Advanced Compiler Engineer – Quantum Software – 1044 Quantinuum

Owen Thomas B Corp; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work arrangements

28 days annual leave

4% employer pension contributions

Life Insurance

Private medical insurance (Bupa)

Dental Insurance (Bupa)

Income Protection

Paid Parental Leave

Cycle to work scheme

Eye care

Job summary

Quantinuum is seeking an Advanced Compiler Engineer to join our Quantum Software team in Cambridge, UK. You will help shape the design and implementation of the next generation TKET quantum compiler and contribute to the Guppy quantum programming language.

Collaborate with a small, dynamic team through the full development lifecycle—from research to testing—with freedom to think independently and make a real impact.

Qualifications

• A 2:1 or higher degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Ability to read and implement ideas from technical research materials.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and contribute to a Rust-based compiler codebase.
• Develop and apply optimization methods for quantum-classical programs.
• Design and implement novel features for quantum programming languages.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across research and engineering teams.

Skills

Reading technical research papers

Implementing ideas from research

Education

2:1 or higher degree in CS/Math/Engineering

Tools

Rust

Job description

Company Name Quantinuum

Job Role Advanced Compiler Engineer – Quantum Software – 1044

Qualifications Not specified

Category I

Job Type Full Time

Location UK Cambridge

What we're looking for

• A 2:1 or higher degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline.


• Ability to read and implement ideas from technical research materials.

What you'll get

We believe our people are our greatest strength and offer a comprehensive rewards package that supports your professional growth, well-being, and long-term success.

• Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology


• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance


• 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays


• 4% employer pension contributions


• Life Insurance


• Private medical insurance through Bupa


• Dental Insurance through Bupa


• Income Protection


• Paid Parental Leave


• Cycle to work scheme


• Contribution to eye care


• Employee Assistance Programme

The role

Quantinuum are seeking an Advance Compiler Engineer to join our growing Quantum Software team in Cambridge, UK. In this role, you will help shape the design and implementation of the next generation TKET quantum compiler and contribute to the Guppy quantum programming language. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of software development, compiler design, and quantum computing research.

You will collaborate closely with a small, dynamic team throughout the full development lifecycle – from research and design to programming and testing – with the freedom to think independently and make a real impact.

What you'll do

• Maintain and contribute to a Rust-based compiler codebase.


• Develop and apply optimization methods for quantum-classical programs.


• Design and implement novel features for quantum programming languages.


• Collaborate with key stakeholders across research and engineering teams.

We Value

• Experience designing classical compilers and programming languages.


• Knowledge of quantum computing, quantum algorithms, or programming quantum systems.


• Experience with compiler frameworks such as LLVM or MLIR.


• Familiarity with formal methods, type theory, or program verification tools.


• Background in large software system architecture and design.

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 operatesacross the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Singapore.

By joining Quantinuum, you’ll help shape the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

Visit our news pages to learn more about Quantinuum and our scientific breakthroughs and achievements:

Quantinuum Intro Video: The Future of Quantum Computing

You Must Have

• Software development experience, preferably in Rust or Python.


• Broad knowledge of programming languages, paradigms, and compiler concepts.


• Ability to work collaboratively, communicate technical ideas clearly, and write clean, maintainable code.


• Familiarity with collaboration tools (e.g., version control, issue tracking) and development tools (e.g., debugger, profiler, testing frameworks).

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