Sr. Computational Scientist - 742

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain numerical tools to enable key features of trapped-ion quantum computers.
• Develop methods and algorithms for the design of surface-electrode ion traps using electrostatic modeling tools and nonlinear optimization techniques.
• Collaborate with commercial and experimental teams on research and technology development.
• You will develop project plans to deliver numerical tools as part of a broader commercial strategy.

YOU MUST HAVE

• PhD minimum required
• Minimum of 5+ years of post-PhD experience

WE VALUE

• PhD in applied mathematics, computer science, physics, electrical engineering, or a related field preferred
• Development of numerical tools for addressing novel physical systems
• Experience applying physical principles to optimization problems or numerical simulation
• Experience with numerical optimization techniques, such as convex optimization, genetic algorithms, or optimal control theory
• Proficiency in one or more compiled languages such as C, C++, Fortran, or Rust
• Experience with configuring and analyzing BEM and/or FEM models
• Experience using HPC clusters, GPUs, or other parallel computing techniques
• Experience interfacing compiled libraries with Python, including via ctypes or f2py
• A history of public-facing work, such as patents, open source repositories, or conference presentations
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Pay & Benefits

Incentive Eligible -- Range posted is inclusive of bonus target when applicable
The pay range for this role is $155,000 -- $180,000 annually.
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 the world leader in quantum computing. The company's quantum systems deliver the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. Quantinuum's over 650 employees, including 400+ scientists and engineers, across the US, UK, Germany, and Japan, are driving the quantum computing revolution. By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries. By joining Quantinuum, you'll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

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