Latest Innovation Jobs

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

International Tax and Transfer Pricing Manager

This role involves leading transfer pricing strategy and documentation for IonQ’s international entities, ensuring compliance with OECD BEPS guidelines and local tax regulations. The manager will support corporate income tax compliance, contribute to global tax provision under US GAAP, and collaborate with finance, legal, and treasury teams to build scalable tax processes in a fast-growing multinational environment. Key activities include preparing Master Files, benchmarking studies, and monitoring global tax developments such as Pillar Two.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, United Kingdom

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 Mechanical Engineer - Cryogenic

Design and own the mechanical architecture of quantum computing systems, focusing on cryogenic hardware from room temperature down to millikelvin stages. Lead the development of signal chains, thermal interfaces, and integration within dilution refrigerators, working closely with physicists and RF engineers. Perform simulation, tolerance analysis, and qualification testing in a high-ownership role driving hardware from concept to production.

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

On-site Permanent

Director, System Software

Lead a team of software engineers developing the full-stack software that powers trapped-ion quantum computers, from real-time FPGA control systems to quantum compilers and application interfaces. Define and scale engineering processes, devops, and support workflows in a cross-disciplinary environment working closely with quantum scientists. The role is central to evolving the software architecture and team structure to support internal research and external customer delivery.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, United Kingdom

Photonic Layout Engineer

This role involves designing and laying out photonic integrated circuits (PICs) for quantum processor units (QPUs) using Python-based tools. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate photonic components into multi-layer chips, perform layout verification (DRC/LVS), and contribute to custom Process Design Kits (PDKs) for tape-out in commercial foundries. The work directly supports scaling trapped-ion quantum systems through on-chip photonics.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Staff FPGA Engineer

Design and develop FPGA-based signal processing and control systems for quantum computing hardware, including RTL module development, simulation, and firmware testing. Implement real-time control logic using Vivado and verify performance through unit and system-level testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance embedded solutions for trapped-ion quantum systems.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Senior Quantum Engineer, Gate Calibration

Designs and executes experiments to improve two-qubit gate fidelity on superconducting quantum processors, identifying error sources and implementing pulse engineering and calibration solutions. Develops robust, scalable calibration methods and provides feedback to hardware teams. Works across device physics, control systems, and software to advance quantum processor performance toward error correction.

Rigetti United States US$175,000 – US$200,000 pa

Systems Integration Engineer (Field, Quantum Systems)

This role involves deploying and commissioning quantum computing systems at customer sites globally, ensuring hardware and software performance meet specifications. The engineer will lead technical bring-up, troubleshooting, and calibration of superconducting qubit systems, either focusing on cryogenic hardware integration or gate-level calibration and cloud deployment. Collaboration with R&D teams and customer personnel is central, with significant international travel required.

Rigetti United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent