Stop endlessly searching. We'll send you relevant jobs directly to your inbox.
Receive alerts for jobs that match your skills, experience, and career goals.
Be the first to apply with instant email alerts for new job postings.
The Senior Mechanical Engineer will work on the hardware surrounding the quantum processor, including cryostat requirements, cooling equipment, vacuum chambers, and supporting structures. Responsibilities include mechanical integration, CAD design, and managing documentation, with a focus on complex multidisciplinary systems.
Oxford, United Kingdom
This role involves developing software and firmware interfaces to control and monitor advanced optical and atomic physics systems, focusing on the integration of various subsystems into complex quantum technologies. Responsibilities include system-level design, troubleshooting, and documentation, working closely with multidisciplinary teams.
Kidlington, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
This role involves leading the development of next-generation software products and architectures for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC). Responsibilities include defining the software engineering strategy, mentoring a team, and ensuring the design and implementation of secure and efficient cryptographic solutions. The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in cryptography, and experience in secure software development.
United Kingdom
This role involves leading the mechanical design and integration of hardware systems for quantum computing platforms, including cryostat internal architecture, RF signal delivery, and silicon device packaging. You will collaborate with physicists, RF engineers, and external partners to develop high-performance systems for ultra-low-temperature environments.
Rigetti
United States
This role involves designing precision mechanical and thermal systems for photonic quantum computing hardware, focusing on robustness, manufacturability, and performance in controlled environments. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to translate system requirements into hardware solutions, conduct simulation and validation, and support prototyping and supplier collaboration. The position is based at Daresbury and supports the development of scalable, fault-tolerant quantum systems.
PsiQuantum
Runcorn, WA7 1UP, United Kingdom
This role involves conducting cutting-edge theoretical research in quantum computation, focusing on error suppression across the full stack—from hardware-level noise mitigation to fault-tolerant systems. The researcher will engage in analytical and numerical work, collaborate with experimental and industrial partners, and contribute to scalable quantum architectures. Access to high-performance computing and cloud-based quantum hardware supports simulation and verification of new methods.
Imperial College London
London, United Kingdom
Advance your Quantum career with expert advice, practical job search tips, and insightful industry guides.
:quality(80))
Quantum computing jobs in the UK are scarce and competitive. Here is the qualification bar, hiring odds and how to improve them in 2026.
:quality(80))
Quantum computing jobs in the UK are mostly permanent, but a thin contract layer exists. Here's the honest 2026 picture on day rates, IR35 and where the work is.
:quality(80))
Quantum computing jobs in the UK are growing despite AI. Here is why automation augments quantum talent rather than replacing it in 2026.
:quality(80))
UK quantum computing jobs in 2026: estimated live vacancies, YoY growth, salary bands by level, top regions and the most active employers.
:quality(80))
A 2026 guide to post-quantum cryptography jobs in the UK — roles, salaries, employers and the NCSC 2035 migration roadmap driving demand.
:quality(80))
Quantum error correction jobs UK 2026: salaries from £55,000 to £280,000, top employers including Riverlane, Quantinuum and OQC, and the path to fault tolerance.
