Latest Research and Development Jobs

Director, Systems Software

Leads the software team responsible for developing a full-stack system that controls and monitors trapped-ion quantum computers. Focuses on defining software architecture, improving devops and release processes, and scaling the engineering team. Works closely with quantum scientists and engineers to translate low-level experiments and quantum algorithms into functional software using Python and Rust.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

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

Research Intern: Scalable Fabrication of Superconducting Quantum Devices

The role involves hands-on fabrication of superconducting qubits and Josephson tunnel junctions in a cleanroom environment. Responsibilities include CAD layout, lithography, plasma etching, and device characterization, with a focus on scalable nanofabrication processes.

Rigetti United States US$35 – US$50 ph

On-site Internship

Quantum Software Engineer - Algorithms & Applications

Develops quantum algorithms and applications for near-term and fault-tolerant quantum systems, focusing on simulation, optimization, and hybrid quantum-classical workflows. Works across software, hardware, and research teams to implement and optimize algorithms using modern quantum SDKs and compiler toolchains. Contributes to customer support, proposal development, and scientific publication in high-impact journals.

Infleqtion Kidlington, 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

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

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 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

Advanced R&D Scientist - Quantum Algorithms - 920

Develop novel quantum algorithms focused on computational topology and geometry, with an emphasis on extracting topological and geometric invariants from data. Implement and optimize these algorithms on Quantinuum’s quantum hardware, using error mitigation and quantum error correction techniques. Collaborate across the quantum stack and with external partners to advance real-world applications of quantum topological data analysis, while publishing results in top journals and conferences.

Quantinuum United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

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

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

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

Sr. AMO Physicist

The role involves advancing neutral-atom quantum computing technologies through hands-on experimental work, including designing, testing, and improving quantum processing units. The physicist will collaborate with cross-functional teams to characterize systems, reduce noise and decoherence, and validate subsystems. This position is based at Quera's Harwell site and includes engagement with academic and industry partners.

Quera Computing Vale Of White Horse, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent