Quantum Computing Visiting Fellow Fully Funded Research
A leading quantum algorithms company in the UK is offering a fully funded fellowship for researchers in quantum computing. The position allows fellows to conduct research as part of the team, collaborate on projects, and participate in seminars. Applicants are expected to have a PhD and a proven track record in relevant fields. This is an excellent opportunity for those...
Phasecraft
Bristol
Senior Quantum Error Correction Researcher
Description Senior Quantum Error Correction Researcher Cambridge, UK | Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid £72,000 to £140,000 (DOE) + Bonus + Benefits The salary range for this role is broad, as we are able to consider varying levels of experience. Any offer made will carefully take into account level of experience (including relevant industry experience), transferable relevant skills and previous...
We are searching for Strategic Account Executive to join our team in Japan. In this pivotal role, you'll drive business growth, forge impactful relationships, and champion the adoption of ground‑breaking quantum computing solutions. This is your chance to work with cutting‑edge technology while collaborating with government bodies, academic institutions, and major enterprises. You will focused on selling quantum computing hardware,...
Quantinuum
London
Insight specialist for computing /AI / photonic
About Huawei Research and Development UK Limited Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have 207,000 employees and operate in over 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world. Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and...
Huawei Technologies Research & Development (UK) Ltd
Cambridge
Quantum Computing Research Lead
A premier research institution in the UK is looking for a Research Officer to enhance the nation’s quantum computing capabilities. The role involves project management, communication across technical teams, and supporting research functions. Candidates should possess strong project management skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience in a scientific or technical environment. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive...
National Quantum Computing Centre
Oxfordshire
Senior Quantum Computing & ML Scientist
A leading research and technology organization in the UK is seeking a Higher/Senior Scientist specializing in Quantum Computing and Machine Learning. This role involves developing algorithms, collaborating with leading institutions, and contributing to a national quantum computing initiative. Ideal candidates will possess a Ph.D. in a relevant field and expertise in software development for quantum applications. The organization values diversity...
Quantum computing is one of the fastest-evolving fields in technology, blending physics, mathematics, computer science and engineering. Roles in this space — from Quantum Algorithm Developer and Quantum Software Engineer to Quantum Research Scientist and Quantum Hardware Specialist — are highly sought after, and hiring managers are exceptionally selective.
Because quantum computing is complex and multidisciplinary, recruiters and hiring managers look for clear, concrete evidence of relevant expertise and impact right at the start of your application. They often decide whether to read your CV in detail within the first 10–20 seconds, based on a handful of high-value signals.
This guide breaks down exactly what hiring managers look for first in quantum computing applications, how they assess CVs and portfolios, and what you can do to optimise your application to get noticed in the UK quantum job market.
If you’re looking for Riverlane jobs in quantum computing, you’re aiming at one of the most important layers in the quantum stack: quantum error correction (QEC). In simple terms, Riverlane focuses on the software, methods & tooling that help quantum computers produce reliable results despite noise. That matters because as quantum hardware scales, the ability to correct errors becomes the difference between “interesting experiments” and “useful quantum computing”.
This guide is written for UK job seekers who want to understand:
what Riverlane does (in job-seeker language)
the roles they hire for
the skills that map best to their work
how to tailor your CV & LinkedIn
how to prepare for interviews
how to find & land Riverlane vacancies in the UK
You do not need to be a quantum PhD to have a realistic pathway in. But you do need to understand the problem they’re solving & position your experience around it.
Quantum computing stands at the frontier of technological innovation. Promising breakthroughs in areas as diverse as cryptography, materials discovery, optimisation and machine learning, quantum technologies are shifting from academic research to early commercial deployment. Governments, defence organisations, finance firms and tech innovators around the world — including in the UK — are investing heavily in quantum talent and capability.
Yet despite this surge in interest and investment, employers consistently report a troubling trend:
Many graduates with quantum computing qualifications are not prepared for real-world quantum computing jobs.
This isn’t a reflection on students’ intelligence or effort. Rather, it reveals a persistent skills gap between what universities teach and what organisations actually need.
In this article, we’ll explore that gap in depth — what universities do well, where programmes fall short, why the divide persists, what employers actually want, and how jobseekers can bridge that gap to build successful careers in quantum computing.
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