Quantum Algorithm Director

Description Tyto Athene is seeking a Quantum Algorithm Director to lead the maturation and integration of quantum computing into the mission-critical operations of the U.S. Federal Government, DoD, IC, and National Security sectors. This role is designed for a high-level theorist with the entrepreneurial drive to build a practice from the ground up and deliver unbreakable resilience for missions in contested environments.You will be the architect of our quantum strategy, leading foundational research to enable a reliable NISQ-to-FTQC transition . You will bridge the gap between hard-core physics and practical application, establishing a full-stack quantum platform that serves the warfighter and the broader intelligence community. Responsibilities: Practice Leadership & Strategy: + Establish the Practice Vision: Set the strategic direction for the quantum practice, including the selection of key partners and the establishment of development teams and competencies. + Platform Selection: Establish precise criteria for selecting hardware providers and development environments based on specific use cases, navigating the rapid evolution of quantum hardware. + Build a Community of Practice: Foster innovation by encouraging hackathons and challenges while managing the promotion of quantum solutions to production environments. + Thought Leadership: Publish research aligned with Department of War (DoW) objectives to maintain thought leadership and drive OTA and prime award wins. Technical Execution & Engineering: + Algorithm Design: Design fault-tolerant algorithms that support hybrid classical-quantum workflows, ensuring seamless co-existence with legacy stacks. + Stability Modeling: Model qubit stability and develop critical error correction codes, such as surface codes, for both sensing and compute applications. + Talent Upskilling: Build a development practice by mentoring and upskilling traditional classical application engineering talent to practically exploit quantum platforms. + IP & Collaboration: Partner with

Created: 2026-04-06