AMO Engineer

Nu Quantum Ltd
Harwell
2 months ago
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Harwell, Didcot, United Kingdom | Permanent, Full Time | On-site with flexible working options | Visa Sponsorship available

Salary Range: £45,000 to £60,000 DOE

Application Closure: 3rd February 2025

About Nu Quantum
Nu Quantum is on a mission to commercialise research generated over the last decade at the Cavendish Laboratory and to shape the future of quantum information systems.
We’re working on exciting technology that will improve the utility and accelerate the time-to-market of quantum computing systems. We integrate novel quantum photonic technology to form an efficient and scalable quantum networking infrastructure in partnership with world-leading companies and academic groups.

The Role
The role will focus on building a quantum-network demonstrator and requires expertise in trapped-ion physics. The successful candidate will work within a highly collaborative AMO team and will be supported by in-house knowledge in nanofabrication, electronics, optics, and mechanical engineering. Beyond that, there will also be opportunities for creative thinking to support the long-term mission of Nu Quantum.

Requirements

Responsibilities

  • Design and testing of ion trap devices.
  • Integration of ion traps with microcavities.
  • Interacting with the fabrication team.
  • Communicating with collaborators.
  • Operating a quantum optics laboratory.
  • Design of experiments and data collection and analysis.

Your Skills, Qualifications and Experience

  • PhD in Ion trapping or AMO Physics.
  • Competence in developing experimental setups using optical and electronic hardware, ultra-high vacuum systems, and automation.
  • Good team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proactive and willing to take ownership of problems and deliver results in a timely manner.

Other (Desirable but not required)

  • Experience with quantum control of optical qubits.
  • Experience with ARTIQ as an automation and control platform.
  • Electronics design experience (e.g. PCB design).
  • Cleanroom experience (Experience with simple cleanroom processes such as wire bonding and delicate mechanical assemblies).
  • Experimental experience with Cavity QED.
  • Ability to drive to our site - this will greatly facilitate access to our Harwell office (public transport links is limited for this location).

Benefits

Why Work with Us?

At Nu Quantum, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people of all identities, orientations, backgrounds, and experiences are empowered. We value diverse perspectives as a source of creativity and innovation and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented and marginalised communities. Joining Nu Quantum means joining a team where you can grow professionally and be part of an inspiring mission to shape the future of technology.

Benefits

  • Flexible working options
  • Group DIS cover(4 x salary)
  • 1 month paid Sabbatical after 4 years of service
  • Generous Employee Referral Scheme
  • Private Medical and Dental Cover
  • Local Gym membership
  • Cycle scheme 
  • Refreshments, including fruit and beverages, are available in the office.
  • 28 days of annual leave + UK Bank Holidays
  • Enhanced paid family leave policies 
  • Time for Charity work
  • Access to the Cambridge/Oxford Botanical Gardens

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