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Senior Technical Programme Manager

This role involves leading and coordinating the delivery of complex R&D software and scientific projects, ensuring alignment between scientific research, software engineering, and business objectives. Responsibilities include project planning, cross-functional team coordination, risk management, and stakeholder communication.

Quantemol Ltd London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

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Quantum Error Correction Researcher (Algorithms)

As a QEC Researcher (Algorithms) at Riverlane, you will work on quantum algorithms and their implementation on future fault-tolerant quantum computers. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, contribute to academic research, and optimize quantum circuit compilation for specific QEC primitives.

Riverlane Cambridge, United Kingdom £60,000 – £85,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Software Engineer - Oxford

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will work on developing a quantum compiler, writing embedded firmware, designing high-level APIs, and advancing internal development infrastructure. You will collaborate with scientists and engineers to build and optimize quantum computing systems using Python, Rust, and custom hardware.

Oxford Ionics Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Quantum Scientist - UK-070

Quantum is now, and it's built here.Oxford Ionics, now part of IonQ, is pioneering the next generation of quantum computing. Using our world-leading trapped-ion technology, we’re building the most powerful, accurate and reliable quantum systems to tackle problems that today’s...

Oxford Ionics Oxford, United Kingdom

Quantum Engineer

As a Quantum Engineer, you will contribute to the development of superconducting quantum computers by characterizing qubits and gates, implementing new measurement techniques, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Your role will involve rigorous experimental work and pushing the boundaries of quantum computing to achieve practical applications and error correction.

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

On-site Permanent

Senior Software Engineer - Open Source

As a Senior Software Engineer at Riverlane, you will lead the development of Deltakit, an open-source platform for building and simulating quantum error correction (QEC) experiments. Your role involves driving the design and delivery of new features, improving performance and usability, and ensuring the platform scales with growing user needs. You will also engage with the QEC community to gather feedback and translate it into meaningful improvements, while mentoring and guiding other engineers in the team.

Riverlane Cambridge, United Kingdom £72,000 – £90,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Quantum Scientist - Applied QEC

This role involves working closely with Riverlane's partners to design, run, and interpret quantum computing experiments, focusing on quantum error correction (QEC). You will support customers in achieving their first QEC results, collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues, and contribute to ongoing research and product development. The position requires a strong background in quantum computing and excellent communication skills.

Riverlane Boston, United Kingdom £135,000 – £170,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent

Photonics Technical Lead

The Photonics Technical Lead (PTL) is responsible for advancing Infleqtion's integrated photonics capabilities, leading the development and execution of photonics projects, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across the company's global operations. Key responsibilities include overseeing technical project execution, leading photonics R&D, managing technical personnel, and developing external partnerships to transition photonics technologies into commercial products.

Infleqtion Kidlington, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Quantum Architect (Design)

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 United Kingdom

Deployment Physicist, On-premises Installation - 572

We are seeking a highly qualified Deployment Physicist, On-premises Installation based in our London or Cambridge locations to install and service Helios systems worldwide for our Hardware-as-a-Service business.Helios is our current-generation quantum computer with 98 physical qubits and >99.9% two-qubit...

Quantinuum United Kingdom

Hybrid

Microwave and Cryogenics Engineer

This role involves hands-on testing, validation, and maintenance of advanced RF and cryogenic systems. You will work closely with interdisciplinary teams to support the development and operation of next-generation quantum processors, including troubleshooting complex systems and contributing to best practices.

Rigetti United States US$115,000 – US$140,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Manager, Programs Group - 751

The Programs team ensures our external and internal research projects are delivered predictably, transparently, and in alignment with customer needs and internal priorities. Working closely with research leads, solutions architects, and commercial teams, the group provides the structure and clarity...

Quantinuum London, United Kingdom

Computational Physicist (Quantum Chemistry)

This role involves developing and maintaining simulation software for electron-molecule collisions, working with established quantum chemistry codes, and performing cross section calculations for customers. You will collaborate with leading academic partners, contribute to scientific publications, and support customer-facing projects.

Quantemol Ltd London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

2026 Applied Scientist Intern, Amazon University Talent Acquisition

Are you a MS or PhD student interested in a 2026 internship in the field of machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, large language models and speech technology, robotics, computer vision, optimization, operations research, quantum computing, automated reasoning, or formal...

Amazon London, United Kingdom

Permanent

Senior Staff Field Engineer - Quantum Applications - Europe

As a Senior Staff Field Engineer at IonQ, you will lead client discussions, inspire them to implement quantum applications in their business, and work on Proof-of-Concepts with the IonQ Application team. You will also navigate competitive objections, create technical assets, and partner with various teams to grow IonQ's presence in the quantum computing market.

IonQ Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Head of Quantum Hardware

Contract Type: Full-time, PermanentLocation:Cambridge, UKVisa Sponsorship availableJoin Nu Quantum - Shaping the Future of TechnologyNu Quantum is at the forefront of quantum computing and advanced technology, driven by innovation, diversity, and a commitment to excellence. We’re creating an environment where...

Nu Quantum Cambridge, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

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