Advanced Quantum Compiler Engineer - 925

Contribute to the development of compiler front-end (quantum languages), back-end (machine-specific targeting), and optimization (quantum circuit optimization and classical optimization) passes operating on both classical and quantum operations

Benchmark, profile, and optimize the execution of our compiler and the quality and performance of quantum programs it generates

Collaborate on the design and implementation of a compiler targeting a real-time, distributed, execution environment

Work with a diverse team including physicists and other engineering disciplines to solve complex problems

Write high quality, maintainable code in an R&D and rapid prototyping environment

Bachelor’s Degree minimum

Minimum 3+ years of industry or post-graduate experience in an engineering, lab, or R&D environment

Minimum 3+ years of programming experience with Rust, C++, or similar language

Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status

Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

Masters/PhD degree in Computer Science, EE, Physics or other relevant field

Coursework in compiler fundamentals and a strong understanding of compiler design

Ability to understand, combine, and apply algorithms to solve complex problems

Experience developing and extending compiler infrastructures (LLVM, MLIR, GCC, Cranelift, custom research compilers, or equivalent).

Ability to solve complex problems and ability to communicate how you did it

Track-record using python or other rapid prototyping and development tools to solve complex challenges

Rust development experience with a track-record of contribution to open-source and commercial projects

Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of algorithms, including tree, graph, SAT, and, at times Machine Learning and other algorithms

Experience with development of application-specific algorithms, especially where exact/optimal solutions are computationally intractable

Experience with testing and correctness verification of compiler transformations and optimizations

Proficiency with software testing and deployment tools

Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company delivering a full stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. With active engagements spanning pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, government, industrial sectors, and leading academic and research institutions worldwide, we are helping organizations unlock the transformative potential of quantum computing.

Our global team of more than 800 employees includes many of the world's leading scientists, engineers, and researchers, with more than 70% of our technology team holding advanced degrees at the Master's or PhD level. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, Quantinuum operates across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Singapore.

By joining Quantinuum, you’ll help shape the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

What’s in it for you?

We believe our people are our greatest strength and offer a comprehensive rewards package that supports your professional growth, well-being, and long-term success.

Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology

Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance

Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Quantinuum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, there is no application deadline for this position.