Principal Quantum Compiler Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Lead/Principal Quantum Compiler Engineer. Location: Broomfield, CO, USA

You will work with physicists and software engineers to design scalable, high-performance compiler architectures that unlock the full power of next-generation quantum hardware.

Duties:

• Lead the architectural vision and technical execution of compilers targeting advanced quantum computing systems.
• Design and develop compiler front-end quantum languages, back-end machine targeting, and optimization passes.
• Build and improve quantum circuit optimization and classical optimization workflows.
• Develop heuristics and algorithms for efficient ion routing across complex hardware topologies;
• Collaborate closely with physicists and cross-functional engineering teams to solve complex system-level problems.
• Mentor senior engineers and help grow long-term technical leadership within the compiler team.
• Contribute high-quality code in a fast-paced R&D and rapid prototyping environment.
• Support industry standards development to enable future quantum machine capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Master’s or PhD degree required in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience developing compiler infrastructure in industry, research, or lab environments.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience building compilers for quantum computers.
• Strong programming experience with C++, Python, Rust, or similar languages.
• Experience with LLVM, MLIR, or other intermediate representations;
• Proven background in algorithm development for complex optimization problems.
• Ability to lead technical projects and communicate complex ideas clearly.
• Must be a U.S. person due to government and contractual requirements.
• Candidates must not be PRC or Russian nationals unless also U.S. citizens.

Benefits and Instructions:

• Annual compensation range of $170,000 to $230,000, including bonus eligibility.
• Salary is based on experience, education, skills, and role alignment.
• Flexible work schedule with up to 2 remote days per week, subject to approval.
• Employer-subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance;
• Equity, 401(k) retirement plan, and student loan repayment matching.
• Paid parental leave, 12 paid holidays, generous vacation, and sick time.
• Equal opportunity employer with inclusive hiring practices.
• AI tools may assist in application review, but final hiring decisions are made by humans.
• Apply through Quantinuum’s official careers platform.