As quantum computers become accessible to customers, identifying the applications where quantum can deliver real value is increasingly important. You will join Equal1’s Quantum Algorithms team and contribute to the research and development of algorithms that make the best use of our quantum computers for customer use cases.
This role focuses on combinatorial and continuous optimisation problems. You will help develop novel quantum heuristics and approximation algorithms for specific domains, and assess where quantum approaches can offer an advantage over the best available classical methods.
The position requires a strong foundation in operations research, computational complexity, computer science and mathematics, along with a solid understanding of quantum algorithms. You will conduct independent research and collaborate closely with colleagues across the Algorithms and Theory teams to translate ideas into practical, customer-relevant solutions.
Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesDevelop new and implement existing quantum algorithms from the literature for compatibility with Equal1’s hardware platform.
Prepare research outputs for publication, conference presentation, and internal technical documentation.
Disseminate results and findings both internally and externally.
Supervise and mentor junior researchers, guiding their contributions to algorithmic projects.
Research, design, and implement new quantum algorithms, with emphasis on scalability and hardware efficiency.
Maintain continuous awareness of global developments in quantum algorithms, quantum information theory, and hybrid computation methods.
Lead internal seminars and contribute to cross-functional knowledge exchange.
A PhD in computer science, mathematics, physics, or quantum computing.
A strong track record of publications and effective collaboration in research teams.
4 years of experience working with algorithm research and 2 years of experience with quantum algorithms.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work at both the theoretical level and the practical level.
Good programming skills.
Experience Operations Research or optimisation techniques.
Experience in Quantum Computing or Quantum Physics.
Experience with algorithm complexity analysis and practical resource benchmarking.
Experience with HPC environments
Experience with quantum algorithm simulation.
Skills Required
- A PhD in computer science, mathematics, physics, or quantum computing
- 4 years of experience working with algorithm research
- 2 years of experience with quantum algorithms
- Good programming skills
What We Do
Equal1 Laboratories is accelerating the introduction of useful, cost effective quantum computers within a three-year time horizon. The company has developed a disruptive, scalable and cost-effective quantum computing technology, based on a commercially available silicon semiconductor process. Our solution uses nanometer-scale quantum dots to form qubits on a standard silicon CMOS process. Along with silicon qubits, we have integrated all functions required for a quantum processing unit (QPU) – the brain of the quantum computer – which operates at 3 kelvin with over 10 million transistors. This is the first integrated quantum processing unit of its kind. The company’s server-sized demonstrator, called Alice, uses the second generation, fully functioning QPU. Alice uses our 424 quantum-dot-array structure to demonstrate early indications of the impact this technology can have on AI applications. Equal1 is developing its silicon-based quantum computer technology in collaboration with University College Dublin, with hardware development laboratories in Fremont, California and a silicon design center at NovaUCD in Dublin, Ireland
