Latest quantum hardware engineer Jobs

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

Software Engineer (Compilers)

Develop and optimise software for quantum computing hardware, focusing on compiler design and low-level system integration. Work within a multidisciplinary team to implement, benchmark, and improve quantum processes and algorithms. Take ownership of major components in the quantum software stack, from design through testing and documentation.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

open application pool for Electronics Engineers

At Universal Quantum we are creating the impossible. Together we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. We are looking to hire an Electronics Engineers within the electronics team to enable Quantum technologies. Passionate about helping create technologies which can change...

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Embedded Systems Engineer - FPGA Platform

Develop embedded Linux software, firmware, and board-support packages for FPGA-based systems used in quantum RF and sensing applications. Integrate FPGA SoCs, microcontrollers, and peripherals into robust control and signal-processing platforms. Perform board bring-up, debugging, and validation in collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Infleqtion Kidlington, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid

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

Photonic Layout Engineer

Design and integrate photonic components into multi-layer quantum processor chips, ensuring precise layout and compatibility with metal and CMOS routing. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to define design rules and advance photonic process design kits. Perform layout verification and produce reticle-scale files for commercial fabrication using Python-based tools.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

Senior Electronics Engineer

This role involves diagnosing and resolving electronics and control hardware issues in trapped-ion quantum computers, from root cause analysis to permanent design fixes. The engineer will lead reliability upgrades, standardize electronics across systems, and work closely with cross-functional teams to improve uptime and reduce operational costs. Key activities include PCB design, system-level testing, retrofitting live systems, and ensuring all improvements are documented and integrated into future builds.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Staff Product Certification Manager

This role involves leading security and safety certification efforts for semiconductor IP products, focusing on standards like SESIP, FIPS 140-3, ISO 26262, and ISO/IEC 62443. The candidate will drive certification strategy, engage with standardization bodies, prototype IP on FPGA, and demonstrate certifiability to customers. It's a technical leadership role at the intersection of post-quantum cryptography, RISC-V, and functional safety in a fast-moving deep tech environment.

PQShield United Kingdom

R&D Manager - Software -914

This role involves leading a team of software engineers to develop and mature quantum programming languages, compilers, and developer tools such as Guppy, HUGR, and TKET. The position balances technical leadership with people management, guiding the full software development lifecycle from research to production. The team collaborates closely with research, hardware, and product groups across the UK and US to ensure the software stack supports cutting-edge quantum processors.

Quantinuum Cambridge, United Kingdom

Hybrid

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

Quantum Algorithms Scientist - Optimization

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 in the...

Phasecraft Bristol, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Quantum Algorithms Scientist

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 Permanent

Quantum Software - Data Scientist

This role involves developing time series models for forecasting, anomaly detection, and predictive maintenance in quantum sensor systems. The Data Scientist will analyse large-scale sensor data, build predictive algorithms, and integrate models into real-time control systems, working closely with engineering and product teams. The position bridges data science, physics, and engineering in a cutting-edge quantum technology environment.

Infleqtion Harwell, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Research Assistant/Associate in Quantum Photonics (Fixed Term)

Conduct research in quantum photonics, focusing on the design, nanofabrication, and optical characterisation of photonic devices using quantum optics and time-resolved photoluminescence spectroscopy at cryogenic temperatures. Work within the Integrated Quantum Photonics group to advance integrated quantum photonic technologies. Contribute to scientific publications and presentations as part of a multidisciplinary research team.

University of Cambridge Cambridge, South East England, United Kingdom £33 – £46 pa

On-site Contract

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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