Quantum Algorithms Developer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 77,600 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Quantum Algorithms Developer to translate software development skills into scalable quantum algorithms and AI solutions. You will collaborate with customers in lab or agile settings to understand needs and deliver robust quantum software outcomes.

The role emphasizes software engineering, problem solving, and the creation of frameworks that maximize computational resources, including collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in software development or quantum algorithms.
• Experience in laboratory or Agile software development environments.
• Experience with quantum algorithms, quantum software development, or quantum computing applications.
• Experience with Python, C, C++, or Rust.
• Knowledge of quantum computing hardware, control electronics, and environmental control requirements.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with customers to understand needs and provide quantum support in laboratory or agile software development environments.
• Apply software engineering expertise for problem-solving, design, development, and maintenance of cutting-edge quantum systems.
• Identify and grow technical collaborations that underlie engineering advances.
• Identify new growth areas for quantum and AI businesses and build MVPs to excite customers.
• Leverage software development principles to build frameworks and programs that maximize computational resources for customer use cases.

Skills

Software development

Quantum algorithms

Lab/Agile environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics/CS/EE/Mech Eng

Tools

Python

C

C++

Rust

Job description

Overview

Quantum Algorithms Developer at Booz Allen Hamilton – leverage your software development skills to develop scalable quantum algorithms and AI solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Work closely with customers to understand needs and provide quantum support in laboratory or agile software development environments.
• Apply software engineering expertise for problem‑solving, design, development, and maintenance of cutting‑edge quantum systems.
• Identify and grow technical collaborations that underlie engineering advances.
• Identify new growth areas for quantum and AI businesses and build MVPs to excite customers.
• Leverage software development principles to build frameworks and programs that maximize computational resources for customer use cases.

Must Have

• 2+ years of experience in software development or quantum algorithms.
• Experience in laboratory or Agile software development environments.
• Experience with quantum algorithms, quantum software development, or quantum computing applications.
• Experience with Python, C, C++, or Rust.
• Knowledge of quantum computing hardware, control electronics, and environmental control requirements.
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

Nice to Have

• Managing teams of scientists, engineers, or developers.
• Experience in quantum materials, qubit control, or quantum information science.
• Research in quantum mechanics or effects enabling quantum computing, sensing, or networking.
• Excellent collaboration skills across technical backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Master’s or Doctorate in relevant fields (preferred).
• Certifications related to quantum materials, qubit control, or quantum information science.

Clearance

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $77,600.00 – $176,000.00 (annualized USD). Benefits include health, life, disability, financial, retirement programs, paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work‑life programs, and dependent care.

Work Model

• Remote – may require occasional in‑person work at a Booz Allen or customer facility.
• Hybrid – expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently and may visit customer sites.
• Onsite – work primarily at a Booz Allen office or customer facility.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.