Machine Learning Scientists and Engineers: AI for Quantum

Quantinuum; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantinuum seeks talented Machine Learning Scientists and Engineers to advance its AI for Quantum initiatives. Join a growing team to innovate in quantum computing and AI, where your expertise will contribute to solving complex challenges and directing future advances in the field. Enjoy competitive benefits and the chance to collaborate with leading experts in quantum technology.

Benefits

28 days of paid holiday plus public holidays

Flexible working options

Workplace pension

Enhanced parental and adoption benefits

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or Ph.D. required.
• Experience in applied AI for scientific problems.
• Knowledge of quantum computing concepts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research novel use cases of machine learning and AI for quantum program synthesis.
• Develop software infrastructure for applying ML methods to quantum computing.
• Conduct experiments to enhance quantum computing capabilities.

Skills

Applied AI

Machine Learning

Quantum Computing

Software Development

Collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Physics, Computer Science, Chemistry, Applied Mathematics

Job description

At Quantinuum, we have formed a new team to implement our AI strategy. This team currently consists of 14 employees, and we are talent pooling for future positions. Please register your interest, and we will contact you when new roles open in this team. Note that replies may not be immediate, as all current positions have been filled.

Designing, building, programming, and using a quantum computer pose numerous challenges. Modern AI methods show promise in addressing these challenges, requiring quantum computing scientists to identify use cases and design experiments.

As a Machine Learning Scientist in the AI for Quantum team, you will design ML experiments in collaboration with ML engineers and quantum scientists. You will lead the development of tools and frameworks applying AI techniques to quantum computing to solve complex problems, such as circuit optimization, quantum algorithm design, and error mitigation or correction strategies. You will have access to Quantinuum’s high-quality quantum computers. Your work will focus on AI models working synergistically with quantum computers to solve problems inaccessible to either technology alone.

As a Machine Learning Engineer in the team, you will utilize state-of-the-art methods, collaborating with quantum scientists to address challenges in the quantum computing stack, such as circuit compilation, error-correcting codes, and quantum advantage identification by integrating quantum computers with AI systems.

Responsibilities:

• Scientist
• Research novel use cases of machine learning and AI for quantum program synthesis.
• Identify high-impact problems that Quantinuum can uniquely solve.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, product management, and other teams.
• Represent the team at scientific, technical, and industry conferences.

• Engineer
• Develop software infrastructure for applying ML methods to quantum computing challenges.
• Write code to enable large-scale experiments to improve the quantum computing stack, utilizing existing ML libraries where appropriate.
• Conduct experiments to enhance quantum computing capabilities.

Key Requirements:

• Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Physics, Computer Science, Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, or related fields, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in applied AI for scientific problems.
• Previous experience with quantum computing.
• Familiarity with literature on quantum advantage.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of quantum computing concepts or related fields like quantum many-body physics.
• Experience with large-scale machine learning, such as large language models or reinforcement learning.
• Experience with high-performance computing, including distributed multi-node and multi-GPU platforms.

What is in it for you?

Work alongside a talented team with leading names in quantum computing. We offer a competitive package, equity, 28 days of paid holiday (plus public holidays), a workplace pension, flexible working options, and enhanced parental and adoption benefits.

About Us:

Science-led, enterprise-driven – accelerating quantum computing.

Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Our technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and quantum AI. With around 500 employees, including over 370 scientists and engineers, we lead the quantum computing revolution globally.

We combine best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware to accelerate quantum computing. Our full-stack technology and world-class team are rapidly scaling quantum capabilities. Join us to be part of this transformation!

Quantinuum recently secured $300 million in funding. Visit our news page to learn more about our scientific breakthroughs and achievements.

Please note that employment is contingent upon passing pre-employment screening. We are an inclusive, equal-opportunity employer, considering applicants regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.