What You Will Do

Come join the best and brightest minds in the world at one of the most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The work we do at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) matters to our country and the world.

The Information Sciences and Modeling group (A-1) is looking for outstanding candidates in the field of computer science to support programing and software development for quantum computers. The candidate is expected to work in an interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment. Previous experience with quantum computing is desired but not required for this position.

This position is part of LANL's Advanced Network Science Initiative (ANSI), which is an interdisciplinary team comprised of physicists, engineers, mathematicians, statisticians, and computer scientists. Our typical customers include the Department of Energy, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Defense, and other national laboratories. Our work typically requires close collaborations within and outside the Laboratory. More details on ANSI can be found at https://lanl-ansi.github.io/.

Quantum Computer Scientist 1 (R&D Scientist 1) $94,500- $147,000

A successful candidate is expected to: Assist with developing software frameworks for quantum computers; participate in developing implementations of quantum algorithms; participate in conducting experiments on quantum computing hardware; and may contribute to technical reports for government agencies and peer reviewed journals. Candidates are expected to contribute to projects with LANL's Global Security program office. Previous experience with quantum computing is desired but not required for this position.

Quantum Computer Scientist 2 (R&D Scientist 2) $104,100 - $172,200

In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires: Mentoring junior staff and peers in technical and professional growth. Works unsupervised on individual projects and/or contributes to larger team efforts. Develop software frameworks for quantum computers; develop implementations of quantum algorithms; conduct experiments on quantum computing hardware; and lead the development of technical reports for government agencies and peer reviewed journals. Candidates are expected to contribute to projects with LANL's Global Security program office. Previous experience with quantum computing is desired but not required for this position.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Scientist 1

• Experience in software development in a ubiquitous language (e.g., Python, C++, Java, ...)
• Experience with modern open-source software development methods (e.g., Git, GitHub, unit tests, continuous integration)
• Experience working in small teams, mentoring, and/or writing proposals.
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary environment.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written skills.
• Ability to obtain a DOE Q and SCI security clearances, which generally requires U.S. citizenship

Education/Experience: Position requires a bachelor's degree, or higher, in a STEM field from an accredited college and university and 2 years of related experience.

Scientist 2

• Extensive experience in software development in a ubiquitous language (e.g., Python, C++, Java, ...)
• Extensive experience with modern open-source software development methods (e.g., Git, GitHub, unit tests, continuous integration)
• Experience working in small teams, mentoring, and/or writing proposals.
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary environment.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written skills.
• Ability to obtain a DOE Q and SCI security clearances, which generally requires U.S. citizenship

Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor' degree in a STEM field from an accredited college and university and 4 years of related experience, typically with post-doctoral research experience at a university or national lab or equivalent experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

Scientist 1

• Experience implementing scientific software and/or numerical methods
• Experience with the Julia programming language
• Experience with cluster computing (e.g., SLURM, Sun Grid Engine, Kubernetes, ...)
• Familiarity with Quantum Information Science (especially, mathematics, algorithms, and implementations)
• Familiarity with Quantum Computing Software packages (e.g., Qiskit, Cirq, Q#, ...)
• Familiarity with Quantum Resource Estimation

Scientist 2

• Extensive experience implementing scientific software and/or numerical methods
• Extensive experience with the Julia programming language
• Extensive experience with cluster computing (e.g., SLURM, Sun Grid Engine, ...)
• Familiarity with Quantum Information Science (especially, mathematics, algorithms, and implementations)
• Familiarity with Quantum Computing Software packages (e.g., Qiskit, Cirq, Q#, ...)
• Familiarity with Quantum Resource Estimation
• Ability to obtain a DOE Q and SCI security clearances, which generally requires U.S. citizenship
• A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field within the past 5 years is desired.

Work Location:

The work location for this position is hybrid and is located in Los Alamos, NM. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite/partially offsite but within 2 hours ground commute of this location. All work locations are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.

Note to Applicants:

For further questions, please contact Anna Trujillo at anna_rod@lanl.gov. To apply, please use the "apply now" button below. Include a letter describing your research interests, a CV, a link to a code sample, and 3 references.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Clearance: Q/SCI (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

• Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.