About this role
Senior Quantum Simulation Engineer
United States, California, Santa Barbara
Job description
Company and benefits
Job number
200062898
Date posted
Oct 21, 2026
Work site 3 days / week in-office
Travel Less than 25%
Profession Quantum Computing
Discipline Quantum Engineering
Role type Individual Contributor
Employment type Full-Time
Overview
Microsoft Quantum has assembled a talented and diverse international team to create the world’s first scalable quantum computing system. Our full-stack approach involves exciting innovation from the physics at the quantum plane to providing global quantum services. The Microsoft Quantum program strives to fundamentally change the world of computing to help solve humankind’s currently unsolvable problems. We are on the cusp of an accelerated effort in quantum computing.
We are looking for a diverse set of talented and focused people to accelerate the delivery of useful quantum computers. Microsoft has an internal program pursuing topological qubits for large-scale quantum computing. We are also working closely with a growing list of companies to advance quantum computer systems at every layer of the stack and bring them to market on the Microsoft Quantum accelerator platform. We believe AI can accelerate both the creation of useful quantum computers and bring-in the timelines for their realization. For more information about the Microsoft Quantum team, please visit
The Quantum Design team at Microsoft is seeking a Senior Quantum Simulation Engineer to model and simulate the dynamics of topological qubit devices and few-qubit arrays. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence groundbreaking technology and accelerate progress toward scalable quantum computing.
As a Quantum Simulation Engineer, you will develop and refine advanced simulation methods to model qubit dynamics and error processes to deliver actionable insights that guide qubit designs and operational protocols. You’ll collaborate closely with system, measurement, and quantum error correction teams in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment, working alongside world-class engineers and scientists to push the boundaries of quantum technology.
At Microsoft, our mission—to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more—guides how we partner with customers to deliver trusted, impactful solutions. With a growth mindset culture, we innovate responsibly and measure success by shared progress—people, teams, and customers. Join us to do meaningful work that changes the world and helps shape what’s next for everyone.
Responsibilities
- Simulation Development: Design, build, and refine complex models of quantum devices and qubit operations.
- Validation & Optimization: Develop, test, and validate models, iterating to improve accuracy and performance.
- Predictive Analysis: Compare simulation outcomes with experimental data to ensure reliability and guide improvements.
- Tool Creation: Build and maintain simulation tools, libraries, and modeling systems to support device development.
- Large-Scale Modeling: Conduct simulations to explore device behavior and scalability.
- Insight Generation: Translate theoretical and simulation results into design decisions and qubit operation strategies.
- Cross-Team Collaboration: Collaborate effectively across teams, demonstrating clear communication.
- Other:
- Embody our Culture and Values
Qualifications
- Required/minimum qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Engineering,