Quantware

Senior Quantum Algorithms Engineer

Delft. Posted 2 months ago

The role

The Senior Quantum Algorithm Engineer will investigate, develop and translate quantum applications to solve real-world computational bottlenecks. You will develop methodologies for mapping use cases to algorithms, resource estimate applications, and build automation tools.

What you will do

  • Develop and validate quantum computing applications by mapping enterprise use cases to quantum algorithms.
  • Develop frameworks to resource-estimate circuit execution.
  • Act as technical lead for application mapping and resource estimation automation.
  • Collaborate with Software Development teams on implementation.
  • Collaborate with Quantum Hardware and Systems Engineering teams to understand hardware specifications.
  • Feed back hardware optimisations.
  • Stay on top of academic and industry developments in quantum algorithms and quantum error correction implementations.

Required qualifications

  • PhD in Quantum Computing, Computer Science or Quantum Information Science.
  • 5+ years of post-degree research or industry experience in quantum algorithm / application development and resource estimation.
  • Deep expertise in quantum algorithms and resource estimation.
  • A strong drive to move beyond purely theoretical algorithms and build practical quantum applications.
  • Comfortable taking ownership from day one.

Nice to have

  • Expertise in circuit compilation, quantum error correction/mitigation and noise modelling.
  • Experience implementing quantum workflows on physical quantum hardware, or a close affinity to (superconducting) quantum hardware.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 8% holiday allowance
  • Pension plan that includes partner and dependent coverage
  • Hybrid setup
  • Open vacation policy
  • L&D budget available to each team member
  • Team events, offsites, and spontaneous moments

Before you apply

  • Candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening.

About the company

QuantWare is building the world’s most powerful quantum processors to solve humanity's greatest challenges using VIO™ technology.