Quantum Computing Jobs

IonQ · Oxford

Integrate all features needed to operate quantum computers into complex multi-layer chips, taking designs from requirements through layout and tape-out. Work closely with scientists and fabrication engineers on ion trapping chips, routing metal tracks and interfacing with photonics and CMOS, while owning project delivery independently.

IonQ · Oxford

Builds the control plane that schedules quantum programs, calibration routines and customer workloads onto trapped-ion hardware, arbitrating exclusive access and streaming results. Owns persistence, data models and migrations, plus tests and harnesses run against real machines and simulators. Works in Rust, PostgreSQL and gRPC alongside runtime, systems and operator teams.

Universal Quantum · Haywards Heath

Designs and models atom-light operations such as sub-Doppler cooling, state preparation, detection and quantum gates, and develops accurate physics models of ion-laser and microwave interactions. Works closely with hardware teams to implement these methods on quantum computing devices and analyses experimental results against model predictions.

Universal Quantum · Haywards Heath

Design and develop next-generation microfabricated Paul traps for scalable quantum computers, working with users to determine suitable layouts and acting as technical liaison with ion trap manufacturers. Perform electromagnetic and thermo-mechanical analysis and simulation, and collaborate with package designers on assembly procedures. The role also involves documenting designs and simulations.

IonQ · Oxford

Architect, develop and maintain advanced UVM/SystemVerilog verification environments for complex FPGA designs, defining verification plans with constrained-random testing and functional coverage. Build automated regression suites and CI pipelines, and debug issues with RTL designers to support quantum control systems.

IonQ · Oxford

Lead a team of three electronics engineers within the Systems team, acting as a player-coach with roughly 60% leadership and 40% hands-on design. Own the electronics roadmap for quantum systems, covering schematic capture, PCB layout, mixed-signal and high-speed digital design, and the transition from prototypes to rack-ready production hardware.

IonQ · Oxford

Lead end-to-end delivery of the Systems Software roadmap across five engineering teams (runtime, orchestration, quantum tools, controllers, transport) for concurrent next-generation quantum system programmes. Own planning, dependency management, risk surfacing and status reporting, working with hardware, science and US-based teams to make capacity decisions explicit.

IonQ · Oxford

Lead end-to-end delivery of quantum computing systems to customer sites across Europe and Asia, owning deployment and commissioning from early planning and export through installation, commissioning and handover. Coordinate engineering, science, legal, trade compliance, logistics, facilities, security and customer teams, with around 30-40% travel.

IonQ · Oxford

Leads the evolution of the system software architecture for a quantum computer, spanning real-time hardware control, low-level orchestration and developer-facing interfaces across a family of products. Coaches technical leads in architectural principles and coordinates with infrastructure, firmware and compiler teams in the UK and US, working at system level rather than designing through code.

Universal Quantum · Haywards Heath

An open application route for quantum physics specialists rather than a defined role, inviting candidates to introduce themselves when no specific vacancy fits. The work centres on engineering quantum computing hardware within a team building large-scale quantum computers. It suits people who want to be considered across multiple potential positions.

Universal Quantum · Haywards Heath

Designs RF PCBs and architecture for a custom RF delivery system, including cables and transmission lines, and defines specifications for key building blocks. Oversees RF verification and validation testing and documentation, working closely with electronics, ASIC, mechanical, software engineers and physicists on rapid proof-of-concept work.

Universal Quantum · Haywards Heath

Lead testing of integrated electronic circuits and subsystems, designing and building analogue and digital electronics using CAD tools and test equipment. Document circuits and verification tests while collaborating with mechanical, software and physics teams to build test systems for quantum computers.

Universal Quantum · Haywards Heath

Produce high-quality, full-custom, mixed-signal integrated circuit layouts, working across all levels from base cells to chip top-level. Collaborate closely with designers to meet circuit requirements and deliver DRC/LVS-clean layouts on schedule, implementing designs across a variety of fabrication processes.

Universal Quantum · Haywards Heath

Designs and architects a custom RF delivery system, including cables and transmission lines, defining specifications and trade-offs for key building blocks. Oversees RF design, simulation, integration, verification and validation testing, and contributes to proof-of-concept work. Works cross-functionally with electronics, ASIC, mechanical, software engineers and physicists, with involvement in project planning and risk management.

Universal Quantum · Haywards Heath

A speculative application opening for a quantum computing company, inviting candidates to submit their details for roles that are often not publicly advertised. The team reviews submissions and reaches out to arrange a conversation when there appears to be a potential fit, with new roles being created regularly.