Latest quantum hardware engineer Jobs

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

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

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

General Interest in working for Quantinuum - London-Cambridge-Oxford

This is a general interest application role for candidates with experience or interest in quantum technologies. The position serves as a talent pool for future openings across quantum hardware, software, quantum chemistry, AI/ML, encryption, and algorithms. Applicants may be contacted for specific roles in London, Cambridge, or Oxford as opportunities arise.

Quantinuum United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

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

Technical Product Manager (Software Security & Firmware)

This role involves defining and managing the product roadmap for security software, firmware, and cryptographic libraries that integrate with hardware IPs in a post-quantum secure environment. You'll work closely with customers, architects, and security researchers to harden firmware against hardware-level attacks like DPA and SCA, while translating cryptographic standards into technical requirements. The position demands deep technical expertise in embedded systems, RISC-V/Arm architectures, and end-to-end security integration within complex SoC environments.

PQShield United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Experimental Quantum Physicist

Lead and optimize experimental ion-trap quantum computing systems, from concept to execution, focusing on quantum control, measurement, and system calibration. Develop theoretical models and simulations to guide technical decisions and improve hardware performance. Collaborate across physics and engineering teams while mentoring junior scientists and advancing next-generation quantum computing technologies.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

On-site 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

Mechanical Design Engineer – Photonic Hardware

This role involves designing precision mechanical and thermal systems for photonic quantum computing hardware, focusing on robustness, manufacturability, and performance in controlled environments. The engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to translate system requirements into hardware solutions, conduct simulation and validation, and support prototyping and supplier collaboration. The position is based at Daresbury and supports the development of scalable, fault-tolerant quantum systems.

PsiQuantum Runcorn, WA7 1UP, United Kingdom £50,000 – £56,000 pa

On-site Permanent

FPGA Engineer

Design and implement FPGA-based solutions for high-performance hardware platforms used in cybersecurity, data centres, and advanced computing. Work across the full development lifecycle from prototyping to production, developing RTL, building communication interfaces, and supporting system validation in collaboration with hardware and software teams.

ic resources Oxford, Eng, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Systems Engineer

This role involves leading systems engineering efforts in the development of quantum-based products, focusing on system-level design, requirements traceability, and integration of complex hardware and software systems. The engineer will work closely with physicists, hardware and software teams to ensure robust product lifecycle execution, from prototyping to scalable manufacturing. Key activities include modelling, risk assessment, and supporting verification and validation processes across multidisciplinary projects.

Infleqtion Kidlington, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

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

Systems Engineer – Quantum Infrastructure

Design and maintain production-scale infrastructure for quantum computing systems, integrating enterprise IT with scientific hardware. Automate deployments using Terraform, Ansible, and Kubernetes while supporting a hybrid Linux/Windows environment. Collaborate with physicists and engineers to build resilient, repeatable systems in a cutting-edge research and development setting.

Adria Solutions Shipton on Cherwell, Oxfordshire, OX5 1JN, United Kingdom £40,000 – £65,000 pa

On-site Permanent

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

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