Quantum Algorithms Scientist – Optimization

Phasecraft

Quantum Algorithms Scientist developing optimization algorithms for quantum computing applications. Collaborating within a small team on research projects relating to combinatorial optimization and constraint satisfaction problems.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeBristol • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Undertake theoretical and/or applied research and/or software development for near-term quantum computing applications, with an initial focus on quantum algorithms and software for combinatorial optimization and/or constraint satisfaction problems.
Help to author publications, presentations, patent applications and similar resulting from the research.
Work collaboratively in a small team made up of full-time staff and affiliated PhD students.
Work with stakeholders on collaborations applying quantum computing to optimization problems.
Other activities as required to support the growth and success of Phasecraft.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Expertise in one or more of:**o quantum information and/or computation theory**o theory and implementation of classical algorithms for optimization or constraint satisfaction**o quantum algorithm design and implementation**o mathematical analysis of algorithms
Proven track record of working independently on research projects.
Deep expertise and an excellent publication track-record in relevant discipline.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to disseminate research results to technical and non-technical audiences.
Flexibility to work across different aspects of quantum algorithms, and to work on other tasks required to support the growth and success of the company.
An interest in near-term quantum computing
Desirable criteria:
PhD (or soon to receive one) in quantum information, quantum computation theory, theoretical computer science, or closely related field.
Coding in quantum software development environments (e.g. Cirq, QuEST, Qiskit).
Experience of implementing algorithms on quantum hardware.
Strong publication track-record in relevant discipline.
Software development skills.
Enthusiasm for learning and novel research.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Undertake theoretical and/or applied research and/or software development for near-term quantum computing applications, with an initial focus on quantum algorithms and software for combinatorial optimization and/or constraint satisfaction problems.
Help to author publications, presentations, patent applications and similar resulting from the research.
Work collaboratively in a small team made up of full-time staff and affiliated PhD students.
Work with stakeholders on collaborations applying quantum computing to optimization problems.
Other activities as required to support the growth and success of Phasecraft. 🎯 Requirements
Expertise in one or more of:**o quantum information and/or computation theory**o theory and implementation of classical algorithms for optimization or constraint satisfaction**o quantum algorithm design and implementation**o mathematical analysis of algorithms
Proven track record of working independently on research projects.
Deep expertise and an excellent publication track-record in relevant discipline.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to disseminate research results to technical and non-technical audiences.
Flexibility to work across different aspects of quantum algorithms, and to work on other tasks required to support the growth and success of the company.
An interest in near-term quantum computing
Desirable criteria:
PhD (or soon to receive one) in quantum information, quantum computation theory, theoretical computer science, or closely related field.
Coding in quantum software development environments (e.g. Cirq, QuEST, Qiskit).
Experience of implementing algorithms on quantum hardware.
Strong publication track-record in relevant discipline.
Software development skills.
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Hard Skills & Tools

Quantum Algorithm ImplementationMathematical Analysis of AlgorithmsResearch Project ManagementSoftware Development SkillsPublication Track-Record

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationFlexibility