Senior Quantum Computing Research Scientist

Quandela; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Competitive compensation package

Leadership opportunities in national R

Support for US security eligibility

Job summary

Quandela in the United States seeks a Senior Research Scientist with a strong scientific background in quantum computing, quantum photonics, or related fields to lead advanced research activities and translate ideas into experimental, theoretical, or computational results that support the company’s technology roadmap.

The role requires collaboration across quantum physics, integrated photonics, electronics, algorithms, software, and engineering, mentoring junior scientists, and contributing to

Qualifications

• PhD in physics, quantum information science, quantum technologies, photonics, electrical engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, or related field.
• Typically 7–10+ years of relevant research experience in quantum computing, quantum optics, photonics, or advanced quantum technologies.
• Strong publication record and demonstrated ability to produce high‑quality scientific results.
• Deep understanding of Quantum information science, Photonic quantum computing, Integrated photonics, Quantum optics, Quantum algorithms, Quantum hardware architectures, Quantum error correction or fault‑tolerant computing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high‑level research in quantum computing, quantum photonics, quantum information science, or related areas.
• Develop novel scientific concepts, models, methods, and experimental or computational approaches aligned with Quandela’s technology strategy.
• Contribute to design, analysis, and validation of quantum computing architectures, photonic quantum systems, components, algorithms, or enabling technologies.
• Translate scientific advances into prototypes, demonstrators, technical reports, publications, patents, and internal know‑how.
• Stay at the forefront of advances in quantum computing, integrated photonics, quantum hardware, and hardware/software architectures.
• Identify emerging scientific opportunities and guide long‑term research directions.

Skills

PhD in physics

7–10+ years experience

Publications

Quantum information science

Photonic quantum computing

Integrated photonics

Quantum optics

Quantum algorithms

Quantum hardware architectures

Quantum error correction

Education

PhD in physics or related field

Tools

(none)

Job description

Quandela in the United States seeks a Senior Research Scientist with a strong scientific background in quantum computing, quantum photonics, or related fields to lead advanced research activities and translate ideas into experimental, theoretical, or computational results that support the company’s technology roadmap.

The role requires collaboration across quantum physics, integrated photonics, electronics, algorithms, software, and engineering, mentoring junior scientists, and contributing to