Senior Quantum Applications Architect - Daresbury, England, United Kingdom

Originally posted 10 September 2026 by the employer — open 9 days.

Work on algorithms tailored for fault-tolerant quantum computers using photonic quantum computing.

About the role

This role involves translating computational tasks into abstract quantum-algorithm specifications and analyzing their performance within the Quantum Algorithms team. The work focuses on evaluating resource requirements on a silicon photonics architecture.

What you'll do

• Propose research and development initiatives for quantum algorithms tailored for fault-tolerant quantum computers.
• Work with external partners to instantiate, validate, and optimize quantum algorithms for various domains.
• Establish families of benchmarks and problem instances to validate post-classicality of quantum algorithms.
• Guide the simulation and analysis of resource requirements for fault-tolerant implementation of quantum algorithms in photonic quantum computing.

What you'll need

• 5+ years of research experience in quantum computing, with focus on algorithms and applications.
• A degree in Physics, Math, or Computer Science or equivalent.
• Proven team player with an ability to work effectively across departments, sites, and time zones.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a fast-moving start-up environment.
• Experience programming in Python, C++, or similar languages.

Nice to have

• PhD in Physics, Math, or Computer Science, with a focus on quantum information theory or quantum computation.
• Experience with quantum algorithms and compiling in the regime of fault tolerant gates.
• Experience working with partners in academia or industry to analyze real-world quantum applications of interest.

Skills: quantum algorithms, fault-tolerant quantum computers, photonic quantum computing, resource requirements, quantum information theory