Summer internship on automated testing for software simulating superconducting quantum computers

This is a summer project in the stimulating research environment of the Wallenberg Centre for Quantum Technology (WACQT), a 12-year, billion-SEK initiative started in 2018 with the purpose of advancing Swedish academia and industry to the forefront of quantum technology, and to build a Swedish quantum computer. To support the construction of the quantum computer, we have developed a software package (Chalmers Superconducting Qubit Repository, CSQR) for simulating the superconducting qubits that are its core components. The near-term goal is to make CSQR public through open sourcing. To achieve this and to secure a stable public release, we need to add automatic testing to the software package. That is the topic of this summer project, which is a great opportunity for a driven student that wants to learn the basic theory of superconducting qubits, numerical tools to simulate these systems, and test-based software development.

Information about the division/the project
The main deliverable of the project is to implement an automatic-testing module in CSQR. To achieve this, the project is organized into three main parts: (1) learn the basics of test-based software development, (2) study the theory of superconducting qubits and derive analytical results to be used in the tests, and (3) develop the automatic-testing module. The module will be developed in Python and in the conventional testing framework pytest.

At the Applied Quantum Physics Laboratory (AQPL), we work on theoretical aspects of future high-performance nano-electronic systems. Our research covers a broad spectrum, from fundamental problems to very applied ones. We work in close collaboration with experimental groups such as the Quantum Technology Laboratory (QTL), especially within WACQT.

The WACQT team at Chalmers currently has about 80 members (faculty, permanent research staff, postdoctoral researchers, PhD students, and undergraduate students) and is expanding. WACQT is committed to promoting career development, diversity, and gender equality through networking and supporting activities.

Our department (MC2 ) is host to the state-of-the-art MC2 Nanotechnology Laboratory cleanroom, the largest such facility in Northern Europe, and our measurement lab at QTL is well equipped with cryogenic and microwave electronic equipment. We are in a position to build and operate large-scale quantum processors!

Contract terms
Temporary employment, 2 months.
This is a paid internship. 

Qualifications
Required qualifications:
*BSc in Physics or neighbouring fields
*Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English
*Ability to program in high-level languages such as Python or C

Desired qualifications:
*Experience of test-based software development
*Having taken courses on quantum physics
*Experience from working on quantum computing

We value a collaborative attitude and an ability in working both in teams and independently. Self-motivation, attention to detail, and a problem-solving analytical ability are important personal qualities for this position.

We offer
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg .
Read more about working at Chalmers  and our benefits  for employees.

Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence . Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.

Application procedure
The application should be marked with Name, Ref 20230214  and be attached as PDF files, as below:

CV

Personal letter

Other documents:
• Transcript of records. Contact information for at least one reference.

Please use the button at the bottom of the page to reach the application form.

Application deadline: April 14, 2023

For questions, please contact:
Dr. Anton Frisk Kockum, AQP,
Email: [email protected],
Phone: 031-772 3190

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