Lead AMO Theory Architect - 351

Quantinuum; London; On-site; USD 145,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quantum computing company seeks a Lead AMO Theory Architect to spearhead the development of next-generation quantum computers. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD and over 10 years of experience in quantum information and related fields. This role involves leading teams, defining system requirements, and utilizing advanced simulation techniques to innovate in quantum technology.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match for student loan repayment

Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Generous vacation and sick time

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years’ experience in quantum information, ion trapping, or related areas.
• Experience leading teams in quantum device design or operation.
• Excellent communication skills with published research results.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture team for large scale quantum computers.
• Analyze performance of candidate quantum systems.
• Define system and subsystem requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Quantum information

Numerical simulation

Optics

Education

PhD in related field

Job description

Science Led, Enterprise Driven – Accelerating Quantum Computing

Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum’s technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents.

We unite best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware to accelerate quantum computing. With integrated full-stack technology, our world-class team is rapidly scaling quantum computing.

Quantinuum recently secured $300M in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other

Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news

We are seeking a Lead AMO Theory Architectin our Broomfield, CO or Brooklyn Park, MN locations to apply their skills to the development of our next generation large scale quantum computers. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of the QCCD architecture, quantum error correction, basic sub-system concepts and requirements, experimental limitations, and theoretical use-cases. The candidate should also have a solid understanding of key QC scalability enablers such as photonics, micro-fabrication processes, ASICs, and ultra-high vacuum systems. This diverse set of topics will be used to create a state-of-the-art design for a commercial quantum computer that advances key performance metrics in qubit count, run-time, and circuit fidelity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture team to conceptualize large scale quantum computers
• Analyze the performance of a variety of candidate large scale quantum computers.
• Define system level requirements and high-level sub-system and technology requirements
• Numerically simulated quantum operations such gates, measurements, readout, and cooling
• Work with sub-system teams to identify potential technology insertions into the architecture
• Communicate findings and design proposals to larger technical, management, and executive teams
• Develop, implement, and oversee best scientific practices across the architecture team

YOU MUST HAVE:

• PhD completed prior to starting
• Minimum of 10+ years’ experience (PhD inclusive) involving one or more of the following areas: quantum information, ion trapping, qubits, atomic physics, numerical simulation, spectroscopy, optics, vacuum systems, electronics, cryogenics, lasers, photonics, or laboratory work in the physical sciences.
• 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.
• 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)

WE VALUE:

• Experience leading a team in designing or operating a device for quantum information processing.
• 15+ years’ experience in scientific research and development, engineering, or leadership roles.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, and experience in working with customers and partners.
• Experience modeling quantum systems
• Experience developing quantum error correcting codes or quantum computing algorithms
• Experience with laser cooling and trapping of ions or neutral atoms.
• Experience performing simulation and modeling to inform experiments.
• Experience with control systems for data collection, signal processing and analysis.
• Experience designing and optimizing experiments
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results within their field of research.

$145,000 - $182,000 a year

Compensation & Benefits:

Range posted is inclusive of incentive target

Incentive Eligible

Estimated total wage: $145,000 - $182,000

What’s in it for you?

· A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work

· Flexible work schedule

· 401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit

· Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance

· Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time

· Paid parental leave

· Employee discounts

Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.