Latest Hardware Jobs

Senior Sales Engineer (FAE)

Act as a technical liaison between sales and engineering teams, supporting the integration of post-quantum cryptography solutions into semiconductor, security, and enterprise clients across North America. You'll demonstrate complex technical solutions, gather customer requirements, and ensure smooth technical onboarding, while collaborating globally to shape product direction. The role involves 10–20% travel and deep engagement with both engineering teams and C-level stakeholders.

PQShield United Kingdom

Sales Director - Japan

Lead sales strategy and execution for a post-quantum cybersecurity company in Japan, targeting enterprise clients in semiconductor, telecom, automotive, and security sectors. Drive market expansion by building relationships with key stakeholders and closing high-value technical IP deals. Collaborate with field application engineers and global teams to align product development with customer needs.

PQShield United Kingdom

Lead Electrical Engineer, Control Systems

This role involves designing, developing, testing, and deploying hardware for quantum computing, specifically focusing on low-noise mixed-signal board design. The Lead Electrical Engineer will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver cutting-edge quantum control solutions, mentor junior engineers, and drive technical excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Rigetti United States US$165,000 – US$215,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Chief Platform Architect - 801

Lead the technical vision and architecture of a high-performance quantum software developer platform, focusing on scalable access portals, hybrid workflow orchestration, and secure cloud-based application delivery. Mentor senior engineers, define coding standards, and drive the technical roadmap in close collaboration with hardware teams. The role involves shaping platform engineering practices and enabling both internal and external developers through reusable components and robust APIs.

Quantinuum United States US$208,000 – US$260,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Quality Engineer

This role involves establishing and leading a Quality Management System for quantum computing hardware, with direct responsibility for incoming quality control, non-conformance resolution, and supplier quality. The engineer will inspect high-precision components like machined parts, PCBAs, and RF hardware used in cryogenic environments, while embedding quality into new product introductions and driving continuous improvement across manufacturing and development processes.

Rigetti United States US$165,000 – US$190,000 pa

Senior Manager - Quantum Development Tools - 929

This role involves leading engineering teams to develop core quantum software tools, including quantum programming languages, compilers, and toolkits like TKET and Guppy. The manager will guide the evolution of experimental prototypes into robust, production-grade software while collaborating with hardware, theory, and product teams globally. Emphasis is on technical leadership in compiler design and developer tooling within a cutting-edge quantum computing environment.

Quantinuum Cambridge, United Kingdom

Hybrid

Atomic Operations Designer

Design and model atomic operations involving ion-laser and ion-microwave interactions for quantum computing systems. Develop physics-based models, implement methods in collaboration with hardware teams, and analyse experimental data to refine performance. Focus on sub-Doppler cooling, quantum state control, and gate operations within a cutting-edge quantum hardware environment.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Experimental Quantum Physicist

Operate and characterise ion-trap quantum computing hardware, developing quantum control protocols for ion shuttling and gates. Perform calibration, optimisation, and characterisation while building theoretical models to validate experimental results. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to advance next-generation quantum computing technologies.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Quantum Algorithms Scientist - Optimization

Phasecraft is the quantum algorithms company. We are building the mathematical foundations for quantum computing applications that solve real-world problems. Founded in 2019 by Toby Cubitt, Ashley Montanaro and John Morton, we are based in London and Bristol in the...

Phasecraft Bristol, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Visiting Fellow

Phasecraft is the quantum algorithms company. We are building the mathematical foundations for quantum computing applications that solve real-world problems. Founded in 2019 by Toby Cubitt, Ashley Montanaro and John Morton, we are based in London and Bristol, UK. In...

Phasecraft Bristol, United Kingdom

Hybrid Contract

Scientific Software Engineer - Compiler

Develops and maintains compiler infrastructure for neutral-atom quantum computers, designing domain-specific languages and integrating simulation tools into a full-stack pipeline. Works closely with physicists and hardware engineers to co-design compilers aligned with cutting-edge quantum error correction and hardware. Involves low-level intermediate representations, quantum program optimization, and cloud integration.

Quera Computing Vale Of White Horse, United Kingdom US$102,400 – US$166,400 pa

On-site Permanent

Photonic Layout Engineer

Design and layout photonic integrated circuits (PICs) for quantum processor units, integrating photonic components into multi-layer chips with on-chip light delivery. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to define design rules, produce tape-out-ready layout files using Python-based tools, and verify layouts through DRC and LVS. Contribute to custom Process Design Kits and document mask design processes for fabrication in commercial foundries.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior FPGA Verification Engineer

This role involves designing and implementing advanced UVM/SystemVerilog verification environments for FPGA designs used in quantum computing control systems. The engineer will develop automated regression suites, define verification plans, and collaborate with RTL teams to ensure high reliability and performance of FPGA-based quantum hardware. The position emphasizes simulation infrastructure development and continuous integration within a cutting-edge quantum technology environment.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Embedded DevOps Engineer

This role focuses on building and maintaining robust CI/CD pipelines, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and infrastructure-as-code systems to support quantum computing and sensor development. The engineer will manage software deployment, system security, and lab infrastructure, ensuring high uptime and traceable, reliable releases across integrated software, firmware, and gateware. Close collaboration with both hardware and software teams is essential in a research-driven lab environment.

Infleqtion Kidlington, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Junior AMO Physicist

This role involves hands-on development and operation of experimental neutral atom quantum computing systems, focusing on laser-cooled atoms, ultra-high vacuum setups, and precision optics. The candidate will work closely with physicists and engineers to integrate hardware components, conduct quantum experiments, and optimise system performance. It offers early-career researchers a chance to contribute directly to commercial quantum computing platforms while gaining expertise in AMO physics and quantum engineering.

Infleqtion Harwell, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent