Jr. Quantum Simulation Engineer

Location: Remote — Nationwide (USA)

Our confidential client is pushing the boundaries of computational chemistry and materials discovery, using multi-scale quantum simulations to accelerate breakthroughs in energy storage, advanced catalysts, and life-science applications. As a Jr. Quantum Simulation Engineer, you will turn cutting-edge research into reproducible code and data, working shoulder-to-shoulder with world-class scientists in an all-remote, fast-moving start-up environment. Your work will directly influence next-generation products that lengthen healthspan, elevate performance, and connect biological and digital intelligence.

This Role Offers

• Competitive base salary, early-stage equity, and performance bonuses
• 100 percent remote schedule with flexible hours and fully funded home-office setup
• Direct collaboration with PhD-level leaders and visibility into strategic road-mapping
•  A mission-driven culture that values openness, scientific rigor, and rapid iteration
• Clear advancement paths into senior engineering and scientific leadership

Key Focus Areas

• Translate peer-reviewed literature on batteries, catalysts, and other quantum materials into well-structured simulation parameters and models
• Build and execute end-to-end workflows spanning first-principles (e.g., DFT), molecular dynamics, and device-level physics
• Package results into annotated, shareable datasets and visualization notebooks to enable rapid model validation
• Contribute production-ready Python modules, CI pipelines, and version-controlled repositories that meet reproducibility standards
• Partner with cross-functional scientists and product managers to prioritize feature development and roadmap milestones

Skill Set & Qualifications

• 1–3 years of post-academic experience in materials science, chemical engineering, physics, or related discipline
• Hands-on exposure to first-principles tools (VASP, Quantum ESPRESSO), MD engines (LAMMPS, GROMACS), and continuum/device modeling frameworks
• Proficiency in Python for scientific computing, data analysis, and workflow automation
• Comfort with Linux and HPC or cloud-based clusters; experience with Git and modern CI/CD practices
• Demonstrated ability to reproduce published simulation results and clearly communicate insights to domain experts and non-technical stakeholders
• Bonus: familiarity with quantum-computing SDKs (Qiskit, PennyLane) or large-scale data-management systems

Compensation & Benefits

• Market-competitive salary aligned with experience and geography
• Equity at a significant early-stage multiplier
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO plus companywide recharge days

Take the next step toward shaping the future of quantum-powered materials discovery. Apply today to learn how your expertise can advance humanity’s next leap forward.

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