Latest Quantum Technologies Jobs

Electronics Engineer - HDL

Design and implement HDL-based system solutions for quantum computing control systems, with responsibility for circuit design, verification test documentation, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Contribute to rapid prototyping and feasibility studies while gaining exposure to advanced electronics and quantum technologies. Work closely with mechanical, software, and physics teams to deliver state-of-the-art firmware and control infrastructure.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

ASIC Layout Engineer

Design and produce full-custom, mixed-signal integrated circuit layouts for quantum computing applications, ensuring DRC/LVS compliance across multiple fabrication processes. Collaborate closely with IC designers to implement layouts from base cells to full chip level. Work within tight project schedules to deliver high-quality physical designs for advanced quantum technologies.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

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

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

Senior Technical Programme Manager, Quantum Systems Infrastructure

This role involves managing the execution and coordination of programmes for IonQ's Quantum Systems Infrastructure team. Responsibilities include translating roadmaps into plans, ensuring alignment across teams, and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders. The role requires technical fluency and experience in programme management, particularly in infrastructure and systems engineering environments.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

Senior Front-End Engineer, Quantum Tools

This role involves designing, developing, and supporting web-based tools for quantum research and hardware integration. You will work closely with quantum scientists and engineers to create complex, data-intensive applications and dashboards, contributing to the advancement of quantum computing technology.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

Director, Global Quantum System Deployment

This role involves leading the global deployment and lifecycle support of on-premise quantum computing systems, overseeing end-to-end integration from factory to customer site. The position requires building and scaling a field engineering team, managing complex hardware installations including cryogenic and RF systems, and ensuring performance and reliability across international clients. It is a senior technical leadership role focused on operational excellence in quantum system delivery.

Rigetti United States US$240,000 – US$275,000 pa

Hybrid

Systems Integration Engineer (Field, Quantum Systems)

This role involves deploying and commissioning quantum computing systems at customer sites globally, ensuring hardware and software performance meet specifications. The engineer will lead technical bring-up, troubleshooting, and calibration of superconducting qubit systems, either focusing on cryogenic hardware integration or gate-level calibration and cloud deployment. Collaboration with R&D teams and customer personnel is central, with significant international travel required.

Rigetti 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

I'd love to work at PQShield - Speculative Application

This speculative application role invites candidates to join a pioneering deep-tech startup focused on post-quantum cryptography and RISC-V-based secure computing. You'll work alongside founders and innovators on cutting-edge semiconductor solutions, contributing to groundbreaking security technologies in a flexible, inclusive environment. The role emphasizes collaboration, rapid learning, and real-world impact in a rapidly scaling field.

PQShield 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

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

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

Scientific Software Engineer - Compiler

Develops and maintains compiler infrastructure for neutral-atom quantum computers, designing domain-specific languages and integrating simulation tools into a full-stack pipeline. Works closely with physicists and hardware engineers to co-design compilers aligned with cutting-edge quantum error correction and hardware. Involves low-level intermediate representations, quantum program optimization, and cloud integration.

Quera Computing Vale Of White Horse, United Kingdom US$102,400 – US$166,400 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Sales Engineer (FAE)

This role involves supporting sales through the technical integration of cryptography software and hardware into large manufacturers and enterprises. You will work closely with the sales, engineering, and management teams to understand customer requirements, provide technical solutions, and ensure successful customer onboarding.

PQShield United Kingdom