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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Quantum Software Engineer - QEC - **Company:** Infleqtion - **Location:** Kidlington, UK - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Fault Tolerance, Machine Learning, Quantum Computing, Scientific Computating, Information Technology - **Published:** July 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/software-engineer/infleqtion-job107685838 ## About the Role * PhD in theoretical physics, mathematics, computer science, or another field closely related to quantum information science * 2+ years of postdoctoral experience (or industry equivalent) in QEC is highly preferred * Experience in tailoring error-correcting codes for quantum computing devices, and bridging the gap between theory and experiment * Strong scientific publication record * Proficient in scientific computing * Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with all levels of an organization; Professional-level communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation skills * Demonstrated ability to work comfortably in a highly collaborative, cross-functional, team-oriented, and matrixed environment * Desire and demonstrated ability to thrive and produce results in a fluid, dynamic, and fast-paced environment * Demonstrated ability to learn new and complex topics quickly * Resourceful problem-solver who collaboratively identifies effective paths forward with demonstrated expertise in executing productization efforts Passion for solving complex problems and challenges in a highly technical and scientific environment Desirable Skills or Knowledge * Experience with machine learning based decoder algorithms * Experience collaborating with hardware engineers to develop decoder technology * Familiarity with neutral atom-based hardware, gatesets, noise models etc. ## Description Infleqtion is seeking a Quantum Error Correction Specialist to design, analyse, and implement fault-tolerant architectures that enable scalable, high-fidelity quantum computation. In this role, you will develop and evaluate error-correcting codes, decoding algorithms, and fault-tolerant gate constructions tailored to our hardware platforms, translating theoretical QEC frameworks into experimentally realizable protocols. You will work closely with hardware, control, and compiler teams to model noise processes, optimize syndrome extraction and decoding performance, and define logical performance metrics that inform system design. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in quantum information theory and fault tolerance, strong analytical and simulation skills, and the ability to bridge theory and implementation to advance the reliability and scalability of next-generation quantum systems., The duties and responsibilities outlined below include essential functions of the role. Depending on business needs, this role may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time. * Identify and pursue research that advances the understanding of QEC theory, techniques, and implementation in experimental quantum computing devices * Develop and optimize QEC protocols tailored to experimental gate-based quantum computing devices, with a primary focus on neutral atom platforms * Use mathematical models and numerical simulations to analyse the behaviour and performance of QEC protocols * Develop and implement custom QEC decoders * Contribute to the identification and mitigation of noise processes in quantum systems * Collaborate with experimental physicists and software engineers to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical implementation * Communicate and interpret cutting-edge research in both theory and experiment with colleagues * Engage with the broader scientific community by publishing research findings in scientific journals and presenting at conferences * Stay up to date with the latest developments in QEC and related field * Provide guidance and support to other team members, fostering a collaborative research environment ## Related Videos - [Quantum Computing - The tiny and the big challenges](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/934-quantum-computing-the-tiny-and-the-big-challenges) - [Quantum Computing - How Does It Work, How Will it Affect Us and When?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100293-quantum-computing-how-does-it-work-how-will-it-affect-us-and-when) - [Introduction to Azure Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/368-introduction-to-azure-machine-learning) - [System Resilience: Surviving the Software Storm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/874-system-resilience-surviving-the-software-storm) - [Quantum computing for developers: Solving optimization problems with Qiskit](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/777-quantum-computing-for-developers-solving-optimization-problems-with-qiskit) - [Schroedinger's cat: Thinking in- and outside the box of quantum mechanics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/216-schroedinger-s-cat-thinking-in-and-outside-the-box-of-quantum-mechanics) ## Related Articles - [The Fastest-Growing Tech Sectors to Look Out for in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/373-the-fastest-growing-tech-sectors-to-look-out-for-in-2025) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)