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Quantum Algorithms Scientist

Washington, DC · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

Develop and implement quantum algorithms on state-of-the-art quantum hardware platforms, optimizing performance and resource usage. * Undertake both theoretical and applied research on near-term ...

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Quantum Algorithm Developer

$150K - $195K/yr

Implement quantum algorithms using leading quantum software development frameworks and hardware platforms. * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate quantum solutions into ...

Quantum Sky

Senior Quantum Algorithm Developer

Reston, VA · Hybrid

$190K - $230K/yr

Implement quantum algorithms using leading quantum software development frameworks and hardware platforms. * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate quantum solutions into ...

Quantum Sky

Senior Quantum Algorithm Developer

Reston, VA · Hybrid

$190K - $230K/yr

Implement quantum algorithms using leading quantum software development frameworks and hardware platforms. * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate quantum solutions into ...

Quantum Sky

Senior Quantum Algorithm Developer

Reston, VA · On-site

$190 - $230/hr

Implement quantum algorithms using leading quantum software development frameworks and hardware platforms. * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate quantum solutions into ...

Quantum Sky

Senior Quantum Algorithm Developer

Reston, VA · On-site

$190K - $230K/yr

Implement quantum algorithms using leading quantum software development frameworks and hardware platforms. * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate quantum solutions into ...

Quantum Sky

Senior Quantum Algorithm Developer

Reston, VA · Hybrid

$190K - $230K/yr

Implement quantum algorithms using leading quantum software development frameworks and hardware platforms. * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate quantum solutions into ...

Quantum Sky

Quantum Algorithm Developer

$150K - $195K/yr

Implement quantum algorithms using leading quantum software development frameworks and hardware platforms. * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate quantum solutions into ...

Quantum Sky

Quantum Algorithm Developer

$150K - $195K/yr

Implement quantum algorithms using leading quantum software development frameworks and hardware platforms. * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate quantum solutions into ...

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What is the difference between Quantum Algorithms vs Quantum Software Engineer?

AspectQuantum AlgorithmsQuantum Software Engineer
Required CredentialsAdvanced degrees in quantum physics, computer science, or related fieldsDegree in computer science, software engineering, or related fields; programming skills
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, academia, tech companies focusing on quantum researchSoftware development teams, tech companies, startups working on quantum applications
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, tech giants, startups developing quantum algorithmsTech companies, startups, research firms implementing quantum software solutions
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding quantum algorithm development and researchDeveloping, testing, and deploying quantum software applications

Quantum Algorithms focus on designing and analyzing algorithms for quantum computers, often requiring advanced theoretical knowledge. Quantum Software Engineers implement these algorithms into usable software, translating research into practical applications. While both roles overlap in quantum computing, their core responsibilities and skill sets differ significantly.

Infographic showing various Quantum Algorithms job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 76% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 20% Remote job distribution.

Senior Engineer, Quantum Algorithms

Quantum Computing Inc.

Hoboken, NJ • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Job Description Software Engineer, Quantum Algorithms (Optimization)
Location: Hoboken, NJ
Division: Technology
Department: Engineering
About Us Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company's portfolio of core technology and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cyber security as well as remote sensing applications.
Position Description: We are looking for a Software Engineer with deep expertise in Mathematical Optimization and quantum algorithm development. This role is critical in architecting the core software engine that drives our proprietary photonic quantum processors, combining complex mathematical formulations with physical optical hardware feedback.
Responsibilities
  • Design and implement the high-performance C++ runtime and Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL) for photonic optimization computers.
  • Profile and optimize critical execution paths to minimize latency, addressing bottlenecks in memory bandwidth, cache locality, and data transfer.
  • Collaborate with FPGA, Electrical engineers and Firmware engineers to ensure to create, test, and optimize device interfaces.
  • Develop algorithmic enhancements to usage of quantum feedback to solve NP hard optimization problems more efficiently with higher solution quality.
  • Write efficient, thread-safe code for concurrent hardware control and real-time signal processing.
  • Design and implement novel algorithms that map optimization and machine-learning problems onto entropy-based photonic quantum processors, including post-processing pipelines.
  • Build software layers to decompose and orchestrate large-scale optimization problems across multiple photonic hardware resources.
  • Contribute to quantum algorithms on the company roadmap

Required Qualifications
  • 6+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on systems or HPC.
  • Strong proficiency in C++ and Python
  • Experience with quantum algorithms, quantum information, or quantum optics.
  • Strong mathematical background in Convex Optimization, Quadratic Programming (QP), Mixed-Integer Linear Programming (MILP), or Gradient-Free Methods.
  • Experience with Numerical Analysis and high-performance math libraries (e.g., BLAS, LAPACK, Eigen).
  • Familiarity with protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, gRPC, REST) and software integration.
  • Strong understanding of performance tuning, memory management, and fault-tolerant design.
  • Familiarity with Linux system programming and build toolchains (CMake, GCC/Clang).
  • Experience working in cross-functional teams involving hardware, physics, and software.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Computer Science, Physics, or Mathematics.
  • Experience with classical optimization solvers (e.g., CPLEX, Gurobi) or heuristic frameworks.
  • Familiarity with Open Quantum Systems or optical feedback mechanisms.
  • Background in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) or control theory.
  • Knowledge of containerized deployment using Docker.

Skills C++, Quantum Algorithms, High Performance Computing (HPC), Algorithm Design, Mathematical Optimization,, Multi-threading, Linux, CMake, Python, Performance Profiling, Hardware Abstraction, Signal Processing

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