Skills and interests for this career
Interests:
ScienceTechnology and engineering
Qualities:
CreativeLogicalTenacious
Chosen career:
Algorithm engineer
Description
A quantum algorithm engineer develops algorithms specifically for quantum computers, trying to demonstrate quantum advantage for important use cases. These include optimisation, machine learning, mathematical calculations, physical simulations and more.
Routes
A degree in maths, physics, computer science or engineering, typically followed by a postgraduate degree (master’s or PhD), or industrial internship.
Example UK Employers
Phasecraft, Riverlane, IBM, Quantinuum