Description
Microsoft is hiring a Principal Quantum Systems Architect focused on control and readout to define scalable classical control and readout architectures for large-scale quantum computing. The role covers quantum-classical interfaces, heterogeneous compute platforms, communication and synchronization fabrics, dataflow, system partitioning, and validation and integration across hardware, firmware, software, and quantum systems. Candidates need a doctorate, master's, or bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus the corresponding years of industry or research-and-development experience, along with security-screening eligibility and familiarity with AI tools. The typical U.S. base pay range is USD 165,600–296,400 per year, with higher ranges for the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area.
