Fault Tolerant Quantum Algorithms Researcher

Location: Broomfield

US Broomfield, COScience & Technology – Quantum Computing Hardware /Full-time /On-site Quantinuum is seeking a Fault Tolerant Quantum Algorithms Researcher in our Broomfield, CO location with expertise in physics, chemistry, computer science, or mathematics to design fault-tolerant quantum algorithms for our trapped-ion quantum processors. You will work with an interdisciplinary team of quantum algorithms and error correction researchers and implement your ideas on the world’s most powerful quantum computers.  

Your work will advance quantum algorithms and fault-tolerant quantum computation methods, and will include opportunities for collaborative research with academic, government, and industry partners.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct fundamental research in fault-tolerant quantum algorithms, and the codesign of algorithms and error correction

Work with an interdisciplinary team of quantum hardware, software, algorithms, and error correction researchers to advance fault-tolerant quantum computing (FTQC)
Implement ideas on the worlds’ most powerful quantum computers, and advise on the development of future quantum computing architectures

Conduct collaborative FTQC research with external academic, national lab, and commercial partners

You Must Have:

PhD required prior to start

Minimum 5+ years (PhD inclusive) experience with research in quantum algorithms, theoretical physics or chemistry, or quantum error correction, demonstrated through a strong publication track record

Minimum 2+ years’ experience with scientific programming in Python, C++, Rust, or a comparable language(s) 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.

We Value:

PhD in a quantum computing related field preferred

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience in developing classical and quantum algorithms for computational physics or chemistry methods

Domain expertise in condensed matter physics, materials science, or chemistry

Research experience in quantum algorithms, theoretical or computational physics or chemistry, and working knowledge of quantum error correction principles

Additional post-doctoral research experience beyond the PhD Experience working with quantum computers $150,000 - $250,000 a year

The base pay range for this role is $155,000 – $250,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

If considered to have "Lead/Principal" level experience, the position will be Bonus Eligible. It will not be considered bonus eligible at an "Advanced/Sr. Advanced" level, but we are open to multiple industry experience for this role.

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,…