Quantum Algorithms Engineer — AI-Driven Quantum Simulations

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO/HD medical insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Learning opportunities & tuition

401(k) with matching

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) seeks outstanding candidates to join the Computing and Artificial Intelligence (CAI) Division for research in quantum computing, quantum algorithm engineering, and quantum machine learning. You will pursue original research in quantum simulation, develop analytical tools, and design workflows using AI to optimize quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant devices.

This role emphasizes Hamiltonian simulation as a central paradigm and requires strong programming,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with at least 4 years of related experience; post-doctoral research is common.
• Demonstrated record of original scientific research through peer‑reviewed publications.
• Strong programming and simulation skills in Python or similar languages.

Responsibilities

• Conduct original research advancing quantum simulation techniques and algorithms.
• Develop analytical tools and workflows leveraging AI to optimize quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum computers.
• Collaborate across disciplines to apply quantum computing to AI and materials science.
• Communicate results effectively through publications and presentations.

Skills

Quantum algorithms

Programming (Python/Julia)

HPC/GPU

Qiskit/PennyLane/cuda-q

AI for QC / Quantum ML

Research publications

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM + 4 years experience

Tools

Qiskit

PennyLane

cuda-q

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) seeks outstanding candidates to join the Computing and Artificial Intelligence (CAI) Division for research in quantum computing, quantum algorithm engineering, and quantum machine learning. You will pursue original research in quantum simulation, develop analytical tools, and design workflows using AI to optimize quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant devices.

This role emphasizes Hamiltonian simulation as a central paradigm and requires strong programming,