Software Engineer (Compilers)

Type: Full time
Posted: 10MO AGO

About the role

At Universal Quantum, we aim to make the world a better place by engineering the future of computing. Together, we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. Our machines will be capable of solving problems until now considered impossible, with applications ranging across a broad range of industries, including healthcare, materials and aerospace. We are seeking to hire a Software Engineer to develop software to operate our quantum processors. Passionate about helping create technologies which can change the world? We may be the right place for you, so get in touch!

What You’ll Accomplish:

Design, develop, integrate, and test software to operate quantum computing hardware

Work on use cases, analyse issues, investigate, create and communicate solutions, and lead development of components within our software stack

Benchmark, profile and optimise Quantum Computing processes, algorithms and software

Work with a multidisciplinary team of electronic engineers, physicists, hardware designers and software developers

Evaluate and document the systems you help design, build, and maintain

Take responsibility of major features within the Quantum Computing Software Stack

The 3 Most Critical Attributes We'll Use to Compare Candidates:

Solid programming experience in Rust, C, or C++
Experience in designing, developing, debugging, testing, maintaining, and profiling commercial-quality software
Collaborative team player with good communication skills

Must-have Skills:

5+ years of experience designing, developing, debugging, testing, maintaining, and profiling software using Rust, C, and C++

Experience in compiler development

Experience with algorithm development, verification and optimisation

Hands-on experience with a toolchain codebase, such as LLVM, GCC, or other open-source/commercial compiler and toolchain, or framework

Writing readable, high-integrity, efficient, and well-documented code

Familiarity with Git and experience with collaborative design and development, and code reviews

Pragmatic approach to decision-making and design choices

Previous experience in start-ups or dynamic work environments

Nice-to-have Skills:

Experience with Python

Experience with databases (SQL, time series)

Knowledge of Quantum Computing concepts

Experience with Qiskit

Bachelor’s/master's degree in computer science, Electronic Engineering or a related discipline

Please feel encouraged to apply even if you don't match all the requirements of our job description. We would love to receive your application even if you think you're only a partial match.

Competitive salary
Meaningful equity participation
Flexible holiday allowance (28 days minimum)
Flexible working
10% matching pension
Generous parental support policy
Private health / dental insurance & group life insurance
£2,000 annual personal development budget
Relocation support

We are committed to nurturing diversity and inclusion At Universal Quantum, we’re passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, and we hold ourselves accountable through continuous improvement, transparency, and the way we design our hiring and working practices. We welcome team members from all backgrounds and actively work to ensure everyone can flourish.

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