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Quantum Algorithms Scientist - Optimization63393291569537120

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Quantum Algorithms Scientist - Optimization

Phasecraft is the quantum algorithms company. We are building the mathematical foundations for quantum computing applications that solve real-world problems. Founded in 2019 by Toby Cubitt, Ashley Montanaro and John Morton, we are based in London and Bristol in the UK and opened an office in Washington DC in 2024, led by Steve Flammia. In 2023 we completed a $17m Series A funding round led by leading Silicon Valley deep tech VC, Playground Global. Phasecraft’s unprecedented access to today’s best quantum computers – through partnerships with Google, IBM, Quantinuum and QuEra – provides us with unique opportunities to develop foundational IP, inform the development of next-generation quantum hardware, and accelerate commercialization of high-value breakthroughs. We are looking to hire a Quantum Algorithms Scientist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in the theory and/or implementation of optimization algorithms for gate-model quantum computers, or in classical optimization or constraint satisfaction algorithms; or otherwise strong evidence of potential to contribute to these areas. Their work will initially focus on these topics, though they will have the opportunity to grow a portfolio of research activity across the breadth of Phasecraft’s interests. A background in quantum computing is not necessarily required, though in this case a successful candidate will have evidence of the ability to design and implement advanced algorithms for optimization and/or constraint satisfaction. Job Description Undertake theoretical and/or applied research and/or software development for near-term quantum computing applications, with an initial focus on quantum algorithms and software for combinatorial optimization and/or constraint satisfaction problems. Help to author publications, presentations, patent applications and similar resulting from the research. Work collaboratively in a small team made up of full-time staff and affiliated PhD students. Work with stakeholders on collaborations applying quantum computing to optimization problems. Other activities as required to support the growth and success of Phasecraft. Requirements Essential criteria: Expertise in one or more of: o quantum information and/or computation theory o theory and implementation of classical algorithms for optimization or constraint satisfaction o quantum algorithm design and implementation o mathematical analysis of algorithms Proven track record of working independently on research projects. Deep expertise and an excellent publication track-record in relevant discipline. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to disseminate research results to technical and non-technical audiences. Flexibility to work across different aspects of quantum algorithms, and to work on other tasks required to support the growth and success of the company. An interest in near-term quantum computing Desirable criteria: PhD (or soon to receive one) in quantum information, quantum computation theory, theoretical computer science, or closely related field. Coding in quantum software development environments (e.g. Cirq, QuEST, Qiskit). Experience of implementing algorithms on quantum hardware. Strong publication track-record in relevant discipline. Software development skills. Enthusiasm for learning and novel research. The closing date for applications is 14 June 2025.

Bristol, UK

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Quantum Algorithms Scientist63393277909635121

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Quantum Algorithms Scientist

Phasecraft is the quantum algorithms company. We are building the mathematical foundations for quantum computing applications that solve real-world problems. Founded in 2019 by Toby Cubitt, Ashley Montanaro and John Morton, we are based in London and Bristol, UK. In 2023 we completed a £13m Series A funding round led by leading Silicon Valley deep tech VC, Playground Global. Phasecraft’s unprecedented access to today’s best quantum computers – through partnerships with Google, IBM, and Rigetti – provides us with unique opportunities to develop foundational IP, inform the development of next-generation quantum hardware, and accelerate commercialisation of high-value breakthroughs. We are looking to hire a Quantum Algorithms Scientist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in the theory of algorithms for gate-model quantum computers or related topics in quantum computing theory, quantum information theory or related areas of quantum theory. Their work will contribute to Phasecraft’s goal of developing quantum algorithms for near-term quantum computers, and may encompass topics such as algorithm optimization and design, quantum codes, resource analysis, error mitigation, and hardware benchmarking. They will have the opportunity to grow a portfolio of research activity across the breadth of Phasecraft’s interests. Job Description Undertake theoretical and/or applied research on near-term quantum computing algorithms, applications and/or enabling theoretical technologies. Help to author publications, presentations, patent applications and similar resulting from the research. Work collaboratively in a small team made up of full-time staff and affiliated PhD students. Other activities as required to support the growth and success of Phasecraft. Requirements Essential criteria: Expertise in quantum information and/or computation theory. PhD (or soon to receive one) in quantum information, quantum computation theory, theoretical computer science, theoretical physics, or closely related field. Ability to work independently on research projects and to work in a team. Strong publication track-record in relevant discipline. Flexibility to work across different aspects of quantum software and underpinning theory. Flexibility to work on other tasks required to support the growth and success of the company. Desirable criteria: An interest in near-term quantum computing. Either experience of implementing algorithms on quantum hardware and/or in classical emulation; or strong theoretical/mathematical research track-record with an interest in applying this to quantum computing; or software development skills and experience. Enthusiasm for learning and novel research. Excellent communication skills.

Bristol, UK

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Quantum Algorithms Engineer63500054984065122

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Quantum Algorithms Engineer

Phasecraft is the quantum algorithms company. We are building the mathematical foundations for quantum computing applications that solve real-world problems. Founded in 2019 by Toby Cubitt, Ashley Montanaro and John Morton, we are based in London and Bristol, UK. In 2023 we completed a £13m Series A funding round led by leading Silicon Valley deep tech VC, Playground Global, and in 2024 we opened our Washington DC office led by Steve Flammia. Phasecraft’s unprecedented access to today’s best quantum computers – through partnerships with Google, IBM, Rigetti, and QuEra – provides us with unique opportunities to develop foundational IP, inform the development of next-generation quantum hardware, and accelerate commercialisation of high-value breakthroughs. As we continue to grow and explore new areas of research an exciting opportunity has arisen to join our talented team as a Quantum Algorithms Engineer. In this role the ideal candidate will have experience in the implementation of advanced quantum algorithms or otherwise strong evidence of potential to contribute to this area. A background in quantum computing is not necessarily required nor is a track record of publishing scientific papers in this area; however the candidate should be able to demonstrate a keen interest in quantum computing through formal or independent studies. Job Description Implementing and evaluating advanced classical and/or quantum algorithms based on technical papers and research conducted by our team of Quantum Algorithms Scientists. Working collaboratively in a small team made up of full-time staff and affiliated PhD students. Other activities as required to support the growth and success of Phasecraft. Requirements Essential criteria: Good understanding of algorithms and algorithmic analysis. Strong programming skills, including in Python. Bachelor or Masters degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or closely related field. Ability to work flexibly, independently, and to foster a pragmatic approach to producing efficient, workable code. Desirable criteria: Exposure to quantum computing and/or quantum information theory, via formal or independent studies. Experience coding in quantum development environments (e.g. Cirq, Qiskit, QuEST) or in implementing quantum algorithms or novel classical algorithms on classical computers. Either knowledge of quantum chemistry/materials science and experience coding with relevant computational packages such as Wannier90, PySCF; or otherwise experience with algorithms and software for combinatorial optimization such as Gurobi or SAT solvers. Software engineering experience, including version control, CI/CD.

Bristol, UK

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