Latest Quantum Computing Scientist Jobs

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

Staff Software Engineer, Runtime

This role involves developing real-time control systems and low-level software abstractions for quantum computing hardware, working closely with experimental scientists and cross-functional teams. You'll shape core Rust libraries and the execution environment that transform quantum hardware into functional systems, with a focus on precision timing, system integration, and rapid iteration. The position emphasizes low-latency computing, API design, and tooling to support scientific experimentation and scaling toward fault-tolerant quantum computation.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

Senior QPU Design Engineer

Design and lay out complex multi-layer quantum processing unit chips, integrating ion trapping, photonics, and CMOS interfaces. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to translate operational requirements into manufacturable chip designs and drive projects from concept to tape-out. Work within a cross-functional team to advance high-performance quantum hardware for scalable systems.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

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

Deployment Physicist, On-premises Installation - 572

Installs and validates quantum computing systems (Helios) on customer premises globally, with deep involvement in atomic physics and qubit operations. Supports integration, shipment, and deployment activities, including international travel for on-site installations and remote support. Contributes to future post-Helios hardware development through design and validation phases.

Quantinuum United Kingdom

Hybrid

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

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

Quantum Operator

Operate and maintain ion-trap quantum computing hardware, performing calibration, optimisation, and system characterisation. Support the integration of new quantum hardware through close collaboration with physicists and engineers, while collecting and analysing experimental data to ensure reliable performance. Requires meticulous attention to detail and adherence to procedures in a cutting-edge research environment.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Research Fellow in Quantum Algorithms for Chemical Reaction Networks (828923)

Develop and benchmark quantum algorithms for solving Chemical Reaction Networks (CRNs), focusing on annealing-based optimisation methods and graph-based encodings for neutral atom quantum computers. Conduct numerical simulations of quantum and hybrid quantum-classical approaches, and contribute to publications and collaborative research. Work within a leading quantum technologies group with access to diverse quantum computing platforms.

University of Strathclyde Glasgow, G2 1AL, United Kingdom £47 – £50 pa

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PDRA in Theoretical Quantum Science

This role involves conducting theoretical research at the intersection of quantum chaos, quantum control, and quantum technologies, with a focus on fundamental questions in quantum information, many-body dynamics, and operator growth. The researcher will develop analytical and numerical methods to study complex quantum systems, particularly in the context of neutral-atom quantum processors, and contribute to grant writing, publications, and student supervision within a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

University of Strathclyde Glasgow, G2 1AL, United Kingdom £37 – £46 pa

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Visiting Fellow

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 Contract

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

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

Electronics Engineer

Designs and develops RF and high-speed electronic systems for quantum photonic hardware, including electro-optic modulation, low-latency control, and readout systems for superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors. Works closely with photonics and quantum engineering teams to integrate electronics into advanced quantum computing systems using silicon photonics. Involves FPGA-based control, signal integrity optimization, and testing in lab environments.

PsiQuantum Runcorn, WA7 1UP, United Kingdom £50,000 – £57,000 pa

PhD Studentship - Universal Layered Triple-Route Architecture for Heterogeneous Quantum-Classical Security

This role involves developing ULTRA, a novel 'Trinity' security framework that integrates quantum key distribution, post-quantum cryptography, and classical security into a unified encryption system. The research focuses on designing a universal model, synchronising multi-layered security streams, and formally proving the system's resilience. The candidate will also gain academic experience by delivering undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in cybersecurity as part of a 60% research, 40% teaching split.

Manchester Metropolitan University Manchester, Northern England, United Kingdom £31 pa

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