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We are creating something that has never been built before. What we are doing is extremely hard, the classic moon shot. Few people in their life will be able to be a part of something like this, where if we are successful, the technologies we develop will solve some of the world’s most challenging problems and literally change the world. And that is something to be excited about!\nYour role and responsibilities:\n As a member of the Quantum Architecture team, the selected candidate will work on designing, simulating, and optimizing protocols for implementing fault-tolerant non-Clifford gates in Xanadu’s photonic quantum computer. 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Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and internal benchmarks. The base salary range is 120,000 - 140,000 CAD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.\nOur values are important. They are fundamental and lay the foundation for culture at Xanadu. Learn more about our values here.\nWe 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 .\nPlease be advised that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening and assessment of applicants for this position. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. 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