Senior Consultant - Quantum Engineering

Company Description

Technology is our how. And people are our why. For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change. By combining world-class engineering, industry expertise and a people-centric mindset, we consult and partner with leading brands from various industries to create dynamic platforms and intelligent digital experiences that drive innovation and transform businesses. From prototype to real-world impact - be part of a global shift by doing work that matters.

Job Description

Quantum computing is entering a new era of relevance and real-world impact. At Endava, we’re not building quantum computers – we’re building quantum capability. Through our Dava.X Quantum Pod, we help organizations explore, evaluate, and implement quantum technologies that solve real-world challenges and future-proof their operations.

We are looking for a Senior Consultant – Quantum Engineering to join this pioneering team. Reporting to the Global Head of Innovation & Quantum, this is an exciting opportunity for someone with deep technical expertise and a strong consulting mindset to help shape the quantum future across industries. You will help develop our cutting-edge quantum computing and cybersecurity capabilities, provide expert advice to clients, and deliver quantum solutions across various industries. You’ll work across emerging domains like optimization, post-quantum security, and hybrid quantum-classical systems – all while collaborating with leading technology providers and our global clients.

This is a growth role. You will be instrumental in delivering value out of both the Quantum and Cybersecurity Pods, and carving out new pathways. It’s your chance to help build something bold, from the ground up. We’re not just exploring what’s possible – we’re helping define what’s next.

• 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.

Qualifications

• Master’s 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, with exposure to both industry and research or applied environments (industry, government, startups, or R&D).
• Well-rounded across multiple technologies—for example, quantum computing, AI/ML, cryptography, and cloud engineering—with the ability to apply quantum thinking to real-world problems.
• Strong foundation in quantum mechanics and quantum computing principles, including algorithms (QAOA, VQE, QUBO), error correction, and fault tolerance.
• Hands-on experience with quantum software development and optimization, coding in one or more platforms such as Qiskit, Cirq, Q#, or PennyLane, and familiarity with quantum hardware architectures and their limitations.
• Awareness of cybersecurity, particularly around threat modeling, encryption standards, and quantum-safe protocols.
• Understanding of when to apply quantum approaches versus classical or AI methods.
• Skilled at bridging research and applied delivery, with experience in technical enablement and education.
• Comfortable leading both non-technical client conversations and technical discussions on quantum infrastructure and education.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams, ideally in consulting or client-facing environments.
• Polite, flexible, collaborative, and self-driven, with a growth mindset and curiosity about solving problems in new ways.
• Willing to travel (~25%) and engage directly with clients; valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to pivot into AI/ML or advanced computing leadership roles as demand evolves.

Additional Information

Discover some of the global benefits that empower our people to become the best version of themselves:

• 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.

Additional Employee Requirements

• 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 and acceptable driving record are required, as driving is an essential job function.

*If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees requiring accommodations to perform the essential functions of their jobs, absent undue hardship.

USA Benefits (Full time roles only, does not apply to contractor positions)

• 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

At Endava, we’re committed to creating an open, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—because we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter, more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.