Commercial Project Lead, Quantum Algorithms
London or Cambridge
Science & Technology – Quantum Software /
Full-time /
Hybrid
This position is embedded in a team of world-class researchers focusing on quantum algorithms for both near term and future application, such as combinatorial optimization and Monte Carlo sampling, working in partnership with our clients who are some of the global leaders in the financial, manufacturing, chemical, pharma, energy and logistics industries.
As the Commercial Project Lead, Quantum Algorithms you will report directly into the division head, taking responsibility for managing and executing various research and commercial initiatives. You will shape and drive projects through their full lifecycle, working closely with business development, marketing, finance and legal teams.
Responsibilities:
- Determining and implementing the overall commercial strategy for the Quantum Algorithms group.
- Defining statements of work that include project scope, resource requirements, goals and deliverables by working closely with clients and the relevant operational and scientific teams.
- Lead delivery of multiple scientific projects, efficiently utilising tools for the tracking and management of project tasks, activities and milestones.
- Lead project meetings and workshops, ensuring that clear, concise agendas are set and followed, with actions recorded and followed up.
- Planning, controlling and executing projects including risk management, change control processes and documentation.
- Working with other project managers to improve processes and methodologies used across the organisation.
- Organising and gathering information from across the business, giving recommendations to the scientific team.
Essential:
- MSc or Ph.D. in Data Science, Machine Learning, Physics, Mathematics or a related discipline
- Previous experience in a scientific project management environment, this could also be part of Ph.D. research.
What we value:
- 8+ years previous experience in a client facing/liaison role.
- Experience or interest in Data Science and Quantum Computing.
- Experience of writing proposals and project plans.
- Comfortable with using remote collaboration tools and digital project management software. (e.g. Zoom, Slack, Trello, Jira, Confluence or similar software)
- Excellent communicator in written and verbal form, both technical and non-technical.
- Problem solver / get things done attitude.
What is in it for you?
Working alongside a highly talented team, with leading names in the quantum computing industry. We offer a highly competitive package, equity, 28 days of paid holiday (in addition to public holidays), a workplace pension, a positive approach to flexible working and enhanced parental and adoption benefits.
About Us:
Science Led, Enterprise Driven – Accelerating Quantum Computing
Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum’s technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents.
We unite best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware to accelerate quantum computing. With integrated full-stack technology, our world-class team is rapidly scaling quantum computing. We’re hiring the world’s best talent to make it happen. Join us!
Quantinuum recently secured $300m in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news
Please note that employment with us is subject to successfully passing our pre-employment screening checks. We are an inclusive equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.
