Quantum Network Engineer

Quinfosys™ - Job Opportunity

Quantum Network Engineer

Location:  Hyderabad, India

Work Mode:  On-Site

Employment Type:  Full-Time

Experience:  3+ Years

Division:  Quantum Networks & Communications

About Quinfosys™

Quinfosys Private Limited  is a quantum technology company focused on developing quantum computing, quantum communication, quantum networking, quantum security, and quantum software technologies. We are seeking a  Quantum Network Engineer  to contribute to the design, development, simulation, integration, and testing of next-generation quantum communication and networking systems.

Role Overview

The Quantum Network Engineer will work across quantum networking, quantum communication, photonic technologies, quantum key distribution (QKD), network simulation, and hybrid classical–quantum network architectures.

The role involves translating quantum networking concepts into practical architectures, protocols, simulations, and prototype implementations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop quantum network architectures and communication systems.
• Develop and simulate quantum communication and networking protocols.
• Work with Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) and quantum cryptographic protocols.
• Develop simulations for quantum network nodes, channels, repeaters, and communication links.
• Work with photonic quantum communication and optical networking technologies.
• Study and implement quantum network protocols, including entanglement distribution and teleportation.
• Develop and evaluate quantum network simulators and software frameworks.
• Integrate quantum networking systems with classical network infrastructure.
• Analyze network performance, latency, fidelity, loss, noise, and scalability.
• Contribute to research, technical documentation, prototypes, and intellectual property.
• Collaborate with quantum software, photonics, hardware, cybersecurity, and R&D teams.
• Stay current with developments in quantum networking, quantum internet architectures, QKD, and quantum communications.

Core Technical Areas

• Quantum Networking
• Quantum Communication
• Quantum Internet Architectures
• Quantum Key Distribution (QKD)
• Quantum Cryptography
• Entanglement Distribution
• Quantum Teleportation
• Quantum Repeaters
• Photonic Quantum Communication
• Optical Fiber Communication
• Quantum Network Protocols
• Quantum Network Simulation
• Classical–Quantum Network Integration
• Quantum Error Correction and Fault-Tolerant Networking
• Network Security and Cryptographic Protocols

Technical Skills

Quantum & Software

• Python
• Qiskit
• Cirq
• Quantum network simulation frameworks
• Quantum circuit simulation
• Linux

Networking

• TCP/IP and network protocols
• Network architecture and routing
• Network simulation
• Distributed systems
• APIs and software integration

Quantum Networking Frameworks

Experience with one or more of the following is desirable:

• NetSquid
• SeQUeNCe
• QuNetSim
• SimulaQron
• Qiskit-based quantum networking tools

Communication & Photonics

• Optical communication
• Fiber-optic networks
• Single-photon communication
• Photonic components
• Quantum optical systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Quantum Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in networking, telecommunications, quantum technology, photonics, cybersecurity, or a related technical domain.
• Strong programming and analytical skills.
• Understanding of quantum mechanics and quantum information concepts.
• Experience developing technical prototypes or research-oriented software is preferred.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in any of the following will be particularly relevant:

• Quantum networking research or development
• QKD implementation or experimentation
• Quantum network simulation
• Photonic quantum technologies
• Optical communication systems
• Quantum Internet research
• Quantum cryptography
• Distributed quantum computing
• Quantum network hardware/software integration
• Research publications, patents, or open-source contributions

What You Will Work On

At Quinfosys™, you may contribute to projects involving:

Quantum Network Simulation, Quantum Communication,  QKD, Photonic Networking, Quantum Network Architecture, Quantum Internet Technologies

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