Latest quantum algorithm specialist Jobs

Senior Optical Packaging & Assembly Engineer

Develops and implements high-performance, scalable opto-electronic packaging workflows for photonic integrated circuits, focusing on fibre-to-chip alignment and packaging prototyping. Works closely with internal teams and external vendors to transfer and scale packaging processes within a quantum computing R&D environment.

PsiQuantum Runcorn, WA7 1UP, United Kingdom

Quantum Microchip Designer (Ion Traps)

Design and develop microfabricated Paul traps for scalable quantum computers, performing electromagnetic and thermo-mechanical simulations and working closely with fabrication partners. Collaborate on trap layouts, packaging, and assembly procedures while documenting technical designs and test outcomes.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Quantum Physics open applications

This role is for quantum physics professionals interested in contributing to the development of quantum computing technology. The candidate will work on advancing impactful quantum computer systems within a forward-thinking R&D environment. The position is open to applicants who may not find a specific advertised role matching their expertise but wish to express interest in future opportunities.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Systems Engineer – Quantum Infrastructure

Design and maintain production-scale infrastructure for quantum computing systems, integrating enterprise IT with scientific hardware. Automate deployments using Terraform, Ansible, and Kubernetes while supporting a hybrid Linux/Windows environment. Collaborate with physicists and engineers to build resilient, repeatable systems in a cutting-edge research and development setting.

Adria Solutions Shipton on Cherwell, Oxfordshire, OX5 1JN, United Kingdom £40,000 – £65,000 pa

On-site Permanent

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

Systems Engineer

This role involves leading systems engineering efforts in the development of quantum-based products, focusing on system-level design, requirements traceability, and integration of complex hardware and software systems. The engineer will work closely with physicists, hardware and software teams to ensure robust product lifecycle execution, from prototyping to scalable manufacturing. Key activities include modelling, risk assessment, and supporting verification and validation processes across multidisciplinary projects.

Infleqtion Kidlington, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Technical Program Manager (TPM)

This role involves leading the end-to-end planning and execution of complex, multidisciplinary technical programs in quantum computing, integrating hardware, cryogenics, control systems, and software. The Senior Technical Program Manager will coordinate across research and engineering teams to align milestones, manage dependencies, and ensure timely delivery of deployable quantum systems. It is a systems-focused leadership role in a fast-paced, research-driven deep-tech environment.

Rigetti United States US$160,000 – US$190,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

FPGA Engineer

Design and implement FPGA-based solutions for high-performance hardware platforms used in cybersecurity, data centres, and advanced computing. Work across the full development lifecycle from prototyping to production, developing RTL, building communication interfaces, and supporting system validation in collaboration with hardware and software teams.

ic resources Oxford, Eng, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Technical Team Lead

This role involves leading a distributed UK-based engineering team while maintaining a strong hands-on contribution to the development of post-quantum cryptography systems. The Technical Team Lead will bridge technical delivery and people management, driving component design, full-stack implementation, and deployment within an Agile environment. Success requires balancing mentorship, code quality, and architectural execution in a high-performance, security-critical domain.

Arqit United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

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 Facilities Technician

This role involves hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting of critical facilities systems including HVAC, chilled water, and utility distribution in laboratory and cleanroom environments. The technician ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards, manages contractor activities, and supports equipment installation and site reliability. It requires strong MEP knowledge, experience in high-tech manufacturing settings, and ownership of day-to-day facilities operations.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Photonic Layout Engineer

This role involves designing and laying out photonic integrated circuits (PICs) for quantum processor units (QPUs) using Python-based tools. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate photonic components into multi-layer chips, perform layout verification (DRC/LVS), and contribute to custom Process Design Kits (PDKs) for tape-out in commercial foundries. The work directly supports scaling trapped-ion quantum systems through on-chip photonics.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, Oxfordshire, 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

Senior FPGA Verification Engineer

This role involves designing and implementing advanced UVM/SystemVerilog verification environments for FPGA-based quantum control systems. The engineer will develop simulation infrastructure, define verification plans with functional and code coverage, and collaborate with RTL teams to debug and ensure design quality. The position is central to ensuring the reliability of hardware supporting cutting-edge quantum computing systems.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom