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Quantum Software Engineer - QEC

Designs and implements quantum error correction (QEC) protocols for scalable, high-fidelity quantum computation, with a focus on neutral atom platforms. Develops custom decoders, models noise processes, and collaborates with hardware and software teams to translate theoretical QEC frameworks into practical implementations. Engages in research, simulation, and cross-team collaboration to advance fault tolerance in quantum systems.

Infleqtion Kidlington, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

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

Software Engineer, Non-Realtime Controllers

This role involves working closely with software engineers, systems teams, and quantum scientists to build and operate the software that controls the hardware surrounding quantum computers. Responsibilities include designing and implementing device controllers, ensuring robustness and observability, and integrating with the wider software architecture.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

Senior Software Engineer, Non-Realtime Controllers

This role involves developing and maintaining software for non-realtime hardware controllers that support quantum computing systems. The engineer will work on robust, production-grade services that interface with physical instruments such as cryogenic compressors, vacuum pumps, and temperature controllers, ensuring reliability and observability across a fleet of quantum machines. The position emphasizes end-to-end ownership of controller services, integration with a shared framework, and close collaboration with systems teams and quantum scientists.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

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

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

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

Senior Mechanical Engineer

This role involves leading the mechanical design and integration of hardware systems for quantum computing platforms, including cryostat internal architecture, RF signal delivery, and silicon device packaging. You will collaborate with physicists, RF engineers, and external partners to develop high-performance systems for ultra-low-temperature environments.

Rigetti United States US$165,000 – US$190,000 pa

Hybrid

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

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

open application pool for Electronics Engineers

You will design, build, and test complex electronics systems for quantum computers, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include hardware design, documentation, and project planning, with a focus on state-of-the-art solutions.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Electronics Engineer - Design and Verification

This role involves designing, building, and testing electronic circuits for quantum computing systems, with a focus on verification and integration of subsystems. The engineer will work across disciplines with mechanical, software, and physics teams to develop state-of-the-art electronics solutions and contribute to test systems for quantum computers. Responsibilities include documentation, project planning, and rapid prototyping of proof-of-concept designs.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, 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

Senior Optical Fibre Engineer

This role involves developing and evaluating advanced optical fibre technologies for high-performance photonic systems used in quantum computing. The engineer will perform optical modelling, design experiments to validate fibre properties, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners to integrate fibres into larger optical platforms. Work focuses on specialty fibres with attention to modal behaviour, loss, dispersion, and coupling in demanding environments.

PsiQuantum Runcorn, WA7 1UP, United Kingdom £64,000 – £76,500 pa

On-site Permanent

Research Associate in Optimal Quantum

The role involves designing optimised driving patterns for noise-resilient quantum gates using both analytical and numerical tools. You will collaborate closely with experimental and theory partners to identify and mitigate sources of imperfections in quantum gate fidelities.

Imperial College London London, United Kingdom £50 – £62 pa

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