Senior Quantum Applications Architect

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Quantum Applications Architect. Location: Daresbury, England, United Kingdom

Responsibilities:

• Lead research and development of quantum algorithms designed for fault-tolerant quantum computers.
• Contribute to research programs that advance the state of the art in quantum algorithm design.
• Work with external partners to instantiate, validate, and optimize quantum algorithms for applications in life sciences, industry, and sustainability.
• Establish families of benchmarks and problem instances to evaluate the post-classical capabilities of quantum algorithms.
• Guide simulation and analysis of resource requirements for fault-tolerant implementations on photonic quantum computers.
• Translate computational tasks into abstract quantum algorithm specifications;
• Analyze algorithmic and asymptotic performance.
• Define meaningful problem instances that are beyond the practical reach of classical computation.
• Work with compilation teams to develop explicit implementations and evaluate resource requirements.
• Lead broader research programs involving researchers and external collaborators.
• Contribute to initiatives spanning applications, architecture, and compilation.
• Lead projects with industrial and research partners and communicate across different technical disciplines.
• Guide projects from application identification through to concrete fault-tolerant algorithms and detailed resource estimates.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of research experience in quantum computing, with a focus on algorithms and applications.
• Degree in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or an equivalent field.
• PhD in Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science, with a focus on quantum information theory or quantum computation, is preferred.
• Experience with quantum algorithms and compiling in the fault-tolerant gate regime is preferred.
• Experience working with academic or industry partners on real-world quantum applications is preferred.
• Strong ability to work across departments, locations, and time zones;
• Ability to work independently in a fast-moving startup environment.
• Programming experience in Python, C++, or similar languages.
• Strong technical expertise, scientific leadership, intellectual independence, and collaborative skills.

Compensation:

• Base salary: £78,900 to £92,900 GBP.
• Full-time employees are eligible for equity and benefits.
• Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, education, experience, geographic location, and business needs.

Application Information:

• Applicants must include the word "purple" in their cover letter.
• Applicants may be asked about visa sponsorship and legal authorization to work in the United Kingdom.
• PsiQuantum does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies;
• PsiQuantum will only contact candidates using an official PsiQuantum email address.
• The company will never request bank account information during the interview process.
• Equal employment opportunity is provided to all applicants and employees.