Quantum Scientist

Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Title and Summary

Quantum Scientist

Mastercard Foundry is a global innovation group focused on the evolution of technology and consumer trends and how these changes impact the payments and commerce industry. Foundry is a collective of interdisciplinary teams powering Mastercard's ability to create and deliver differentiated products, services, and experiences.
Within Foundry, the global Research and Development (R&D) team conducts applied research on emerging technologies to create innovative products for Mastercard.
Foundry R&D is made up of talented, passionate developers, engineers, scientists, designers, researchers, data specialists, and program managers. We build knowledge in emerging technologies like quantum computing, spatial computing, privacy enhancing technologies, generative AI and machine learning to conceptualize and create new products and services, which we then market test with our customers.
We also bring the knowledge of cutting and bleeding edge technology to create concepts of the future which not only inspires our customers but also fosters the culture of innovation within Mastercard.
To support this range of projects we are looking for a talented Data Scientist II to join the Mastercard Foundry R&D team in our Dublin TechHub.
Role
This role involves working with a team of talented scientists to research, discover and test the application of Quantum computing by developing novel solutions.
• Responsible for the research analysis, design, and development of Quantum solutions.
• Research on emerging Quantum capabilities, technologies and techniques.
• Creation and presentment of thought leadership content
• Contribute to the requirements for new applications and customizations, adhering to standards, processes, and best practices
• Applies technical capabilities within own discipline to mentor colleagues
• Work with cross functional teams spread across geographies on new product innovation and R&D initiatives
• Work on publishing Research papers and filing IDFs and Patents for solution concepts in the field of AI
• Identify opportunities where Quantum could be leveraged as a key enabler/disputer.
Skills
• Python proficiency with scientific libraries (NumPy, SciPy)
• Experience with quantum frameworks: Qiskit, PennyLane or Cirq
• Familiarity with classical optimization techniques and tools
• Machine learning experience, especially with PyTorch or TensorFlow
• Version control (Git) and basic software engineering practices
• Cloud quantum platforms: IBM Quantum, AWS Braket, Azure Quantum, DWave
• Background in physics, CS, or related field; research experience is a plus
• Working knowledge of Python based API based frameworks like FastAPI and comfortable working with JSON objects
• Working knowledge of Databricks is good to have
• Experience in composition of solutions where Quantum is a component part.
All About You
The ideal candidate for this position should: 

• Possess at least 2 years of relevant work experience in the field of Quantum Computing/Algorithms
• Loves creating innovative solutions to problems in a collaborative fun environment
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of modern software engineering concepts, tools and methodologies
• Passionate about code quality and coding best practices
• Show initiative and demonstrate a willingness to take on challenging opportunities
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and strong collaboration skills
• Must be driven, highly motivated and a strong team-player

Corporate Security Responsibility

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

• Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices;

• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;

• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and

• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard’s guidelines.