Infleqtion
Director of Software Engineering
Infleqtion is on a mission to commercialize atom‑based quantum technologies that deliver orders‑of‑magnitude improvements in sensing and computing applications. We are seeking self‑motivated, energetic individuals with exceptional problem‑solving and technical skills to help drive our Quantum Computing mission forward.
Company Overview At Infleqtion we embrace a startup mentality driven by results, urgency, and customer‑focused innovation: we break down barriers between disciplines, thrive in uncertainty, move quickly to prototype while maintaining systems engineering rigor, and take bold, calculated risks to drive progress.
Position We are seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead the team building the control system software for Infleqtion's quantum computers. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in designing and delivering robust and scalable software services, along with proven experience leading software teams in developing those services. Your vision will chart the course for innovation, setting the technical direction and architectural foundation of our software systems.
Base pay range $175,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr
Job Responsibilities
Manage, develop, build, and lead a team of software developers and DevOps engineers. Mentor direct reports and foster their growth.
Develop, communicate, and enforce software development standards and processes.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of Infleqtion's quantum computing software systems, their operational principles, requirements, and technical stack; architect and design control system software; apply deep subject‑matter expertise in building software systems.
Collaborate with programmatic leadership and adjacent engineering disciplines to develop and execute a technical roadmap for software deliverables across the control stack to support high‑level quantum computing performance targets and system deliverables.
Communicate software feature roadmaps and resource needs between the control software team, adjacent stakeholders, and executive management.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related field and a minimum of 8 years prior work experience.
Demonstrated success in a technical leadership role in a deep‑tech startup environment.
Deep expertise in Python and at least one compiled language, with enthusiasm for learning and developing in Rust.
Command of systems engineering principles and their application to requirements‑driven software engineering.
Extensive experience with Linux and modern containerization and virtualization technologies.
Comfortable working with hardware and embedded engineers to architect, design, and build high‑performance, real‑time control systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to effectively share information with technical and non‑technical staff and external parties.
Eagerness to expand knowledge beyond core area of expertise.
Experience with industry‑standard DevOps workflows.
Experience with modern development methodologies such as agile and scrum.
Preferred Experience
Ph.D. in a relevant technical area (computer science, physics, etc.).
Domain expertise in quantum information science and demonstrated success in a technical leadership role in the field.
Experience managing software engineering teams.
Experience leading aspects of product development with highly complex dependencies in system and project plan.
Experience with NumPy, SciPy, and GPU acceleration libraries.Experience optimizing Python packages using C or Rust extensions.
Familiarity with quantum error correction and its implied requirements for control software and hardware elements.
Experience with databases (relational and non‑relational) including timeseries data, SQL, and ETL processes.
Location Boulder, CO; Chicago, IL; or Madison, WI.
Benefits
100% company‑paid employee coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short/Long‑Term Disability insurance programs.
Employer‑funded Health Savings Account.
Unlimited Paid Time Off.
Relocation assistance.
401(k) matching programs.
Company‑paid Life and AD&D insurance.
Flexible Healthcare Savings Account.
Paid FMLA leave.
Paid Maternity/Paternity leave.
Employer Assistance Program.
Student loan repayment.
Equal Opportunity Infleqtion embraces diversity and encourages all employees and applicants to bring their whole selves to work. We are dedicated to a positive workplace and base all employment decisions on qualifications, performance, merits, and business needs. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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Company Overview At Infleqtion we embrace a startup mentality driven by results, urgency, and customer‑focused innovation: we break down barriers between disciplines, thrive in uncertainty, move quickly to prototype while maintaining systems engineering rigor, and take bold, calculated risks to drive progress.
Position We are seeking a Director of Software Engineering to lead the team building the control system software for Infleqtion's quantum computers. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in designing and delivering robust and scalable software services, along with proven experience leading software teams in developing those services. Your vision will chart the course for innovation, setting the technical direction and architectural foundation of our software systems.
Base pay range $175,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr
Job Responsibilities
Manage, develop, build, and lead a team of software developers and DevOps engineers. Mentor direct reports and foster their growth.
Develop, communicate, and enforce software development standards and processes.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of Infleqtion's quantum computing software systems, their operational principles, requirements, and technical stack; architect and design control system software; apply deep subject‑matter expertise in building software systems.
Collaborate with programmatic leadership and adjacent engineering disciplines to develop and execute a technical roadmap for software deliverables across the control stack to support high‑level quantum computing performance targets and system deliverables.
Communicate software feature roadmaps and resource needs between the control software team, adjacent stakeholders, and executive management.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related field and a minimum of 8 years prior work experience.
Demonstrated success in a technical leadership role in a deep‑tech startup environment.
Deep expertise in Python and at least one compiled language, with enthusiasm for learning and developing in Rust.
Command of systems engineering principles and their application to requirements‑driven software engineering.
Extensive experience with Linux and modern containerization and virtualization technologies.
Comfortable working with hardware and embedded engineers to architect, design, and build high‑performance, real‑time control systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to effectively share information with technical and non‑technical staff and external parties.
Eagerness to expand knowledge beyond core area of expertise.
Experience with industry‑standard DevOps workflows.
Experience with modern development methodologies such as agile and scrum.
Preferred Experience
Ph.D. in a relevant technical area (computer science, physics, etc.).
Domain expertise in quantum information science and demonstrated success in a technical leadership role in the field.
Experience managing software engineering teams.
Experience leading aspects of product development with highly complex dependencies in system and project plan.
Experience with NumPy, SciPy, and GPU acceleration libraries.Experience optimizing Python packages using C or Rust extensions.
Familiarity with quantum error correction and its implied requirements for control software and hardware elements.
Experience with databases (relational and non‑relational) including timeseries data, SQL, and ETL processes.
Location Boulder, CO; Chicago, IL; or Madison, WI.
Benefits
100% company‑paid employee coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short/Long‑Term Disability insurance programs.
Employer‑funded Health Savings Account.
Unlimited Paid Time Off.
Relocation assistance.
401(k) matching programs.
Company‑paid Life and AD&D insurance.
Flexible Healthcare Savings Account.
Paid FMLA leave.
Paid Maternity/Paternity leave.
Employer Assistance Program.
Student loan repayment.
Equal Opportunity Infleqtion embraces diversity and encourages all employees and applicants to bring their whole selves to work. We are dedicated to a positive workplace and base all employment decisions on qualifications, performance, merits, and business needs. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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