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# Quantum Algorithm Scientist

- **Company:** Universal Quantum
- **Location:** Hamburg, Germany
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Algorithm Design, Python (Programming Language)
- **Published:** July 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5591358054

## About the Role

1. Experience with developing and modifying quantum algorithms.
 2. Experience of matching classical problems to known quantum algorithms.
 3. Working knowledge of benchmarking procedures.
 4. Ability to perform simulation and modelling to inform experiments.

Must-have:

 * PhD or equivalent experience.

 * 5+ years (degree-inclusive) experience involving quantum algorithm development and research.

 * Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results in field of research.

 * Strong organizational skills, and experience working and negotiating with customers and partners.

Nice-to-have:

 * Knowledge of quantum error correction

 * Knowledge of tools such as Qiskit, Stim

 * Proficient in Python.



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