Requirements
Requires an MSc or PhD in Combinatorial Optimization, Quantum Computing, or a related field with at least 3 years of experience. Must have proven experience in combinatorial optimization and quantum computing, including understanding of quantum algorithms and hardware. Strong programming skills in Python with good software engineering practices are essential, along with experience in algorithm evaluation and benchmarking.
Description
We are looking for a Mid-Senior Application Engineer in Quantum Optimization with background in Operations Research and/or in Quantum Computing to strengthen our team.What you'll do :Execute quantum optimization-related client projects from early technical discussions and problem framing to project delivery.Support the Commercial team on the execution of feasibility studies and on the definition the state of work for future client projectsTranslate real-world problems into optimization formulations and evaluate solution strategies using a mix of analytical reasoning and numerical experimentation.Investigate and synthesize the state of the art (academic and industrial literature) to identify relevant directions, assess feasibility, and propose impactful research paths.Develop and scale quantum optimization solutions for clients use cases on Pasqal quantum processors. Also, improve and extend existing use cases;Design and run benchmarking and feasibility studies, including assessing the limitations of classical approaches and identifying realistic pathways toward quantum utility.Develop solutions and experiment pipelines in close collaboration with the software engineering team, using emulation backends locally and on HPC when relevant.Work hardware-aware: investigate realistic implementations on neutral-atom hardware (mainly using analog paradigms)Define blueprints of quantum utility for clients use-cases and collaborate closely with R&D hardware teams to bring them to fruition.Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (Engineering, R&D, academic and industrial partners, and clients) throughout all phases of projects, ensuring alignment on technical scope, success criteria, and deliverables.Support team-wide execution and knowledge sharing, including helping on code/components outside your direct ownership when needed and contributing to ongoing scientific watch activities.About YouWith a MSc or PhD in Combinatorial Optimization, Quantum Computing or in a related field with at least 3 years of experience in a similar role, you have most of the following assets:Proven experience in combinatorial optimization: familiar with classical problems, linear programming, constrained programming, heuristics, metaheuristics, complexity theory, graph theoryProven experience in quantum computing: understanding of quantum algorithms, Hamiltonian-based optimization, Ising formulations, adiabatic and variational approaches, noise mechanisms, state preparation errors, measurement statistics, and hardware constraints of neutral-atom QPUs;Methodological: ability to connect theoretical concepts with practical applications on current and future quantum hardwareDelivery mindset: ability to explore, prototype, benchmark, and iterate on new approaches. Write clear technical reportsProgramming skills (Python): good software engineering practices such as version control, testing, and documentationSolid experience on algorithm evaluation & benchmarking: experiment design, reproducibility, performance analysisAble to collaborate with Engineering and R&D teams across different disciplinesProject ownership : execute projects end-to-end, respecting milestones and and managing risksClient-facing skills: relationship skills for interacting with clients and partnersWhat We OfferContract type: Permanent contract based in Saudi ArabiaA dynamic and close-knit international teamA key role in a fast-growing start-upTime allocated for training and attending conferences and meetupsProcess de recrutementA 30-minute interview with our talent acquisition teamA conversation with Wesley, the hiring managerA technical assessmentMeet the team in the officeJob offer!Pasqal est un employeur garantissant légalité des chances. Nous nous engageons à créer un lieu de travail diversifié et inclusif, car l'inclusion et la diversité sont essentielles à la réalisation de notre mission. Nous encourageons les candidatures de tous les candidats qualifiés, quels que soient leur sexe, leur race, leur origine ethnique, leur âge, leur religion ou leur orientation sexuelle.Join Pasqal and be part of something extraordinary.By joining Pasqal, you'll have the opportunity to play an active role in the rapid growth of a pioneering DeepTech scale-up at the forefront of the second quantum revolution.You'll be directly involved in one of the greatest technological challenges of our time—one that is set to shape the technological landscape of the 21st century.Working alongside world-class scientists and engineers, you'll compete head-to-head with leading global players while pushing the boundaries of quantum innovation.