Latest Quantum Technologies Jobs

Electronics Engineer - Design and Verification

This role involves designing, building, and testing electronic circuits for quantum computing systems, with a focus on verification and integration of subsystems. The engineer will work across disciplines with mechanical, software, and physics teams to develop state-of-the-art electronics solutions and contribute to test systems for quantum computers. Responsibilities include documentation, project planning, and rapid prototyping of proof-of-concept designs.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

RF - System Designer

Design and lead the architecture of RF systems for quantum computing hardware, including transmission lines to quantum chips. Define specifications for end-to-end RF delivery components and oversee simulation, integration, and testing processes. Collaborate across disciplines including electronics, ASIC design, mechanics, and physics to implement cutting-edge RF solutions in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Systems Integration Engineer - Compute

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.

Infleqtion Kidlington, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Software Engineering Manager

Leads a team building software systems for quantum computer design, fabrication, and characterization, integrating scientific computing with hardware engineering workflows. Focuses on developing scalable data platforms, tooling, and infrastructure to support quantum device development. Works closely with physicists, fabrication engineers, and hardware teams to operationalize research-driven systems.

Rigetti United States US$220,000 – US$250,000 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 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

Technical Product Manager (Hardware Security & IP)

This role involves defining and driving the product roadmap for hardware security IP and post-quantum cryptography solutions within a deep tech semiconductor startup. You'll act as the technical bridge between engineering, security, and business teams, translating cryptographic standards into hardware requirements and guiding integration with customer systems. The position requires deep technical expertise in SoC architecture, security IP, and end-to-end product development in the context of RISC-V and post-quantum security.

PQShield United Kingdom

Remote Permanent

Senior AMO Physicist - Quantum RF

This role involves experimental research and development in atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) physics for quantum RF sensor systems. The physicist will design and integrate complex opto-mechanical systems, lead high-value research projects, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance quantum technologies. A strong focus is on translating product requirements into atomic system designs and demonstrating working quantum devices.

Infleqtion Kidlington, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Quantum Applications Architect

This role involves developing and adapting quantum algorithms for fault-tolerant quantum computers, translating real-world computational problems into abstract quantum specifications, and analyzing their performance and resource requirements. The candidate will lead research initiatives, collaborate with internal teams and external partners across industries like life sciences and sustainability, and help define benchmarks that demonstrate quantum advantage. Close interaction with the Compilation and Architecture teams ensures algorithmic designs are grounded in practical photonic quantum computing constraints.

PsiQuantum Daresbury, United Kingdom £78,900 – £92,900 pa

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

Research Fellow in Quantum Technology

The role involves working on a 12-month postdoctoral project to develop a distributed quantum network using trapped ions and photons. Responsibilities include setting up and testing a multi-zone ion trap, implementing an efficient ion-photon interface, and simulating novel schemes for ion-photon entanglement.

University of Sussex Falmer, South East England, United Kingdom £38 – £46 pa

Contract

Research Fellow in Molecular Quantum Sensing

The role involves developing and characterizing molecular quantum materials for biomedical sensing, focusing on nanoparticle probes and their optical and spin properties. The postholder will work on preparing and testing nanoparticles, developing coatings, and integrating them into diagnostic tests, with opportunities to propose new research directions.

UCL London, Hybrid, London, United Kingdom £43 – £54 pa

Contract

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

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