Research Software Developer (KTP) Associate (243730)
 

Salary Range: Up to £36k p.a. plus £4k development budget
FTE: 1 (35 hours/week)
Term: Fixed Term (24 months)
Closing Date: Sunday 6 October 2019

The Department of Computer and Information Sciences in partnership with Cambridge Quantum Computing (www.cambridgequantum.com) are seeking to appoint a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate in the area of quantum computing, with a focus on dependently typed programming languages for quantum computers. Established in 2014, Cambridge Quantum Computing (CQC) is a world leading independent quantum computing software company. CQC design solutions that benefit from quantum computing even in its earliest forms and allow the most effective access to these solutions for the widest variety of corporate and government users.

CQC combines expertise in the product areas of quantum software, specifically a quantum compiler t|ket⟩, enterprise applications in the area of quantum chemistry, quantum machine learning (“QML”), and quantum encryption.The successful applicant will join one of the most exciting young companies in the world with the potential to dominate innovation across all aspects of the economy and society. Based in CQC’s office in Cambridge and supported by the academic team at the University of Strathclyde, the KTP Associate will design and implement an advanced programming language for quantum computers. The associate will work closely with CQC’s compiler and application teams to ensure that the language is appropriate for current quantum hardware, and meets the needs of its eventual end users.

To be a successful applicant, you will have a BSc Honours level degree qualification in Computer Science with relevant advanced classes in a suitable curriculum, such as in Advanced Functional Programming for example. You will have a strong mathematical background and will have experience in advanced aspects of functional programming. You will be a strong programmer with a mathematically rigorous approach and a sharp mental model of the semantics of your code.

Having an MSc or PhD in Computer Science or Software engineering is desirable but not essential for this role. You will need to have experience in at least one of the following; category theory, dependently typed programming, sub-structural logic, compiler construction or quantum computing. Having experience in more than one is highly desirable however aptitude and enthusiasm to learn these topics is fundamental.

The Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) programme aims to help businesses to improve their competitiveness and productivity through the better use of knowledge, technology and skills that reside within the UK knowledge base. Successful Knowledge Transfer Partnership projects are funded by UK Research and Innovation through Innovate UK and are part of the government’s Industrial Strategy. To find out how KTP works and the vital role you will play if you successfully secure a KTP Associate position please visit: www.ktpws.org.uk

This KTP programme aims to boost your personal and career development whilst giving you experience in the industry of quantum computing. In addition to the KTP core development training, you will have a dedicated training budget of £4,000 to further support your career development.

Formal interviews for this post will be held at Cambridge Quantum Computing in Cambridge and are provisionally scheduled for 14/10/2019. Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Dr Conor McBride, Reader (conor.mcbride@strath.ac.uk / 0141 548 3172).

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Faculty
Faculty of Science
Department/School
Computer and Information Sciences
Staff Category
Knowledge Exchange
Type of Employment
Fixed-term
Working Hours
Full-time
Vacancy Description
 
Salary Range: Up to £36k p.a. plus £4k development budget
FTE: 1 (35 hours/week)
Term: Fixed Term (24 months)
Closing Date: Sunday 6 October 2019

The Department of Computer and Information Sciences in partnership with Cambridge Quantum Computing (www.cambridgequantum.com) are seeking to appoint a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate in the area of quantum computing, with a focus on dependently typed programming languages for quantum computers. Established in 2014, Cambridge Quantum Computing (CQC) is a world leading independent quantum computing software company. CQC design solutions that benefit from quantum computing even in its earliest forms and allow the most effective access to these solutions for the widest variety of corporate and government users.

CQC combines expertise in the product areas of quantum software, specifically a quantum compiler t|ket⟩, enterprise applications in the area of quantum chemistry, quantum machine learning (“QML”), and quantum encryption.The successful applicant will join one of the most exciting young companies in the world with the potential to dominate innovation across all aspects of the economy and society. Based in CQC’s office in Cambridge and supported by the academic team at the University of Strathclyde, the KTP Associate will design and implement an advanced programming language for quantum computers. The associate will work closely with CQC’s compiler and application teams to ensure that the language is appropriate for current quantum hardware, and meets the needs of its eventual end users.

To be a successful applicant, you will have a BSc Honours level degree qualification in Computer Science with relevant advanced classes in a suitable curriculum, such as in Advanced Functional Programming for example. You will have a strong mathematical background and will have experience in advanced aspects of functional programming. You will be a strong programmer with a mathematically rigorous approach and a sharp mental model of the semantics of your code.

Having an MSc or PhD in Computer Science or Software engineering is desirable but not essential for this role. You will need to have experience in at least one of the following; category theory, dependently typed programming, sub-structural logic, compiler construction or quantum computing. Having experience in more than one is highly desirable however aptitude and enthusiasm to learn these topics is fundamental.

The Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) programme aims to help businesses to improve their competitiveness and productivity through the better use of knowledge, technology and skills that reside within the UK knowledge base. Successful Knowledge Transfer Partnership projects are funded by UK Research and Innovation through Innovate UK and are part of the government’s Industrial Strategy. To find out how KTP works and the vital role you will play if you successfully secure a KTP Associate position please visit: www.ktpws.org.uk

This KTP programme aims to boost your personal and career development whilst giving you experience in the industry of quantum computing. In addition to the KTP core development training, you will have a dedicated training budget of £4,000 to further support your career development.

Formal interviews for this post will be held at Cambridge Quantum Computing in Cambridge and are provisionally scheduled for 14/10/2019. Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Dr Conor McBride, Reader (conor.mcbride@strath.ac.uk / 0141 548 3172).

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