Summary

QuEra is seeking a deeply technical and theoretically grounded algorithms researcher to help advance the frontier of quantum computing. This role focuses on developing novel algorithms and quantum computational techniques inspired by and tailored to the capabilities of neutral-atom quantum devices.

A strong candidate will bring deep expertise in quantum algorithm design and quantum information theory. As part of your role, you will lead research efforts that explore the boundaries of quantum advantage, investigate computational hardness and resource tradeoffs, and prototype algorithms that could run on QuEra's hardware. You will also collaborate closely with hardware and software teams to guide the co-design of algorithms and architectures, and shape the roadmap for algorithmic utility on neutral-atom systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct original research in quantum algorithms, quantum algorithm complexity, and quantum information theory.
• Design and analyze new quantum algorithms with demonstrable computational advantage.
• Explore and classify algorithmic primitives aligned with neutral-atom capabilities.
• Collaborate with the applications team to optimize performance under realistic architectural constraints.
• Evaluate the landscape of quantum algorithm benchmarks and influence the development path for practical quantum utility on QuEra’s platform.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related discipline with specialization in quantum computing.
• Strong research record in quantum algorithms or quantum information theory, as evidenced by top-tier publications or equivalent contributions.
• Familiarity with core quantum algorithmic techniques (e.g., amplitude amplification, phase estimation, Hamiltonian simulation, and quantum arithmetic primitives).
• Deep understanding of quantum computational models and algorithmic complexity.
• Strong communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Postdoctoral or industrial experience in quantum computing, especially in algorithm design.
• Experience in using software packages for fault-tolerant quantum algorithms research and quantum resource estimation (e.g. Qualtran).
• Strong software engineering skills.

The approximate base salary range for this position is $145,600 - $227,500.

We consistently monitor external market data and update base salary ranges accordingly.  We determine base compensation decisions on several factors, including as geographic placement, role-specific knowledge, skills, and/or experience.  In addition to our base salary offerings, we also provide equity grants for all new hires.

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Summary

QuEra Computing is seeking a talented and innovative theorist with a strong background in theoretical atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) physics and quantum information science to support the modeling and architecture development of our digital neutral-atom quantum computers. In this role, you will develop detailed physics-based models of key sub-components that constitute a neutral atom quantum computer, to characterize and enhance their performance. You will work closely with experimental teams to validate and refine models, define technical requirements and operating regimes, and guide experimental progress. You will also collaborate with compiler, applications, and QEC teams to ensure that low-level control abstractions and interfaces are aligned with algorithmic and architectural requirements. You will be expected to independently drive modeling efforts and translate theoretical insights into concrete guidance for experiments and architecture decisions.

Qualifications

• PhD in theoretical atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) physics or a closely related field.
• Experience modeling AMO experiments, including realistic multi-level atomic structure calculations, light-matter interactions, and Rydberg physics.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate productively with experimental AMO or quantum hardware groups.
• Strong publication record in AMO physics or other relevant areas of quantum science.
• Basic knowledge of quantum error correction methods and quantum algorithms.
• Proficiency in Python and/or Julia for scientific modeling and simulation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience modeling noise sources, imperfections, and decoherence in neutral-atom platforms.
• Hands-on experience with open quantum systems simulations.
• Experience with pulse-level control, Hamiltonian engineering, and quantum control/optimization.
• Familiarity with benchmarking and characterization of quantum hardware primitives.
• Experience translating physical noise models into logical-level performance metrics.

The approximate base salary range for this position is $130,400 - $211,900.

We consistently monitor external market data and update base salary ranges accordingly.  We determine base compensation decisions on several factors, including as geographic placement, role-specific knowledge, skills, and/or experience.  In addition to our base salary offerings, we also provide equity grants for all new hires.

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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• Design algorithms and quantum protocols suited to neutral atom platforms and collaborate with software and hardware teams on implementation.
• Propose and evaluate scalable quantum architectures, error correction schemes, and control strategies.
• Explore innovative applications of neutral atom systems in quantum simulation, optimization, machine learning and computation.
• Collaborate with experimental teams to guide system design, interpret results, and validate models.
• Contribute to technical publications, white papers, and patent filings.
• Participate in internal knowledge-sharing sessions and external scientific outreach (e.g., conferences, workshops).

