Remote Principal Quantum Computing Researcher

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Global conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Quantum Computing Researcher to lead theoretical and computational quantum research from anywhere as a fully remote role. Based in Durban, South Africa, the position emphasizes independent leadership, cutting-edge algorithm design, and collaboration with hardware and software teams on next-generation quantum computing.

The ideal candidate has a Ph.D. and 8+ years of quantum computing research, with a strong publication record and expertise in Qiskit, Cirq or

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, CS, Mathematics or related field with quantum info/quantum computing specialization.
• Minimum 8 years of dedicated research experience in quantum computing.
• Strong knowledge of quantum mechanics, linear algebra and computational complexity.
• Proven ability to design, simulate and analyze quantum algorithms.
• Experience with Qiskit, Cirq or Pennylane required.

Responsibilities

• Design theoretical and computational research in quantum computing, focusing on algorithms and hardware architecture.
• Develop and test quantum algorithms for optimization, simulation and ML.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and software teams to bridge theory and practice.
• Publish in top-tier journals and present at conferences.
• Mentor junior researchers and post-docs; contribute to grant proposals.

Skills

Quantum mechanics

Linear algebra

Computational complexity

Independent work

Education

Ph.D. in Physics/CS/Math (quantum info)

8+ years quantum computing research

Tools

Qiskit

Cirq

Pennylane

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Quantum Computing Researcher to lead theoretical and computational quantum research from anywhere as a fully remote role. Based in Durban, South Africa, the position emphasizes independent leadership, cutting-edge algorithm design, and collaboration with hardware and software teams on next-generation quantum computing.

The ideal candidate has a Ph.D. and 8+ years of quantum computing research, with a strong publication record and expertise in Qiskit, Cirq or