Quantum Applications Scientist​/Senior Quantum Applications Scientist

We are looking for a Quantum Applications Scientist to join our team developing new computational methods for solving some of the most challenging problems in science and engineering.

You will work at the intersection of quantum computing, numerical simulation and scientific computing, developing and evaluating quantum, quantum-inspired and quantum-ready algorithms for solving partial differential equations (PDEs). Your work will focus on practical applications in areas such as fluid dynamics, engineering simulation, energy and materials modelling.

Working alongside our quantum algorithms, software and hardware teams, you will investigate new computational approaches, benchmark their performance against established methods and explore how they can be implemented on emerging quantum computing architectures.

We welcome candidates from a range of technical backgrounds. You might have experience in quantum algorithms, numerical mathematics, computational physics or an application area such as computational fluid dynamics. What matters most is a strong understanding of computational methods, an interest in exploring new approaches and the ability to tackle difficult technical problems.

This is an opportunity to join an established quantum applications team, contribute to active research and development programmes and help shape how quantum computing is applied to real-world problems.

Depending on experience, the position may be offered at Senior Quantum Applications Scientist level.

• Algorithm Development: Research, develop and benchmark quantum, quantum-inspired and quantum-ready algorithms for solving partial differential equations and related computational problems.
• Scientific Computing: Implement and evaluate numerical methods using classical, quantum and hybrid computational approaches, with a focus on accuracy, performance and scalability.
• Application Development: Work with application specialists to identify challenging simulation problems in areas such as fluid dynamics, engineering and materials science, translating real-world requirements into computational models and benchmarks.
• Performance Evaluation: Compare new algorithms with established numerical techniques, assessing accuracy, stability, convergence, computational efficiency and potential advantages at scale.
• Quantum Hardware Integration: Work closely with our quantum software and hardware teams to understand architectural capabilities and constraints, and adapt algorithms for emerging quantum computing systems.
• Software Development: Contribute to the development of scientific software, numerical simulation tools and benchmarking frameworks, ensuring computational methods are reliable, reproducible and well documented.
• Research &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with colleagues and external research and industry partners, contributing to technical studies, publications, patents and collaborative research programmes.
• Technical Development: Investigate new approaches, communicate findings clearly and contribute to the technical direction of Aegiq's quantum applications work. For senior appointments, this will include leading research activities and supporting the development of other team members.

Aegiq is a Sheffield-based quantum technology company developing scalable, fault-tolerant photonic quantum computers. Founded in 2019, we work across the full quantum computing stack, from semiconductor chips and photonic hardware to software and real-world applications.

In 2025, we delivered our first-generation quantum computer to the UK's National Quantum Computing Centre. We're now developing our second-generation platform and expanding our team to tackle the scientific and engineering challenges involved in building quantum computers at scale.

We're a growing team of scientists, engineers and specialists who enjoy solving difficult problems and turning new ideas into working technology. At Aegiq, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of your work, contribute directly to the technology we're developing and help shape the future of the company.

We value different backgrounds, experiences and ways of thinking. If you're excited about the work we're doing, we'd encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn't match every requirement listed.

• Technical Background: Research or industry experience in Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science or a related field, with expertise in at least one of the…