Senior Scientist, Quantum

A Senior Scientist in Quantum Applications will join a cross-functional team translating advances in trapped-ion quantum computing into real-world scientific and commercial impact. The role focuses on developing, optimizing, and benchmarking end-to-end quantum algorithms and workflows in computational chemistry, optimization, and machine learning. The scientist will collaborate directly with customers and research partners, support a flagship academic initiative, and publish results in high-impact venues.

• Design, implement, and optimize novel quantum algorithms and end-to-end workflows for computational chemistry, optimization, and machine learning applications.
• Partner with customers and external collaborators to define problems of practical interest and deliver solutions on trapped-ion hardware.
• Rigorously benchmark performance, validate approaches, and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Contribute to a new landmark research initiative aimed at producing lasting scientific discovery and innovation.

• 6+ years of professional experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong proficiency in Python and/or C++, plus hands‑on experience with Qiskit or comparable quantum SDKs.
• Demonstrated expertise developing or optimizing quantum algorithms in computational chemistry, optimization, or machine learning.
• Track record of peer‑reviewed publications, invited talks, open‑source contributions, and/or patents.
• Ability to communicate deeply technical concepts to scientists, engineers, business leaders, and community stakeholders.

• PhD in computer science, mathematics, engineering, physics, or a closely related field.
• Experience with variational quantum algorithms and hybrid quantum‑classical workloads across CPUs, GPUs, and QPUs.
• Background developing hybrid algorithms for both NISQ‑era systems and early fault‑tolerant quantum computers.
• Experience with quantum resource estimation, performance benchmarking, and scaling analysis.
• Prior success delivering customer‑facing technical engagements from problem definition through solution.

• Remote role based in the US with approximately 10% domestic and international travel for customer engagements and conferences.
• Approximate base salary range of $145,920–$191,047, plus additional compensation such as bonus, commission, and equity where applicable.