Principal Engineer, Quantum Software Development
Cisco Systems
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San Jose, CA · Posted November 4, 2026
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About the job
We are currently hiring a Principal Engineer, Quantum Software Development to lead the architecture and development of quantum software and hardware systems. Guide a team, drive distributed systems integration, and influence the technical direction of Cisco’s Quantum Data Center. Ideal for experienced technical leaders with a strong background in quantum software and distributed systems.