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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Quantum Algorithm Developer - **Company:** Quantum Sky Engineering Llc - **Location:** Reston, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Algorithm Design, Nvidia CUDA, Fault Tolerance, General-Purpose Computing on Graphics Processing Units, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Qt Modeling Language (QML), Quantum Computing, Software Engineering, Software Systems, High Performance Computing, Information Technology, Optimization Algorithms, Free and Open-Source Software - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9115727/senior-quantum-algorithm-developer ## About the Role * PhD or Master's degree in Quantum Physics, Quantum Information Science, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related technical field. * 5-8+ years of experience developing quantum algorithms or quantum software. * Experience developing quantum or hybrid classical-quantum algorithms targeting practical use cases. * Proficiency with one or more quantum development frameworks such as: * Qiskit * PennyLane * Cirq * CUDA-Q * Amazon Braket Experience programming in Python. Understanding of quantum computing fundamentals, including: * Quantum circuits * Quantum gates * Quantum optimization * Quantum emulation * Variational algorithms Familiarity with NISQ-era devices and techniques for error mitigation or quantum error correction. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a security clearance due to federal-facing programs. Desired: * Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance. * Experience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, DOE, AFRL, DARPA, or other federal research organizations. * Experience with quantum optimization (QUBOs), QAOA, VQE, or quantum machine learning. * Familiarity with high-performance computing (HPC), GPU computing, or hybrid computing architectures. * Publications, patents, or open-source contributions related to quantum computing. * Experience working in Agile software development environments. ## Description Key Responsibilities: Adapt existing quantum algorithm development techniques to mission-specific use cases; lead technical workstreams; design, implement, and optimize quantum algorithms for NISQ and FTQC architectures; mentor junior developers; contribute to technical publications, patent filings, and proposal efforts; and help curate and evolve the quantum algorithm curriculum for Quantum Sky's Quantum Community of Practice, supporting internal knowledge sharing and technical development. Quantum Algorithm Development * Design, develop, and optimize quantum and hybrid classical-quantum algorithms for mission-relevant applications. * Implement quantum algorithms using leading quantum software development frameworks and hardware platforms. * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate quantum solutions into broader software and mission architectures. * Develop and evaluate Quantum Approximate Optimization Algorithms (QAOA), Variational Quantum Eigensolvers (VQE), Quantum Machine Learning (QML), Quantum Fourier Transform (QFT), Grover's Search, and other quantum algorithms as appropriate for mission requirements. * Contribute to the development of fault-tolerant algorithms that support hybrid classical-quantum workflows. Research & Technical Innovation * Research emerging quantum algorithms, architectures, and development frameworks. * Evaluate new quantum hardware and software capabilities to determine applicability to customer use cases. * Model qubit performance and contribute to error mitigation and quantum error correction efforts. * Prototype and benchmark quantum solutions across multiple quantum computing platforms. Collaboration * Work closely with software engineers, mathematicians, physicists, and government stakeholders to translate mission requirements into quantum solutions. * Participate in technical reviews, proof-of-concept demonstrations, and customer engagements. * Document designs, research findings, and implementation approaches. * Contribute to internal innovation initiatives, technical papers, and proposal efforts. ## Related Videos - [Coffee with Developers - Stephen Jones - NVIDIA](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1303-coffee-with-developers-stephen-jones-nvidia) - [Quantum DevOps - Quantum Application Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1441-quantum-devops-quantum-application-development) - [How Regex Works: The Secret Sauce Behind Pattern Matching](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1212-how-regex-works-the-secret-sauce-behind-pattern-matching) - [System Resilience: Surviving the Software Storm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/874-system-resilience-surviving-the-software-storm) - [Eclipse Qrisp: Next Generation of Quantum Algorithm Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1155-eclipse-qrisp-next-generation-of-quantum-algorithm-development) - [The weekly developer show: Boosting Python with CUDA, CSS Updates & Navigating New Tech Stacks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1293-the-weekly-developer-show-boosting-python-with-cuda-css-updates-navigating-new-tech-stacks) ## Related Articles - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [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) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)