Rigetti

Develops quantum processors and cloud services

Berkeley, California, United States

About Rigetti

Rigetti Computing focuses on quantum computing, utilizing the principles of quantum mechanics to perform complex calculations quickly. The company develops quantum processors, called quantum processing units (QPUs), which use superconducting qubits to process large amounts of data more efficiently than traditional computers. Rigetti serves clients in various sectors, including academia, government, and industries like finance and pharmaceuticals, helping them tackle complex problems that classical computers cannot solve. Their cloud-based platform allows users to access quantum computing resources remotely, eliminating the need for costly hardware. Rigetti differentiates itself by integrating quantum computing with artificial intelligence and machine learning, creating hybrid models that enhance system capabilities. The company's goal is to make quantum computing practical and accessible for addressing significant global challenges.

Berkeley, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$308.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

401k
Equity grant
Medical, dental & vision
Performance-based bonuses
Flexible PTO
Fitness reimbursement
Parental leave
FSA & commuter benefits
EAP
Flexible work schedule

Risks

Increased competition from IBM and Google threatens Rigetti's market position.
Rapid technological advancements may render Rigetti's systems obsolete.
High costs of quantum infrastructure could strain Rigetti's financial resources.

Differentiation

Rigetti is a full-stack quantum computing company, offering end-to-end solutions.
The company specializes in superconducting qubits for efficient data processing.
Rigetti's Forest is the first full-stack quantum/classical programming environment.

Upsides

Rigetti launched the 84-qubit Ankaa-3, enhancing its quantum computing capabilities.
The company secured $100M for advancements in superconducting quantum computing.
Growing interest in quantum computing for R&D boosts Rigetti's market potential.