Quality Assurance & Release Control Engineer

New Haven, CT
Software Engineering /
Full-time /
At Quantum Circuits Inc. (QCI), our mission is to build the first truly useful quantum computers.  Our full-stack quantum computing platform uses superconducting devices along with a modular, robust, and scalable architecture.  Our unique approach is based on technology developed over a decade of research at Yale University's world-renowned quantum labs.  Our quantum computers take advantage of built-in error correction, unique software features enabling lightning-fast algorithm execution, and multiple modes of operation in order to solve a multitude of algorithm types.

We are looking for highly motivated software engineers who want to be at the forefront of quantum computing.  Are you the type of person who enjoys solving challenging problems and wants to have major impact?  Do you want to be part of a deep, fast-paced team of world-class engineers and scientists that are passionate about building the best quantum computers in the world? Join us at QCI and help build something new and truly revolutionary!    

Ensuring a robust, solid and high-quality software stack is essential to QCI's success. As a Quality Assurance & Release Control Engineer, you'll be working with your team members to understand testing requirements for each new feature, develop and automate suites of tests, and carefully manage the release process. You will also play a central role in the team in coordinating and resolving software issues, bugs, and other enhancement requests. 

Quantum computing has the potential to transform society and redefine entire industries. If you are excited to work on building the first truly useful quantum computers and are up to the challenge of building a complex system that is flexible, robust, and easy to use, then we want to hear from you!

As a Quality Assurance & Release Control Engineer, these are the kind of projects you’d be working on:

    • Developing and executing manual and automated tests prior to a production version release 
    • Crafting and coordinating corrective action plans with software developers 
    • Working on testing frameworks in which hardware plays an integral role 
    • Reviewing and ensuring quality of all documents internal and external 
    • Tracking and organizing bug reports, and ensuring their timely resolution 
    • Performing regression testing when bugs are resolved and outstanding issues are closed 

What we're looking for from you:

    • Extensive experience in Quality Assurance, including proven methodologies and processes 
    • Fluency in Python 
    • JavaScript a plus 
    • Fluency in all things git, including GitHub 
    • Ability to work with both Windows and Linux 
    • Strong backgrounds in other standard software tools, like Travis, Docker, and Google Cloud Engine. 
    • Excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to work closely on an integrated and collaborative software effort
    • On-site preferred
Quantum Circuits Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.