Latest research scientist Jobs

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

Vice President, Deputy CLO - IP & Privacy - 944

This role involves leading and scaling Quantinuum’s global intellectual property, privacy, and data protection legal function, with a focus on advising across product development, hardware and software innovation, open source, patents, trademarks, and data governance. The individual will build scalable legal frameworks, partner closely with technical and executive teams, and provide actionable guidance on global privacy regulations, AI governance, and quantum computing-related legal challenges. A key responsibility is embedding privacy-by-design and IP strategy into R&D and commercialization efforts across a highly technical, fast-paced environment.

Quantinuum United Kingdom

Field Engineer: Cryogenics & RF Hardware

This role involves operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced cryogenic and RF systems for quantum processors at customer sites worldwide. The engineer will perform cooldowns, diagnose faults in dilution refrigerators, validate RF hardware, and manage vacuum and helium systems in a production-like research environment. Frequent international travel and on-call support are required to ensure system uptime and collaborate with global teams.

Rigetti United States US$115,000 – US$140,000 pa

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

Senior AMO Physicist - Quantum RF

This role involves experimental research and development in atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) physics for quantum RF sensor systems. The physicist will design and integrate complex opto-mechanical systems, lead high-value research projects, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance quantum technologies. A strong focus is on translating product requirements into atomic system designs and demonstrating working quantum devices.

Infleqtion Kidlington, 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

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

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 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

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 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

Photonics Technical Lead

The role involves leading the development and execution of integrated photonics technologies for quantum applications, including photonic integrated circuits, laser systems, and subsystems. The technical lead will oversee project delivery, mentor a team, and collaborate across global teams and external partners. Key activities include design, fabrication, testing, and commercialisation of photonics solutions within a quantum technology ecosystem.

Infleqtion Kidlington, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Optical Engineer

This role involves leading the design, analysis, and integration of complex optical systems for quantum computing and sensing applications, from concept through to testing. The engineer will work across multidisciplinary teams to develop high-precision optical systems involving laser delivery, modulation, and imaging, with responsibilities spanning component-level work to large-scale subsystems. The position emphasizes hands-on development, simulation-driven design optimization, and rigorous validation in a cutting-edge quantum technology environment.

Infleqtion Kidlington, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

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 - 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