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Lead Software Engineer, Compilers & Language DesignTBD

Malibu, CA 90265

Posted: 06/11/2025 Job Number: 74775 Pay Rate: $205K-262K Annually

Job Description


Lead Software Engineer – Compilers & Language Design
Location: [Confidential]
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
We are partnering with a top-tier technology organization to find an exceptional Lead Software Engineer to drive compiler and programming language development for a cutting-edge quantum software stack. This role offers a rare opportunity to work on high-impact software.

Position Overview
As a Principal Software Engineer on the Quantum Programming team, you will be a key architect and contributor to the organization’s project. You’ll lead the development of high-performance compilers written in Lisp, contributing both to core infrastructure and new feature sets. This role combines deep technical development with strategic leadership and mentorship.
Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate on the evolution of an optimizing compiler for a domain-specific quantum programming language.
  • Lead and guide best practices for coding, reviews, testing, and continuous integration.
  • Contribute to long-term technical direction, ensuring scalability and performance of the compiler stack.
  • Mentor junior team members, participate in design discussions, and provide technical leadership in architecture and development decisions.

Required Skills & Experience
  • Strong understanding of operating system fundamentals, runtime environments, and compiler construction.
  • Demonstrated experience in implementing a non-trivial programming language or compiler.
  • Advanced software development skills with proficiency in Git-based workflows and full development lifecycle.
  • Proficiency in multiple programming paradigms—especially functional and logic programming.
  • Expert-level knowledge in Lisp and working familiarity with Python.
  • Solid background in scientific and numerical computing.
  • Ability to review complex codebases and provide insightful technical mentorship.

Education & Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent industry experience).
  • Advanced degrees or specialized training in programming languages, or compiler design are highly valued.

Additional Requirements
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an Active DOD Secret Clearance


Why This Role?
Join a pioneering team building the core technologies that will define the next era of computing. You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where innovation thrives—and where your contributions to compiler design and language architecture will directly support one of the most exciting advances in modern science.
EEO Statement Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status or characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

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