Senior Research Scientist, Quantum Error Correction

Quantinuum is expanding its Quantum Error Correction team in its Cambridge office. As a Senior Research Scientist, you'll work on reducing error rates in quantum states, gates, preparations, measurements, and algorithms. This includes, but is not limited to, improvements in compilation of quantum algorithms into sequences of fault-tolerant operations, the design of quantum error-correcting codes and fault-tolerant circuits, as well as advances in quantum control and device/process characterization. You'll work closely with our hardware and software engineers to integrate error correction into our quantum stack. A key element of the role will be ensuring performance on real quantum hardware. Based in the Cambridge office, you will be working in a research-focused group with scientific direction from experienced researchers. With the freedom to think independently and creatively, this is an excellent opportunity to advance the theory and practice of quantum computing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Researching quantum error correction methods and fault-tolerant algorithms to run on real and simulated quantum computers
• Collaborating with software engineers in the team to implement new techniques
• Writing articles and publishing in leading scientific journals
• Keeping up-to-date with the literature of the field

Key Requirements:

• A Ph.D. degree or equivalent – or will have submitted their thesis prior to taking up the position – in Maths, Computer Science, Theoretical Physics or a related discipline
• A strong research record showing evidence of their ability to understand the fundamentals of QECC and contribute new ideas
• Scientific computing, programming in Python, and preferably one or more of: C++, Rust, Julia
• Communicating scientific ideas clearly and precisely, both verbally and in writing

What is in it for you?

Working alongside a highly talented team, with leading names in the quantum computing industry. We offer a highly competitive package, equity, 28 days of paid holiday (in addition to public holidays), a workplace pension, a positive approach to flexible working and enhanced parental and adoption benefits.

About Us:

Science Led, Enterprise Driven – Accelerating Quantum Computing. Quantinuum is the world's largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum's technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents. Quantinuum recently secured $300m in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements.

Please note that employment with us is subject to successfully passing our pre-employment screening checks. We are an inclusive equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.