Latest Quantum Research Scientist Jobs

Lead Engineer, Lithography

This role involves leading the development and optimization of lithography processes for quantum computing hardware. You will work closely with EBL hardware experts to optimize beam-resist interactions and provide technical vision for track and optical lithography modules. The position requires hands-on experience in lithography, process development, and cleanroom environments.

Rigetti United States US$165,000 – US$205,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Team Lead - Hardware

AtUniversal Quantum we are creating the impossible. Together we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. We are looking to hire aTeam Lead – Hardwarewithin the Electronics Group to realize the electronic solution of our Quantum Computer. Passionate about helping create...

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Frequency Comb Photonics Engineer

This role involves hands-on development, characterisation, and integration of optical frequency comb technologies for quantum systems. Responsibilities include designing, building, and testing frequency comb systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and supporting applications like precision timing and laser stabilisation.

Infleqtion Kidlington, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Intern, System Architecture

This role involves developing and simulating photonic quantum computing architectures by translating theoretical quantum protocols into physical system designs. Interns will work on building software prototypes, optimizing optical networks, and advancing new approaches to fault-tolerant quantum systems using silicon photonics and quantum information theory. The position bridges hardware, manufacturing, and quantum architecture in a high-impact research environment.

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

Hybrid Internship

Senior Optical Packaging & Assembly Engineer

PsiQuantum’s mission is to build the first useful quantum computers—machines capable of delivering the breakthroughs the field has long promised. Since our founding in 2016, our singular focus has been to build and deploy million-qubit, fault-tolerant quantum systems.Quantum computers harness...

PsiQuantum Runcorn, WA7 1UP, United Kingdom

Senior DevOps Engineer

As a Senior DevOps Engineer at Oxford Ionics, you will play a crucial role in shaping the development and deployment infrastructure for cutting-edge quantum computing systems. You will collaborate with software, IT, and science teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines, manage deployment procedures, and maintain monitoring systems, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of quantum computing operations.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

QPU Design Engineer

As a QPU Design Engineer, you will integrate features into complex chips for quantum computers, working closely with scientists and engineers to advance the design of high-performance quantum processing units. Your role involves guiding the chip design process from requirements to layout, ensuring compatibility and feasibility across multiple layers.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Sr. Control System Engineer/Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)

This role involves integrating and maintaining the hardware and software systems that control QuEra’s quantum computers. Responsibilities include managing infrastructure, implementing automated procedures, and ensuring the reliability and stability of both development and production environments.

Quera Computing United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Scientific Software Engineer - Compiler

This role involves developing and maintaining domain-specific languages for QuEra’s compiler pipeline, integrating high-level applications with low-level hardware, and collaborating with physicists and engineers to advance quantum computing technologies. You will work on cutting-edge challenges in compiler design, hardware integration, and quantum error correction, using tools like Python, C++, and Kirin.

Quera Computing United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Software Development Engineer in Test

As a System Test Engineer at Riverlane, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of cutting-edge quantum error correction (QEC) solutions. You will work closely with engineering teams to design and execute tests, identify integration issues, and improve the system test infrastructure. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, large-scale projects and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in quantum computing.

Riverlane Cambridge, United Kingdom £60,000 – £80,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Compiler Engineer - Systems Team

This role involves developing and optimizing compiler software for Riverlane's DeltaFlow hardware, enabling integration with quantum control systems. The engineer will adapt low-level code in Python and C++ to ensure reliable data communication, benchmark system performance, and troubleshoot latency issues. Working closely with customers and internal teams, the role bridges technical pre-sales, system deployment, and product development in a cutting-edge quantum computing environment.

Riverlane Cambridge, United Kingdom £68,000 – £100,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Director of Software US or UK - 800

The Director of Software will lead the development of a high-performance software stack for quantum computers, including front-end languages, compilers, and applications. This role involves managing teams, aligning with hardware advancements, and ensuring the software ecosystem meets industry standards.

Quantinuum United Kingdom US$238,050 – US$297,563 pa

On-site Permanent

Director of Software - 800

As the Director of Software, you will lead the development of a high-performance software stack for quantum computers, including front-end languages, compilers, and applications. You will manage teams in the US and UK, ensuring the software ecosystem aligns with hardware advancements and customer needs.

Quantinuum United States US$238,050 – US$297,563 pa

On-site Permanent

FAE - Japan

FAE(Japan)Industry Focus: Semiconductor, Security Hardware & Software, Hyperscalers, Networking & Telecom, AutomotiveTerritory: JapanOpening date: April 2026Here at PQShield we are at the forefront of Post-Quantum Cryptography that is changing how the world operates. We’ve helped shape all of the first...

PQShield United Kingdom

Sales Director - Japan

Sales Director (Japan)Industry Focus: Semiconductor, Security Hardware & Software, Hyperscalers, Networking & Telecom, AutomotiveTerritory: JapanOpening date: April 2026💼 About the roleHere at PQShield we are at the forefront of Post-Quantum Cryptography that is changing how the world operates. We’ve helped...

PQShield United Kingdom