures
  • Experience with micro services and event-driven architectures
  • Experience with event streaming platforms like Pulsar, Kafka, Pub/Sub, or Kinesis
  • Experience designing systems for ease of use and operation
  • Experience leveraging AI to quickly develop and test quality solutions
  • Experience analyzing and fitting scientific data, particularly data generated by scientific instruments, to extract meaningful insights and optimize system performance.
  • Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases

Nice to Have

  • Experience working in agile, scrum, or kanban environments
  • Experience or exposure to embedded development concepts
  • Experience with other self-diagnostic systems (medical/automotive)
  • Background including Physics/Math
  • Quantum-curious, though not required
QuEra Computing, Inc.'s standard text

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

What this role asks for

Standard for software engineering roles

Python

Common in software engineering postings at any company.

78% of this description is written for the role. The rest is QuEra Computing, Inc.'s standard text, folded away below.

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The team: QPU Software Engineering HIRES STEADILY

This role is one of 4 open in QPU Software Engineering. 1 was posted in the last 30 days and the oldest in February: a team that hires all year rather than one being built.

WHAT THE TEAM WORKS WITH, ACROSS ITS POSTINGS

Python (4 of 4), Docker (3 of 4), Embedded Systems (3 of 4), Kubernetes (3 of 4), Agile (2 of 4), C++ (2 of 4), Kafka (2 of 4)

OTHER ROLES ON THIS TEAM

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Other openings for this role

2 open postings for this role in Boston, MA, USA, first posted 2 October 2026. The company is likely hiring for more than one position. None has been taken down and posted again.

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