Discover the latest software engineer jobs within the UK Quantum Computing industry

Staff Software Engineer, System Orchestration

This role involves building and operating the software that keeps IonQ's quantum computers calibrated and running useful work around the clock. You will work on the control plane that schedules and prioritizes programs, ensuring the system remains reliable and efficient.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

Director, Systems Software

Leads the software team responsible for developing a full-stack system that controls and monitors trapped-ion quantum computers. Focuses on defining software architecture, improving devops and release processes, and scaling the engineering team. Works closely with quantum scientists and engineers to translate low-level experiments and quantum algorithms into functional software using Python and Rust.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

RF - System Designer

Design and lead the architecture of RF systems for quantum computing hardware, including transmission lines to quantum chips. Define specifications for end-to-end RF delivery components and oversee simulation, integration, and testing processes. Collaborate across disciplines including electronics, ASIC design, mechanics, and physics to implement cutting-edge RF solutions in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Head of Systems Engineering

The Head of Systems Engineering will lead the definition and implementation of complex quantum computing systems, working across multiple engineering domains to ensure product requirements are met. The role involves technical leadership, organisational development, and programme delivery, with a focus on system-level engineering rigour from concept to customer deployment.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Optical Packaging & Assembly Engineer

The role involves developing and implementing high-performance opto-electronic packaging workflows for photonic integrated circuits. Responsibilities include designing optical packages, aligning fibers to chips, and collaborating with internal and external teams to scale packaging processes.

PsiQuantum Daresbury, United Kingdom

Senior Process Engineer - Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD)

This role involves owning the development, optimization, and qualification of physical vapor deposition (PVD) processes used in fabricating superconducting quantum processors. The engineer will monitor process health, lead root-cause investigations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve device performance and scalability. It offers growing responsibility in setting technical direction and mentoring within a quantum computing hardware environment.

Rigetti United States US$170,000 – US$200,000 pa

On-site 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

Intern, System Architecture

This internship involves developing photonic quantum computing architectures through simulation, software implementation, and protocol design. Interns will work on translating quantum information theory into physical system designs, using programming and modeling to advance fault-tolerant quantum systems. The role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and technical rigor in a cutting-edge quantum computing environment.

PsiQuantum United Kingdom £31,200 – £56,160 pa

Hybrid Internship

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