Advanced Compiler Engineer (Quantum Software)

Location: Cambridge, UK; hybrid workplace

Company

hirify.global develops a full-stack quantum computing platform for real-world applications across pharmaceuticals, materials science, financial services, government, industrial sectors, and academic and research institutions.

What you will do

• Maintain and contribute to a Rust-based compiler codebase.
• Develop and apply optimization methods for quantum-classical programs.
• Design and implement features for quantum programming languages, including contributions to Guppy.
• Help shape the next generation of the TKET quantum compiler across research, design, programming, and testing.
• Collaborate with research and engineering stakeholders and communicate technical ideas clearly.

Requirements

• Software development experience, preferably with Rust or Python.
• Broad knowledge of programming languages, programming paradigms, and compiler concepts.
• Ability to work collaboratively, write clean and maintainable code, and communicate technical ideas clearly.
• Familiarity with version control, issue tracking, debuggers, profilers, and testing frameworks.
• A 2:1 or higher degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Ability to read and implement ideas from technical research materials.

Nice to have

• Experience designing classical compilers and programming languages.
• Knowledge of quantum computing, quantum algorithms, or programming quantum systems.
• Experience with compiler frameworks such as LLVM or MLIR.
• Familiarity with formal methods, type theory, or program verification tools.
• Background in large software system architecture and design.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment with flexible work arrangements and a focus on work-life balance.
• 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Employer pension contribution of 4%, life insurance, income protection, and private medical and dental insurance through Bupa.
• Paid parental leave, cycle-to-work scheme, eye-care contribution, and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Work alongside a global team of more than 800 scientists, engineers, and researchers.