Latest Quantum Technology Jobs

Physicist, System Operations

This role involves operating, maintaining, and optimizing trapped-ion quantum computing systems to ensure high reliability and performance. The physicist will diagnose hardware issues using telemetry data, perform regular and emergency maintenance, and build automation and observability tools to support 24/7 system uptime. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and participation in a global on-call rotation are key aspects of the position.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Electrical & Electronics Technician

The role involves assembling, integrating, and testing electrical and electronic subsystems for cutting-edge quantum computing platforms. You'll work with precision components, follow engineering drawings and schematics, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to build and upgrade advanced systems. The position emphasizes meticulous documentation, hands-on technical work, and maintaining high standards in a laboratory and workshop environment.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Business Operations Lead / Operational Excellence and Automation

This role focuses on diagnosing inefficiencies across support functions such as Finance, IT, People, and Legal, then designing and implementing automated, AI-enabled workflows to improve operational scalability. The person will build and ship practical solutions, from process redesign to low-code automation, ensuring adoption across teams. It's a hands-on builder role with a mandate to embed operational excellence as Riverlane scales rapidly.

Riverlane Cambridge, United Kingdom £70,000 – £85,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Technical Program & Delivery Manager

Lead the end-to-end delivery of high-impact quantum computing programs involving government agencies, national labs, and industry partners. Build and scale Riverlane’s US program management function from the ground up, translating complex technical work into clear execution plans and reports. Operate in a deep tech R&D environment with significant autonomy and strategic influence.

Riverlane Boston, United Kingdom US$165,000 – US$200,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Software Engineer (Compilers)

AtUniversal Quantum, we aim to make the world a better place by engineering the future of computing. Together, we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. Our machines will be capable of solving problems until now considered impossible, with applications ranging...

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Mechanical Design Engineer – Photonic Hardware

This role involves the mechanical and thermal design, prototyping, and validation of high-specification photonic hardware for quantum computing. The engineer will work closely with photonics, systems, and architecture teams to develop robust, testable, and manufacturable hardware for controlled environments, focusing on precision assemblies, thermal management, and environmental control.

PsiQuantum Runcorn, WA7 1UP, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Optical Packaging & Assembly Engineer

PsiQuantum’s mission is to build the first useful quantum computers—machines capable of delivering the breakthroughs the field has long promised. Since our founding in 2016, our singular focus has been to build and deploy million-qubit, fault-tolerant quantum systems.Quantum computers harness...

PsiQuantum Runcorn, WA7 1UP, United Kingdom

Software Engineering Runtime Manager - UK-031

This role involves leading and managing a team of software engineers responsible for developing the runtime software that powers Oxford Ionics' quantum computers. You will work closely with quantum scientists and engineers to ensure the team delivers high-quality software solutions on time, while maintaining a balance between speed and quality.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Digital Design Engineer

As a Senior Digital Design Engineer, you will develop a multi-FPGA, low-latency, high-throughput system for quantum error correction. You will optimize RTL performance, design deeply pipelined modules, and support junior engineers in creating cutting-edge decoding algorithms and data routing solutions.

Riverlane Cambridge, United Kingdom £70,000 – £90,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

 Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Firmware)

Senior Embedded Software EngineerCambridge, UK | Full-time | Permanent | HybridSalary: £70,000 to £90,000 DOEThe 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...

Riverlane Cambridge, United Kingdom

Staff Verification Engineer

Cambridge, UK | Full-time | Permanent | HybridSalary: £90,000 to £115,000 DOE + Bonus + BenefitsThe salary range for this role is broad, as we are able to consider varying levels of experience. Any offer made will carefully take into...

Riverlane Cambridge, United Kingdom

Verification / Senior Verification Engineer

Cambridge, UK | Full-time | Permanent | HybridSalary: £60,000 to £88,000 (DOE) + Bonus + BenefitsThe salary range for this role is broad, as we are able to consider varying levels of experience. Any offer made will carefully take into...

Riverlane Cambridge, United Kingdom

System Test Engineer

As a System Test Engineer at Riverlane, you will work closely with engineering teams to develop and maintain rigorous testing processes for cutting-edge quantum computing solutions. Your role involves designing novel tests, diagnosing test failures, and improving the quality assurance cycle, all while contributing to the development of groundbreaking QEC technology.

Riverlane Cambridge, United Kingdom £60,000 – £90,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Part-time

Compiler Engineer

Cambridge, UK | Full-time | Permanent | HybridSalary: £50,000 to £65,000, DOEWe will also consider part-time applications for this role. Please indicate your preferred working schedule in your cover letter.We are able to consider a range of levels of experience,...

Riverlane Cambridge, United Kingdom

Senior Compiler Engineer

Cambridge, UK | Full-time | Permanent | HybridSalary: £70,000 to £90,000, DOEWe will also consider part-time applications for this role. Please indicate your preferred working schedule in your cover letter.We are able to consider a range of levels of experience,...

Riverlane Cambridge, United Kingdom