Jobs in Cambridge

General Interest in working for Quantinuum - London-Cambridge-Oxford

This is a general interest application role for candidates with experience or interest in quantum technologies. The position serves as a talent pool for future openings across quantum hardware, software, quantum chemistry, AI/ML, encryption, and algorithms. Applicants may be contacted for specific roles in London, Cambridge, or Oxford as opportunities arise.

Quantinuum United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Research Assistant/Associate in Quantum Photonics (Fixed Term)

Conduct research in quantum photonics, focusing on the design, nanofabrication, and optical characterisation of photonic devices using quantum optics and time-resolved photoluminescence spectroscopy at cryogenic temperatures. Work within the Integrated Quantum Photonics group to advance integrated quantum photonic technologies. Contribute to scientific publications and presentations as part of a multidisciplinary research team.

University of Cambridge Cambridge, South East England, United Kingdom £33 – £46 pa

On-site Contract

Senior Manager - Quantum Development Tools - 929

This role involves leading engineering teams to develop core quantum software tools, including quantum programming languages, compilers, and toolkits like TKET and Guppy. The manager will guide the evolution of experimental prototypes into robust, production-grade software while collaborating with hardware, theory, and product teams globally. Emphasis is on technical leadership in compiler design and developer tooling within a cutting-edge quantum computing environment.

Quantinuum Cambridge, United Kingdom

Hybrid

Research Associate in Quantum Sensing with Molecular Spin Qubits

Conduct advanced spin-optical measurements on molecular spin qubits to develop novel quantum sensors for biosensing and nanoscale magnetic resonance. Focus on pulsed optically detected magnetic resonance at room temperature, working with chemically synthesised molecules. Operate within a multidisciplinary team using state-of-the-art confocal ODMR systems across a wide temperature range.

University of Glasgow Glasgow, G2 1AL, United Kingdom £41 – £46 pa

Contract

Advanced R&D Scientist - Quantum Algorithms - 920

Develop novel quantum algorithms focused on computational topology and geometry, with an emphasis on extracting topological and geometric invariants from data. Implement and optimize these algorithms on Quantinuum’s quantum hardware, using error mitigation and quantum error correction techniques. Collaborate across the quantum stack and with external partners to advance real-world applications of quantum topological data analysis, while publishing results in top journals and conferences.

Quantinuum United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

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

Hybrid

Vice President, Deputy CLO - IP & Privacy - 944

This role involves leading and scaling Quantinuum’s global intellectual property, privacy, and data protection legal function, with a focus on advising across product development, hardware and software innovation, open source, patents, trademarks, and data governance. The individual will build scalable legal frameworks, partner closely with technical and executive teams, and provide actionable guidance on global privacy regulations, AI governance, and quantum computing-related legal challenges. A key responsibility is embedding privacy-by-design and IP strategy into R&D and commercialization efforts across a highly technical, fast-paced environment.

Quantinuum United Kingdom

Internship at Quantinuum’s UK QEC team

Work on cutting-edge quantum error correction research, contributing to architectural design and implementation of QEC systems. Engage in hands-on projects involving algebraic geometry, tensor networks, or fault-tolerant quantum computing, with potential to publish or develop software libraries. Collaborate closely with researchers and engineers in a high-impact technical environment.

Quantinuum United Kingdom £2,500 pm

R&D Manager - Software -914

This role involves leading a team of software engineers to develop and mature quantum programming languages, compilers, and developer tools such as Guppy, HUGR, and TKET. The position balances technical leadership with people management, guiding the full software development lifecycle from research to production. The team collaborates closely with research, hardware, and product groups across the UK and US to ensure the software stack supports cutting-edge quantum processors.

Quantinuum Cambridge, United Kingdom

Hybrid