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Software Development Manager - Quantum Software at Xanadu

Software Development Manager - Quantum Software

Xanadu · CA

3 weeks ago

Software Development Manager - Quantum Software

Xanadu · CA

a month ago
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About the Role

Xanadu is seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to lead the PennyLane Core Quantum Software team, which develops an open-source framework for quantum computing, quantum machine learning, and quantum chemistry. While quantum software experience is not required, an advanced scientific degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a team of 7-10 developers to build new features and improve the performance of the PennyLane framework.
  • Collaborate with Product Managers to define the team's direction and roadmap.
  • Participate in sprints with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and timely feature delivery.
  • Work closely with the product team to drive library adoption and establish feedback loops with external stakeholders.
  • Develop and enhance processes for developer efficiency, adherence to software best practices, and consistent product delivery.
  • Maintain team responsiveness to bugs, issues, and external open-source contributions.
  • Conduct team-building activities including hiring, mentorship, career development, and performance management.

Requirements

  • Advanced degree in Physics, Math, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of software development experience.
  • 2+ years of management experience.
  • Ability to understand and apply complex mathematical concepts.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Experience building and shipping software to support a large user base.
  • Expertise in quantum computing.
  • Experience designing and implementing domain-specific languages and compilers.
  • Experience developing open-source software.
  • Familiarity with machine learning software fundamentals (e.g., JAX, PyTorch).

Skills

  • Quantum Computing
  • Quantum Machine Learning
  • Quantum Chemistry
  • Software Development
  • Team Management
  • Product Roadmapping
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Open Source Development
  • Machine Learning Software Fundamentals
  • JAX
  • PyTorch

Location

  • Remote

Work Type

  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • 7+ years of software development experience
  • 2+ years of management experience

Education Level

  • Advanced degree in Physics, Math, Computer Science or a related field

Salary/Compensations

  • 150,000 - 200,000 CAD

Benefits

  • Equity
  • Benefits

About the Company

  • Xanadu’s mission is to build quantum computers that are useful and available to people everywhere.
  • We are learners, innovators, researchers, collaborators and problem solvers.
  • We are creating something that has never been built before.
  • We are developing technologies that will solve some of the world’s most challenging problems and change the world.

Equal Opportunity

  • We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
  • We are committed to building an inclusive, safe, and equitable culture and fostering an environment where our employees feel included, valued, and heard.
  • We are committed to meeting the needs of all individuals and support a barrier-free workplace.
  • Should you require accommodations at any point during the recruitment process please contact Recruiting at recruiting@xanadu.ai.