Developer Intern - 1053

Quantinuum; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Employee discounts

Job summary

Quantinuum in Broomfield, CO is seeking a part-time Developer Intern to help create classroom-ready quantum education materials and implement quantum algorithms using Guppy and Qiskit. You will test code for accuracy and collaborate with experts to refine resources for students.

The role supports education-focused software development and offers a housing stipend for remote candidates, competitive pay, and flexible scheduling. Must be an enrolled MS student in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an MS program.
• Graduating on/after May 2027.
• Must be a U.S. Person (citizen, permanent resident or green card holder).
• National security: candidates must not be PRC or Russian nationals unless U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate modular Guppy educational materials, including examples and notebooks.
• Implement quantum algorithms and workflows in Guppy using frames like Qiskit.
• Review curricula to identify gaps and entry points for Guppy.
• Test educational code for accuracy, reproducibility, and suitability for students.
• Collaborate with Guppy experts and academic partners to refine materials.

Skills

Quantum computing

Quantum information

Quantum algorithms

Quantum software development

Quantum error correction

Technical documentation

Guppy AI-assisted development

Education

Master’s degree (MS) in a related field

Tools

Qiskit

Job description

We are seeking a part-time Developer Intern in our Broomfield, CO Location. All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

$34 - $42 an hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and validate modular, classroom-ready Guppy educational materials, including examples, notebooks, exercises, and supporting content.
• Implement representative quantum algorithms and workflows in Guppy using existing frameworks such as Qiskit as references.
• Review existing quantum computing curricula to identify educational gaps and appropriate entry points for Guppy.
• Test educational code for technical correctness, reproducibility, and suitability for students.
• Collaborate with Quantinuum Guppy subject matter experts and academic partners to review and refine the materials.

YOU MUST HAVE:

• Currently enrolled in a M.S. Program
• Graduating on/afterMay 2027
• 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
• 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.

WE VALUE:

• 2+ years experience (M.S. Program inclusive) involving one or more of the following areas: quantum computing, quantum information, quantum algorithms, quantum software development, or quantum error correction preferred.
• Graduate-level coursework in quantum computing, quantum computer architecture, and quantum error correction.
• Experience implementing and working with quantum algorithms.
• Strong interest in quantum error correction and fault-tolerant quantum computing.
• Experience creating technical documentation and clearly communicating technical concepts.
• Interest in developing skills with Guppy and AI-assisted software development.

Compensation & Benefits:

The pay range for this role is $34 - $42 per hour. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

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 holdingadvanced 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.

What’s in it for you?

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.

• For candidates located outside of this state, this role will include a housing stipend of $500 per check/bi-weekly
• A competitive market rate and innovative, game-changing work
• Flexible work schedule
• Employee discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer

Quantinuum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Know Your Rights:

Workplace discrimination is illegal. For more information about Quantinuum, please visit our website.

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know use the Lets talk contact form.

Role context:

This early-career software position exists to bridge developer tooling design and educational adoption within quantum software environments. Positioned between core software engineering teams and academic or educational end-users, the role supports the creation, testing, and validation of instructional software resources. By converting complex algorithmic concepts into structured, runnable code examples, personnel in this function ensure that emerging programming frameworks are accessible, technically reliable, and suitable for integration into academic curricula and workforce training programs.

Quantum ecosystem relevance:

The role contributes to the quantum ecosystem by expanding developer outreach and educational readiness for specialized programming languages. As quantum computing software shifts toward broader adoption, educational infrastructure becomes essential for building a trained workforce. Positioned at the developer enablement layer, this function facilitates the adoption of new quantum programming paradigms by creating reproducible learning materials, validating algorithm implementations against established frameworks, and supporting academic collaboration to lower barriers of entry for students and incoming developers.

Capability signals:

• Experience implementing and testing complex quantum algorithms using open-source software frameworks
• Understanding of quantum computer architecture, quantum information, and quantum error correction principles
• Proficiency in developing clear technical documentation and structured educational code examples
• Capability to validate algorithmic code for technical correctness, reproducibility, and performance
• Familiarity with AI-assisted software development practices and modern developer tooling environments