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Quantum Application Scientist

Quantum Application Scientist

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Quantinuum is in search of a skilled high-performance computing (HPC) Software Engineer to join our Cambridge-based quantum software team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in the design and implementation of software for novel heterogeneous HPC/Quantum Computing workloads. You will collaborate closely with researchers and engineers in the UK, US and Japan.

The successful candidate will have a background in computer science or scientific computation. You will be developing HPC software, primarily in C++, Rust and Python. You will be part of a small team, and will have input in the entire development process through research, design, programming, and testing. You will have the freedom to think independently and creatively in the team and make a real impact. You will have opportunity to travel to visit clients in the US, Europe and Japan.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, test, deploy, and maintain software using a variety of languages.
  • Translate technical/advanced research material and new ideas into code.
  • Develop new computational methods.
  • Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.

Requirements

  • Significant software development experience using C++ or Rust.
  • Experience in HPC software development projects.
  • Familiarity with collaboration tools (e.g., version control, bug tracking systems) and general programming tools (e.g., debugger, profiler, software testing tools).
  • A 2:1 degree or higher in Mathematics, Computer Science, Science, or Engineering.

What We Value

  • Ability to communicate complex technical ideas clearly.
  • Experience with common HPC methods and tools such as MPI, Lustre, and SLURM.
  • Knowledge of HPC networking technologies.
  • Knowledge of compiler technologies, especially LLVM and MLIR. Interest in quantum computing.
  • Interest in alternative methods of highly parallel processing, such as Legion.
  • Familiarity with GPU computing and CUDA
What is in it for you?
Working alongside a highly talented team, with leading names in the quantum computing industry. We offer a highly competitive package, equity, 28 days of paid holiday (in addition to public holidays), a workplace pension, a positive approach to flexible working and enhanced parental and adoption benefits.

About Us:
Science Led, Enterprise Driven – Accelerating Quantum Computing
Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum’s technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents.

Quantinuum recently secured $300m in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements:https://www.quantinuum.com/news

Please note that employment with us is subject to successfully passing our pre-employment screening checks. We are an inclusive equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.



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