Job Description

About XanaduXanadu\xe2\x80\x99s mission is to build quantum computers that are useful and available to people everywhere.At Xanadu, we are learners, innovators, researchers, collaborators and problem solvers. We are creating something that has never been built before. 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\xe2\x80\x99s most challenging problems, and literally change the world. And that is something to be excited about!Your role and responsibilitiesAs a Community Manager at Xanadu, you will be helping to bring quantum computing\xe2\x80\x94a cutting-edge society-transforming technology\xe2\x80\x94to the world. Focusing on our open-source quantum computing software , you will help nurture and grow a burgeoning community of scientists, developers, educators, students, and enthusiasts.In this role, you will:

• Interact with an industry-leading open-source community interested in quantum computing, quantum machine learning, quantum chemistry, and quantum programming
• Actively support community members by providing friendly responsive support and helping to solve their questions, inquiries, and bug reports
• Perform outreach activities at conferences, workshops, and other events, such as delivering workshops or talks about quantum computing topics
• Support Xanadu\xe2\x80\x99s community-building events, such as our quantum computing hackathon
• Interact with Xanadu\xe2\x80\x99s commercial partners and event sponsors, helping them integrate and connect with the larger community
• Carry out in-person lab tours at Xanadu\xe2\x80\x99s downtown Toronto office location
• Work collaboratively with members of Xanadu\xe2\x80\x99s development, research, product, marketing, and content teams

Basic qualifications and experience

• Undergraduate degree in Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical field
• Experience communicating scientific concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Friendly, welcoming demeanor, in both online and in-person environments
• Experience participating in an online scientific, open-source, or educational community
• Demonstrated interest and commitment to education, outreach, and community building
• Comfortable working with Python
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple competing priorities
• Experience working effectively with multiple teams and stakeholders
• Excellent communication abilities
• Very strong attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications and experience

• Graduate degree in Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical field
• Experience working in quantum computing or quantum science
• Experience with quantum software libraries, e.g., PennyLane, Qiskit
• Familiarity with the broader quantum computing software and hardware landscape
• Experience organizing/running community-building events: conferences, workshops, etc
• Experience building online communities whose members have a diverse set of skills and education levels

ValuesOur are important. They are fundamental and lay the foundation for the culture at Xanadu.At Xanadu, 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 Human Resources at .

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