Latest Quantum Cryptography Jobs

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Director of Technology - Quantum

Lead the development and execution of Digital Catapult’s quantum and photonics technology strategy, driving collaborative R&D programmes with academia and industry. Spearhead horizon scanning, technology roadmaps, and capability building in quantum computing, sensing, networking, and photonics, with a focus on software, algorithms, and real-world applications. Mentor technical teams and represent the organisation in high-impact forums to shape the UK’s quantum ecosystem.

Digital Catapult London, United Kingdom £100,000 – £130,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Quantum & Cryptography Principal Sales Specialist, UK Public Sector

This role involves leading the commercial strategy for AWS quantum computing and cryptography services across UK public sector organisations, from national security to the NHS and local government. The specialist will drive adoption of quantum-safe technologies and cybersecurity solutions by engaging senior leaders, shaping go-to-market plans, and navigating complex procurement environments. Success requires combining technical depth with mission-driven value selling in high-stakes, regulated domains.

Amazon London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Technical Team Lead

This role involves leading a distributed software engineering team while maintaining hands-on technical contribution in the development of post-quantum cryptography solutions. The Technical Team Lead will guide full-stack software design, implementation, and deployment, ensuring high performance and resilience. Emphasis is placed on agile practices, code quality, and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture within a cutting-edge cybersecurity environment.

Arqit United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

I'd love to work at PQShield - Speculative Application

This speculative application role invites candidates to join a pioneering deep-tech startup focused on post-quantum cryptography and RISC-V-based secure computing. You'll work alongside founders and innovators on cutting-edge semiconductor solutions, contributing to groundbreaking security technologies in a flexible, inclusive environment. The role emphasizes collaboration, rapid learning, and real-world impact in a rapidly scaling field.

PQShield United Kingdom

Senior Software Engineer

As a Senior Software Engineer at PQShield, you will design and implement secure cryptographic solutions, focusing on classical and post-quantum cryptography. You will work on optimizing performance, hardening implementations against attacks, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, including hardware and security engineers, is key to this role.

PQShield United Kingdom

Remote Permanent

Quantum Error Correction Researcher

This role involves designing and evaluating quantum error correction protocols for distributed quantum systems, using numerical simulations to assess performance. The researcher will collaborate with theorists and experimentalists, contributing to protocol development and implementation. A key focus is advancing scalable quantum networking through innovation in error resilience, with opportunities to publish and present work at conferences.

Nu Quantum Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Quantum Scientist - UK-070

A Quantum Scientist will conduct advanced research to develop and optimize trapped-ion quantum computing systems. The role involves designing and running experiments, calibrating quantum hardware, benchmarking performance, and improving control schemes. Scientists analyze complex data, debug system interactions, and collaborate closely with engineering teams to advance system reliability and scalability.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, United Kingdom

Quantum Systems Engineer

The Quantum Systems Engineer will design, build, and validate quantum photonic subsystems and experiments, contributing to the development of fault-tolerant quantum computers. Responsibilities include implementing quantum interference experiments, developing entangling circuits, and integrating subsystems into larger quantum architectures.

PsiQuantum Runcorn, WA7 1UP, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Quantum Microchip Designer (Ion Traps)

Design and develop microfabricated Paul traps for scalable quantum computers, focusing on electromagnetic and thermo-mechanical simulation, layout optimisation, and collaboration with fabrication partners. Work closely with package designers and internal stakeholders to ensure manufacturability and performance. The role involves end-to-end ownership of trap design from concept to testing.

Universal Quantum Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Quantum Software Engineer - QEC

Designs and implements quantum error correction (QEC) protocols for scalable, high-fidelity quantum computation, with a focus on neutral atom platforms. Develops custom decoders, models noise processes, and collaborates with hardware and software teams to translate theoretical QEC frameworks into practical implementations. Engages in research, simulation, and cross-team collaboration to advance fault tolerance in quantum systems.

Infleqtion Kidlington, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Quantum Software Engineer - Algorithms & Applications

Develops quantum algorithms and applications for near-term and fault-tolerant quantum systems, focusing on simulation, optimization, and hybrid quantum-classical workflows. Works across software, hardware, and research teams to implement and optimize algorithms using modern quantum SDKs and compiler toolchains. Contributes to customer support, proposal development, and scientific publication in high-impact journals.

Infleqtion Kidlington, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Quantum Computational Science Specialist

This role involves leading research in quantum computational science, developing quantum algorithms and hybrid classical-quantum workflows for fault-tolerant quantum computers. The specialist will work on advanced applications such as quantum linear equation solvers, state reconstruction, and tensor network methods, leveraging high-performance computing to simulate and validate systems prior to hardware deployment. Collaboration with academic, industrial, and government partners is central to shaping Rolls-Royce’s future engineering simulation capabilities.

Rolls Royce Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 3AE, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Quantum Engineer

Develops and characterizes superconducting quantum processors through experimental physics and quantum control techniques. Focuses on improving qubit performance, gate fidelity, and implementing quantum error correction. Works across device design, fabrication, and control systems in a cross-functional R&D environment.

Rigetti United States US$155,000 – US$200,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Quantum Applications Scientist

This role involves co-designing quantum simulation applications tailored to QuEra’s neutral-atom quantum hardware. You'll develop novel algorithms and application pipelines in areas like quantum materials, quantum chemistry, and nuclear physics, while integrating near-term error correction techniques. The position requires close collaboration with academic partners, clients, and technical teams to bridge theory and hardware implementation.

Quera Computing Vale Of White Horse, United Kingdom

On-site 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