Principal Quantum Compiler Engineer - 924

The role

You will lead the design and build of compilers that turn quantum applications into instructions for trapped-ion quantum computers. You will shape the compiler roadmap, mentor the compiler team, and contribute hands-on code in an R&D setting.

What you will do

• Drive strategic vision and leadership in architecture and implementation of compilers for advanced quantum computer capabilities.
• Collaborate with industry leaders, academic researchers, and standards organizations on emerging quantum programming and compiler standards.
• Mentor and develop technical leadership within the compiler team.
• Architect and contribute to compiler front-end (quantum languages), back-end (machine-specific targeting), and optimization passes.
• Work across disciplines with physicists and other engineers to solve complex problems.
• Champion code quality and engineering excellence, contributing high-quality code in an R&D and rapid prototyping environment.

Required qualifications

• Master's degree minimum.
• Minimum 8+ years of industry or post-graduate experience in an engineering, lab, or R&D environment.
• Minimum 8+ years of hands-on experience developing compiler infrastructure and technologies.
• Must submit to a pre-employment drug test for safety-sensitive positions.

Nice to have

• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a relevant field, or equivalent demonstrated experience in compiler R&D.
• Strong understanding of compiler architecture and design principles.
• Significant experience extending compiler infrastructure using LLVM or comparable frameworks.
• Track record of leading innovative algorithmic solutions to complex optimization problems.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Experience with Rust or a strong understanding of Rust's core principles.
• Experience or familiarity with fault-tolerant quantum computation.
• Experience as a technical lead in an academic or industry R&D compiler team.
• A track record of contribution to open-source and commercial projects.
• Experience with tree, graph, SAT, machine learning and other algorithms.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match and student loan repayment benefit.
• Equity opportunities.
• Generous paid time off, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays annually.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee discount programs.

Before you apply

• Some positions involve export-controlled technology; U.S. government authorization may be needed for candidates who are not U.S. persons.
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis with no deadline.

About the company

Quantinuum is a quantum computing company offering a full-stack platform for real-world deployment. It has more than 800 employees across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Singapore, headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado.