Latest Quantum Analyst Jobs

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

Intern, System Architecture

This internship involves developing photonic quantum computing architectures through simulation, software implementation, and protocol design. Interns will work on translating quantum information theory into physical system designs, using programming and modeling to advance fault-tolerant quantum systems. The role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and technical rigor in a cutting-edge quantum computing environment.

PsiQuantum United Kingdom £31,200 – £56,160 pa

Hybrid Internship

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 Software Engineer, Internal Systems

This role involves owning and improving data-intensive Python services and applications, working closely with quantum engineers and fabrication engineers to build scalable and sustainable software. The position offers opportunities to grow in a fast-paced, R&D-driven environment, contributing to the development of cutting-edge quantum computing systems.

Rigetti United States US$180,000 – US$250,000 pa

Hybrid

Senior Mechanical Engineer

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will work on the hardware surrounding the quantum processor, including cryostat requirements, cooling equipment, vacuum chambers, and supporting structures. Responsibilities include mechanical integration, CAD design, and managing documentation, with a focus on complex multidisciplinary systems.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

Physicist, Resilience Engineering & Operations

Operate, maintain, and optimize trapped-ion quantum computers to ensure reliable, safe, and high-performance system operation. Diagnose issues through telemetry analysis, lead maintenance activities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve system resilience and uptime. Work on-site in Oxford within a global team environment, contributing to the operational excellence of cutting-edge quantum hardware.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

Director of Software Engineering

This role involves leading the development of next-generation software products and architectures for Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC). Responsibilities include defining the software engineering strategy, mentoring a team, and ensuring the design and implementation of secure and efficient cryptographic solutions. The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in cryptography, and experience in secure software development.

PQShield United Kingdom

Quantum Control Designer

Design and model high-fidelity quantum control operations, translating theoretical physics into practical implementations on real quantum hardware. Collaborate closely with hardware teams to develop, test, and benchmark quantum operations, using experimental data to refine physics-based models. The role is central to advancing the performance and scalability of quantum computing systems.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Remote Permanent

Quantum Error Correction Scientist

Design and simulate quantum error correction protocols tailored to hardware capabilities, characterise qubit noise profiles, and perform resource estimation for large-scale quantum computing applications. Contribute to hardware and software optimisation decisions to improve error correction performance. Work within a forward-thinking team focused on building scalable, impactful quantum computers.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Quantum Algorithms Engineer

Phasecraft is the quantum algorithms company. We are building the mathematical foundations for quantum computing applications that solve real-world problems. Founded in 2019 by Toby Cubitt, Ashley Montanaro and John Morton, we are based in London and Bristol, UK. In...

Phasecraft Bristol, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Quantum Applications Scientist

This role involves co-designing quantum simulation applications tailored to QuEra’s neutral-atom quantum hardware. You'll develop novel algorithms and application pipelines in areas like quantum materials, quantum chemistry, and nuclear physics, while integrating near-term error correction techniques. The position requires close collaboration with academic partners, clients, and technical teams to bridge theory and hardware implementation.

Quera Computing Vale Of White Horse, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Quantum Algorithm Engineer in UK

This role involves designing and developing cryptographic protocols and quantum algorithms for data security products. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to integrate quantum solutions into real-world applications across various industries, including defence, telecom, finance, energy, and transport.

QMill London, United Kingdom

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

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Quantum Many-Body Systems

This role involves working on a collaborative quantum science project, specifically focusing on classical benchmarking and numerical methods for simulating highly occupied bosons coupled to qubits. The project aims to address the challenges of simulating complex quantum systems on near-term hardware, with a focus on Pauli propagation and tensor network methods.

King's College London London, United Kingdom £45 – £48 pa

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