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Senior Quantum Applications Architect

Daresbury, England, United Kingdom💼 Full-time💰 $78,900–$78,900🗓 2026-09-10 → 2026-09-26

Core

Develop and adapt quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum computers, translating computational tasks into abstract specifications and defining problem instances beyond classical reach.

Role type

Senior IC quantum algorithms researcher

Builds

Quantum algorithms and resource estimates for photonic quantum systems

Domain

Quantum computing / Silicon photonics

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Quantum algorithm design, fault-tolerant gate compilation, asymptotic performance analysis, resource estimation, Python, C++

Preferred skills

PhD in Physics/Math/Computer Science, experience with fault-tolerant regimes, industry/academic partner collaboration

Technologies

Python, C++

Responsibilities

Propose R&D initiatives for quantum algorithms tailored to fault-tolerant systems; Work with external partners to validate algorithms for life sciences and sustainability; Establish benchmark families to validate post-classicality; Guide simulation and analysis of resource requirements for photonic implementations

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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