Senior Consultant - Quantum Engineering

• Create cross-Pod capability, in particular that which lies at the intersection of quantum and cybersecurity with a focus on post-quantum encryption and quantum cryptography.
• Lead and deliver on proofs-of-concept - both internal Endava POCs to demonstrate capability, and client POCs to demonstrate quantum advantage - across industries such as logistics, finance, healthcare, telco and beyond.
• Serve as a subject matter expert, advising clients on quantum strategies and helping them identify high-value opportunities aligned with their business goals.
• Deliver high quality quantum consulting engagements, contributing to all stages from client onboarding to implementation.
• Support pre-sales and early client engagement efforts by shaping proposals, scoping quantum opportunities and contributing to solution architecture.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of client needs and design tailored quantum computing solutions.
• Develop quantum, or hybrid quantum-classical, software or applications for clients, as a lead member of a broader delivery team.
• Design, implement and optimize quantum algorithms for real-world challenges across industries.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quantum technologies into existing client infrastructures.
• Stay abreast of quantum computing advancements - across hardware, software, and regulation - and translate key trends into practical insights for clients and colleagues.
• Evangelize quantum within Endava, helping teams across regions and industries understand the value and potential of quantum computing, and how to spot opportunities.
• Support upskilling efforts through coaching, mentoring and creating reusable resources to build internal quantum capability.
• Present complex quantum concepts and project outcomes to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Travel to client sites as needed to provide on-site consultation and support.

• Masters degree or higher in Quantum Engineering, Quantum Information Science, Physics or a closely related field
• 3-8 years of experience in quantum computing, cybersecurity or a related field, ideally with exposure to both industry and research environments
• Advanced knowledge of quantum mechanics and quantum computing principles
• Proficiency in quantum programming languages such as Qiskit, Cirq, or Q#
• Proficiency in quantum algorithms, quantum error correction, and fault-tolerant quantum computing
• Cybersecurity awareness, especially around threat modeling, encryption standards, and quantum-safe protocols
• Experience in quantum software development and optimization
• In-depth understanding of quantum hardware architectures and their limitations
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills with excellent problem-solving abilities
• Experience delivering solutions as part of multi-disciplinary teams, ideally in a consulting or client-facing environment.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex quantum concepts to diverse audiences
• A collaborative spirit, a growth mindset, and curiosity about solving problems in new ways.
• Bonus points for: Industry certifications (e.g. IBM Quantum Developer Certification), experience with post-quantum encryption standards (e.g. NIST's ML-KEM).
• Willingness to travel for client engagements as required

• Finance: Competitive salary package, share plan, company performance bonuses, value-based recognition awards, referral bonus;
• Career Development: Career coaching, global career opportunities, non-linear career paths, internal development programmes for management and technical leadership;
• Learning Opportunities: Complex projects, rotations, internal tech communities, training, certifications, coaching, online learning platforms subscriptions, pass-it-on sessions, workshops, conferences;
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work and flexible working hours, employee assistance programme;
• Health: Global internal wellbeing programme, access to wellbeing apps;
• Community: Global internal tech communities, hobby clubs and interest groups, inclusion and diversity programmes, events and celebrations.

• Participation in both internal meetings and external meetings via video calls, as necessary.
• Ability to go into corporate or client offices to work onsite, as necessary.
• Prolonged periods of remaining stationary at a desk and working on a computer, as necessary.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead, as necessary.
• Hand-eye coordination necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment, as necessary.
• Vision abilities including close vision, toleration of fluorescent lighting, and adjusting focus, as necessary.
• For positions that require business travel and/or event attendance, ability to lift 25 lbs, as necessary.
• For positions that require business travel and/or event attendance, a valid driver's license, as necessary.

• Robust healthcare and benefits including Medical, Dental, vision, Disability coverage, and various other benefit options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Transit, and Dependent Care)
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and AD&D Coverages
• Health Savings account paired with our low-cost High Deductible Medical Plan
• 401(k) Safe Harbor Retirement plan with employer match with immediately vest

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