Quantum applications scientist (senior)

Available position

Quantum Applications Scientist (Senior)
(permanent position, 40 hour per week)

Contact : (819) 975-4654, [email protected]

About Nord Quantique

At Nord Quantique, we strive to build impactful technology by relentlessly pushing our understanding of quantum science. We are an interdisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, innovators, builders, and enthusiasts on a mission to make quantum computing a reality. Our quantum processors are designed to reduce errors in quantum computation to facilitate long-term scaling toward fully-fledged quantum computers. We believe it is our responsibility to deliver this transformative technology for the greater good of society.

Located at the heart of the beautiful Eastern Townships region in the province of Quebec, Canada, we develop our technology in the vibrant quantum ecosystem of Sherbrooke. Leaning on more than a decade of vertical integration of quantum hardware, we are leveraging a comprehensive pool of quantum technology and micro-electronic infrastructure to deploy our quantum computing technology.

Salary : $149,000 – $173,000Vacation: 5 weeks per year

Benefits: Group insurance (including dental care), virtual care, lifestyle spending account (all available after 3 months of service)

Our current needs

We are seeking a Senior Quantum Applications Scientist to join our growing Applications team. In this role, you will help drive the evaluation of practical quantum utility on Nord Quantique’s error-corrected bosonic computing platform. You will work across quantum algorithms, resource estimation, benchmarking, and application development, helping bridge the gap between hardware capabilities and real-world computational challenges.

Working closely with the Applications Team Lead, you will support strategic initiatives involving industrial, academic, and government partners, helping identify high-value application opportunities and translate user needs into meaningful technical objectives, benchmarking efforts, and technology requirements. Your work will span quantum algorithm development, resource estimation, utility evaluation, and technical project leadership. You will collaborate closely with hardware, software, and experimental teams to assess how Nord Quantique’s technology can deliver practical value and help inform future technology roadmaps.

As a senior member of the team, you will also play an important role in external engagement by supporting technical discussions with partners, customers, and collaborators. Success in this role requires the ability to communicate complex quantum computing concepts clearly, build trusted relationships with stakeholders, and help guide collaborative projects from initial exploration through execution and delivery.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and contribute to internal projects focused on quantum applications in domains such as chemistry, materials science, energy, optimization, and scientific computing.
• Develop, adapt, and evaluate quantum algorithms for Nord Quantique’s bosonic computing platform.
• Define and execute benchmarking and utility evaluation studies to assess the practical value of quantum computing applications.
• Perform resource estimation and hardware-aware application analyses for both near-term and fault-tolerant quantum computing systems.
• Support strategic initiatives and externally funded programs involving industrial, academic, and government partners.
• Lead selected external collaborations and partnerships from technical definition through execution and reporting.
• Collaborate with experimental teams to validate applications and benchmark performance on hardware.
• Maintaining up-to-date technical skills and knowledge of latest developments in quantum computing and related fields.
• Simulate quantum circuits under realistic noise models using internal tools for performance and resource evaluation.
• Contribute to internal tooling for simulation, algorithm analysis, resource estimation, and performance benchmarking.
• Support customer-facing and industry-facing activities, including technical presentations, workshops, proposal development, and utility assessments.
• Mentor junior scientists and provide technical guidance within the Applications team.

Education and experience requirements:

• PhD or MSc in Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience evaluating the performance and utility of quantum computing systems through benchmarking, simulation, resource estimation, or related methodologies.
• Experience leading complex technical projects and collaborations involving multiple stakeholders.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in industry, academia, or national laboratories, including demonstrated ownership of complex technical projects, collaborations, and technical deliverables.
• Experience developing scientific software and quantum computing workflows, including the use of modern quantum software frameworks and collaborative software development practices.

Sought expertise and knowledge:

• Demonstrated expertise in quantum algorithms, quantum applications, or quantum computing systems.
• Strong understanding of quantum computing architectures and their practical capabilities, limitations, and potential application domains.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, including industrial, academic, and government partners.

Preferred expertise:

Experience in one or more of the following areas will be considered an asset:

• Utility evaluation, benchmarking, and resource estimation for quantum computing applications, including comparison against classical approaches.
• Fault-tolerant quantum computing and utility-oriented quantum algorithms, including quantum resource estimation, Hamiltonian simulation, quantum phase estimation, ground-state preparation, quantum linear algebra, and optimization.
• Quantum simulation of fermionic, bosonic, and spin systems, including applications in chemistry, materials science, energy, condensed matter physics, and scientific computing.
• Industry-facing technical collaborations, externally funded research programs, or multi-partner projects involving industrial, academic, or government stakeholders.
• Experience translating real-world computational challenges into meaningful quantum computing evaluation frameworks, benchmarks, and application studies.

Sought profile:

• Adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving deep-tech startup environment.
• Strong technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to connect technology to business goals.
• Strong project ownership and execution across multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nord Quantique is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in its training, workplaces, and activities. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and traditionally marginalized groups.

Working at Nord Quantique

At Nord Quantique, you will be part of something special: working in a highly dynamic environment at the forefront of quantum technology development while benefiting from a vibrant ecosystem located at the heart of the Quantum Innovation Zone of the picturesque city of Sherbrooke. Our interdisciplinary team is laser-focused on solving grand challenges and making quantum computing a reality.

Nord Quantique is an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals can fulfill their aspirations while being supported and heard. This also means that we offer flexible work schedules and adapt our methods for the well-being of every individual.

Moving to Nord Quantique

Nord Quantique offers extensive moving support, including help with immigration paperwork, with finding a place to live, with access to childcare and schools, even helping your partner to find a new job. We offer a relocation compensation package and competitive salaries.

Working language: French and/or English

Workplace: Espace Quantique 1, 1950 rue Roy, Sherbrooke, QC, J1K 1B7, or Ax.c, Place Victoria, 800 Rue du Square-Victoria, Montreal, Quebec, H3C 0B4

Contact : (819) 975-4654, [email protected]