Software Engineer, Internal Systems

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Software Engineer, Internal Systems

Rigetti

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer, Internal Systems. Location: Berkeley, California, USA or Fremont, California, USA

Responsibilities:

• Own, maintain, and improve data-intensive Python services and applications, primarily backend systems with some full-stack development.
• Work with quantum engineers and fabrication engineers to understand their needs and translate them into scalable, sustainable software.
• Maintain data integrity as systems evolve through schema migrations, client compatibility, testing, and continuous integration.
• Measure and improve application performance, user-facing workflows, and platform observability;
• Develop frameworks, safeguards, and best practices that help scientists and engineers use AI coding agents safely and sustainably.
• Communicate priorities and roadmap updates to users.
• Mentor and collaborate with other engineers.

Qualifications:

• Strong Python skills and experience building and operating production backend or serving systems.
• Experience working with large, evolving codebases and improving them without disrupting dependent teams.
• Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases. PostgreSQL experience is an advantage.
• Experience with AWS and common cloud technologies such as Kubernetes, Kafka, PostgreSQL, Grafana, or equivalent tools.
• Experience collaborating with scientists or other highly technical colleagues;
• Ability to understand user needs, define solutions, and independently drive projects forward.
• Interest in quantum computing and the company's technology.

Preferred:

• Background in scientific computing, data science, or AI/ML tooling.
• Experience in high-performance computing (HPC), national laboratories, semiconductor environments, or hardware-focused R&D.
• Experience with DevOps, site reliability engineering (SRE), or cloud engineering.
• Frontend development or data visualization experience, especially tools that help scientists analyze and understand data.
• Background in physics, mathematics, or quantum computing is beneficial but not required.

Benefits and compensation:

• Annual base salary of $180,000 to $250,000.
• Competitive compensation and equity.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid parental leave.
• Rejuvenation days.
• Vacation policy aligned with applicable local regulations and industry standards.

Additional information:

• Final compensation depends on relevant experience, skills, and location.
• The company encourages applications from women, minorities, and underrepresented groups.
• The company is an equal opportunity employer and maintains an inclusive workplace;
• AI tools may assist with application reviews and verification, but final hiring decisions are made by humans.
• Applicants can contact the company for information about how their data is processed.
• The company is committed to compliance with applicable export licensing and anti-discrimination laws.

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LOCATION

United States

Hybrid

JOB TYPE

Full-time

CATEGORY

Quantum Software Development Jobs

COMPENSATION

$180k - $250k

SKILLS

Quantum Control SystemsSuperconducting QubitsC++

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