Latest Quantum Research Scientist Jobs

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

Senior Process Engineer - Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD)

This role involves owning the development, optimization, and qualification of physical vapor deposition (PVD) processes used in fabricating superconducting quantum processors. The engineer will monitor process health, lead root-cause investigations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve device performance and scalability. It offers growing responsibility in setting technical direction and mentoring within a quantum computing hardware environment.

Rigetti United States US$170,000 – US$200,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Optics Technician

The Senior Optics Technician will join the Optical Manufacturing team to build and commission optics and laser assemblies for quantum systems. Responsibilities include precision optical assembly, system maintenance, and maintaining a safe laboratory environment.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

Optics Technician

This role involves hands-on support for the assembly and maintenance of quantum computer systems, including optical, mechanical, and electrical components. The technician will work in a lab and workshop environment, ensuring safety and producing technical documentation.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

Internship at Quantinuum’s UK QEC team

Work on cutting-edge quantum error correction research, contributing to architectural design and implementation of QEC systems. Engage in hands-on projects involving algebraic geometry, tensor networks, or fault-tolerant quantum computing, with potential to publish or develop software libraries. Collaborate closely with researchers and engineers in a high-impact technical environment.

Quantinuum United Kingdom £2,500 pm

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

Quantum Specialist KTP Associate

This role involves leading the commercialisation of an optical atomic clock, working with experts from the University of Sussex and CPI TMD Technologies. Responsibilities include reviewing and redesigning atomic clock subsystems, sourcing components, and integrating and characterizing the system.

University of Sussex Falmer, South East England, United Kingdom £51 – £56 pa

Contract

AMO Physicist - Quantum RF

This role involves contributing to the research and development of quantum RF sensor systems, working closely with a multidisciplinary team of physicists and engineers. Responsibilities include designing and testing complex opto-mechanical systems, integrating electronics and software, and collaborating on high-value projects with tight deadlines.

Infleqtion Kidlington, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

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

PhD Studentship: Building Heterogenous Quantum-Dot–Atom Repeaters: Photon Generation, Storage and Conversion for Quantum Networks

This PhD project focuses on developing hybrid quantum-dot and rubidium vapour interfaces for quantum communication networks. The student will work on device fabrication, cryogenic quantum-dot optics, and atomic-vapour experiments, gaining hands-on experience in quantum optics, semiconductor physics, and numerical modelling.

The University of Manchester Manchester, Northern England, United Kingdom £21 pa

Contract

Head of Systems Engineering

The Head of Systems Engineering will lead the definition and implementation of complex quantum computing systems, working across multiple engineering domains to ensure product requirements are met. The role involves technical leadership, organisational development, and programme delivery, with a focus on system-level engineering rigour from concept to customer deployment.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Optical Fibre Engineer

This role involves developing and evaluating advanced optical fibre technologies for high-performance photonic systems used in quantum computing. The engineer will perform optical modelling, design experiments to validate fibre properties, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners to integrate fibres into larger optical platforms. Work focuses on specialty fibres with attention to modal behaviour, loss, dispersion, and coupling in demanding environments.

PsiQuantum Runcorn, WA7 1UP, United Kingdom £64,000 – £76,500 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Photonics Engineer, Optical Interfaces

Develops ultra-low-loss optical interface solutions between dissimilar waveguiding platforms using photonic device design, simulation, and experimental validation. Focuses on mode conversion and coupling for scalable quantum computing systems. Works closely with internal teams and external partners to mature practical, manufacturable solutions.

PsiQuantum Runcorn, WA7 1UP, United Kingdom £64,000 – £76,500 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Software Engineers

You will join a fast-moving product team, influencing product decisions, mentoring junior engineers, and engaging directly with customers. Your work will involve building scalable, mission-critical software, leveraging AI tooling, and ensuring high resiliency and performance in production.

Arqit United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Software Engineers

You will join a fast-moving product team, working on mission-critical enterprise software and services. Your responsibilities include refining system designs, embracing AI tooling, monitoring production performance, and resolving issues swiftly. The role involves close collaboration with systems architects and senior developers, focusing on scalable, resilient, and performant solutions.

Arqit United Kingdom