Quantum Specialist, Data Science

Job Summary We are looking to expand our in-house quantum computing capabilities within the Data Science & Innovation team at Standard Chartered. We are looking for someone with a curious mind and experience with classical and quantum machine learning methods to contribute to our diverse and international team. The role responsibilities Are As Follows Develop and execute innovative quantum machine learning techniques to solve a range of financial services use cases. Work with universities / research organisations on collaborative engagements that create patentable deliverables for the bank. Work with governments and regulators in our footprint markets to lead the financial services industry in the journey to quantum advantage. Understand and apply state of the art GenAI techniques to address business challenges Translate AI concepts into practical code examples and provide accessible sample workbooks for wider team use Seek and acquire new AI knowledge and share with the rest of SCB data science community Looking for candidates who are intellectually curious, analytical and willing to learn, with a STEM background in mathematics, engineering, the physical sciences or data science in the form of PhD or MS. Hands-on experience in quantum computing and machine learning is highly desirable Responsibilities Strategy Awareness and understanding of Standard Chartered's innovation strategy and Here for Good promise. Business Awareness and understanding of Standard Chartered's global footprint and business. Processes Awareness and understanding of CIB and CIB PLATFORMS's organisational structure. People & Talent Proactive participation in making CIB PLATFORMS a diverse and inclusive environment for all colleagues. Risk Management Awareness and understanding of IT risk and data privacy restrictions Governance Awareness and understanding of SC IT standards Regulatory & Business Conduct Display exemplary conduct and live by the Group's Values and Code of Conduct. Take personal responsibility for embedding the highest standards of ethics, including regulatory and business conduct, across Standard Chartered Bank. This includes understanding and ensuring compliance with, in letter and spirit, all applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and the Group Code of Conduct. Effectively and collaboratively identify, escalate, mitigate and resolve risk, conduct and compliance matters. Key Stakeholders Global Head of Platforms and Partnerships; CIB CDO Our Ideal Candidate Education - STEM background in mathematics, engineering, the physical sciences or data science in the form of PhD or MS in Quantum Computing. Advanced education in Quantum computing and/or Quantum machine learning, preferably with a PhD. 3 + Years of experience in Predictive models and Quantum machine learning algorithms. Experience with quantum circuit optimisation methods and tools. Natural Language Processing (NLP). Financial mathematics Role Specific Technical Competencies Machine Learning Financial Markets / Transaction Banking Statistics Gate Model Quantum Computing Genetic Algorithms Generative AI Models Cloud Environments About Standard Chartered We're an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 170 years, we've worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before. If you're looking for a career with purpose and you want to work for a bank making a difference, we want to hear from you. You can count on us to celebrate your unique talents and we can't wait to see the talents you can bring us. Our purpose, to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, together with our brand promise, to be here for good are achieved by how we each live our valued behaviours. When you work with us, you'll see how we value difference and advocate inclusion. Together We Do the right thing and are assertive, challenge one another, and live with integrity, while putting the client at the heart of what we do Never settle, continuously striving to improve and innovate, keeping things simple and learning from doing well, and not so well Are better together, we can be ourselves, be inclusive, see more good in others, and work collectively to build for the long term