• Ph.D. in Physics, Quantum Information, Theoretical AMO Physics, or a closely related field.
• Strong background in quantum information science, quantum simulation, and quantum application development
• Experience developing and analyzing quantum algorithms or protocols.
• Proficiency with numerical tools (e.g., Python, Julia, QuTiP, or custom simulation code).
• Track record of peer-reviewed publications in top-tier journals.

• Familiarity with neutral atom platforms, including Rydberg physics, optical lattices, or tweezer arrays.
• Demonstrated expertise in theoretical modeling of atomic systems or quantum platforms.
• Experience with Hamiltonian simulation, variational quantum algorithms (VQAs), and quantum error correction.
• Experience in working across theory and application, including engagement with experimentalists and engineers.
• Interest in translating fundamental research into commercial quantum technologies.

The approximate base salary range for this position is $110,000-$120,000.

We consistently monitor external market data and update base salary ranges accordingly.  We determine base compensation decisions on several factors, including as geographic placement, role-specific knowledge, skills, and/or experience.  In addition to our base salary offerings, we also provide equity grants for all new hires.

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Summary

QuEra Computing is seeking a Quantum Scientist to develop system- and algorithm-level performance models for large-scale neutral-atom quantum computers. This role focuses on translating device- and architecture-level models into quantitative estimates of algorithmic fidelity, runtime, and time-to-solution for representative quantum workloads.

Working at the interface of quantum algorithms, architecture and benchmarking, you will analyze how hardware constraints and effective error models impact end-to-end computational performance. You will develop system-level performance and runtime models that map device and architecture characteristics to algorithmic success probability, throughput, and time-to-solution. You will collaborate closely with hardware theory, experimental, and application development teams. Your work will directly support internal design decisions and external benchmarking efforts, including participation in programs such as DARPA’s Quantum Benchmarking Initiative (QBI). The ideal candidate combines deep theoretical understanding with practical data-driven insight.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in performance modeling, simulation, or analysis of quantum systems or other complex computational/physical systems.
• Strong background in quantum information science, computational physics, or a closely related quantitative discipline.
• Proficiency in numerical modeling and data analysis using Python or Julia.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze experimental or simulated data and correlate results with abstracted models.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with benchmarking or performance modeling in quantum computing platforms (neutral atoms, ions, superconducting qubits, or similar).
• Experience developing or using abstracted error and performance models to evaluate system- and algorithm-level behavior.
• Prior participation in federally funded research programs (e.g., DARPA, DOE) or large collaborative research efforts.
• Track record of publications or technical contributions related to system-level performance analysis or benchmarking.

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Summary

QuEra Computing UK is seeking a talented, impact-motivated theoretical researcher with strong expertise in quantum computing applications. You will be a part of the team aiming to co-design novel quantum simulation applications for QuEra’s neutral-atom hardware. Working individually and as part of a team, you will interact with academic collaborators, clients, business partners, and other users of quantum computing to address fascinating challenges, from the inclusion of near-term error correction approaches in quantum simulation algorithms to the design of new application pipelines, for example in quantum materials simulation, quantum chemistry or nuclear physics.

Qualifications 

• Ph.D. degree in physics, computer science, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience,
• A strong background in quantum computing and/or quantum algorithms, including
  • expertise in quantum simulation applications, preferably in condensed matter physics, quantum materials, nuclear physics and/or quantum chemistry,
  • expertise in using and/or developing numerical simulation techniques of many-body systems and/or quantum circuits, for example using Pauli propagation, Clifford simulation, tensor networks (MPS, DMRG, etc.), exact diagonalisation, sparse matrix methods, density-functional theory, coupled-cluster + extensions, DMFT
  • experience in using quantum circuit programming and compilation, for example using Cirq, Qiskit, Tket, CUDA-Q
• An exceptional publication record in relevant fields,
• Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications 

• Knowledge of quantum error correction schemes and quantum simulation in the fault-tolerant era,
• Experience translating theoretical ideas and protocols to quantum computing hardware, and
• Experience working with or knowledge of neutral-atom quantum hardware,
• Experience in software engineering and high-performance computing.

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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