Advanced Compiler Engineer - Quantum Software - 1044

UK Cambridge. Posted 8 days ago

The role

You will help design and build the next generation TKET quantum compiler and contribute to the Guppy quantum programming language. You will work in a small team across research, design, programming and testing.

What you will do

Maintain and contribute to a Rust-based compiler codebase.
Develop and apply optimization methods for quantum-classical programs.
Design and implement novel features for quantum programming languages.
Collaborate with key stakeholders across research and engineering teams.

Required qualifications

Software development experience, preferably in Rust or Python.
Broad knowledge of programming languages, paradigms, and compiler concepts.
Ability to work collaboratively, communicate technical ideas clearly, and write clean, maintainable code.
Familiarity with collaboration tools (e.g., version control, issue tracking) and development tools (e.g., debugger, profiler, testing frameworks).
A 2:1 or higher degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Ability to read and implement ideas from technical research materials.

Nice to have

Experience designing classical compilers and programming languages.
Knowledge of quantum computing, quantum algorithms, or programming quantum systems.
Experience with compiler frameworks such as LLVM or MLIR.
Familiarity with formal methods, type theory, or program verification tools.
Background in large software system architecture and design.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology
Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
4% employer pension contributions
Life Insurance
Private medical insurance through Bupa
Dental Insurance through Bupa
Income Protection
Paid Parental Leave
Cycle to work scheme
Contribution to eye care
Employee Assistance Programme

About the company

Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company delivering a full stack platform for real-world deployment. Its global team of more than 800 employees operates across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan and Singapore.