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We are an interdisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, innovators, builders, and enthusiasts on a mission to make quantum computing a reality. Our quantum processors are designed to reduce errors in quantum computation to facilitate long-term scaling toward fully-fledged quantum computers. We believe it is our responsibility to deliver this transformative technology for the greater good of society.\nLocated at the heart of the beautiful Eastern Townships region in the province of Quebec, Canada, we develop our technology in the vibrant quantum ecosystem of Sherbrooke. Leaning on more than a decade of vertical integration of quantum hardware, we are leveraging a comprehensive pool of quantum technology and micro-electronic infrastructure to deploy our quantum computing technology.\n\nOur current needs\nNord Quantique is developing the software platform and operational infrastructure required to run increasingly complex quantum computing systems at scale. As our systems evolve, reliability, observability, security, and operational automation become critical to both internal R&D and future production environments.\nWe are seeking a senior software developer to join our Infrastructure & Operations team. This team develops and operates the foundational infrastructure, orchestration systems, and operational services that support experimental systems, simulation backends, and cloud-accessible quantum computing workflows.\nThis role sits at the intersection of software engineering, infrastructure, and operational reliability. The successful candidate will help design and evolve the systems that ensure Nord Quantique’s software platform remains scalable, observable, secure, and operationally robust in a highly dynamic R&D environment.\n\nKeys responsibilities:\nDesign, develop, and maintain infrastructure and operational systems supporting Nord Quantique’s software platform.\nContribute to the architecture and evolution of orchestration, deployment, and operational management systems.\nDevelop tooling and workflows supporting reliability, observability, security, and operational safety.\nContribute to cloud infrastructure management, HPC integration, deployment automation, and operational monitoring.\nCollaborate with internal teams and external partners to support secure and reliable access to computational and experimental resources.\nContribute to software quality through architecture discussions, code reviews, testing, debugging, and operational best practices.\n\nEducation and experience requirements:\nBSc or MSc in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.\nMinimum of 5 years of experience developing or operating software systems in an R&D, cloud, infrastructure, or technically ambitious environment.\nExperience working with distributed systems, operational infrastructure, or production software platforms.\nExperience working in interdisciplinary environments involving close collaboration between software, infrastructure, and technical teams.\n\nSought expertise and knowledge:\nStrong software development skills in at least one modern systems or infrastructure programming language such as Go, Rust, or Python.\nExperience with distributed systems, orchestration frameworks, or operational automation.\nExperience with cloud infrastructure, deployment pipelines, CI/CD workflows, or infrastructure management.\nFamiliarity with monitoring, logging, observability, and reliability engineering practices.\nFamiliarity with security, access control, or operational safety considerations in shared computing environments.\nExperience with HPC systems, cluster management, or large-scale computational infrastructure is considered an asset.\nExperience with Kubernetes, cloud-native infrastructure, or secure partner-facing APIs is considered an asset.\nAdvanced level in English, to communicate with international team members\nIntermediate knowledge of French is an asset.\n\nSought profile:\nStrong ownership mindset and ability to drive complex technical initiatives.\nAbility to promote operational best practices through collaboration, pragmatism, and technical leadership across teams.\nStrong judgment in balancing operational rigor with the flexibility required in an interdisciplinary R&D environment.\nCommitment to software quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.\n\nNord Quantique is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in its training, workplaces, and activities. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and traditionally marginalized groups.\n\nWorking at Nord Quantique\nAt Nord Quantique, you will be part of something special: working in a highly dynamic environment at the forefront of quantum technology development while benefiting from a vibrant ecosystem located at the heart of the Quantum Innovation Zone of the picturesque city of Sherbrooke. Our interdisciplinary team is laser-focused on solving grand challenges and making quantum computing a reality.\nNord Quantique is an equal-opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals can fulfill their aspirations while being supported and heard. This also means that we offer flexible work schedules and adapt our methods for the well-being of every individual.\n\nMoving to Nord Quantique\nNord Quantique offers extensive moving support, including help with immigration paperwork, with finding a place to live, with access to childcare and schools, even helping your partner to find a new job. 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