Jobs at Universal Quantum

Design, assemble, align, test, troubleshoot, and characterize optical and laser subsystems for trapped-ion quantum computers. Integrate fibre-optic and opto-mechanical assemblies, develop optical test methods, analyze performance data, improve alignment stability and subsystem robustness, and support laser alignment, beam delivery, electro-optical controls, and diagnostics. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and scientific teams while documenting requirements, test results, and root-cause analyses.

Design RF PCBs and architectures for custom quantum-computing RF delivery systems, including cables and transmission lines. Define component specifications, lead RF verification and validation testing, develop test plans, and document results. Collaborate with electronics, ASIC, mechanical, software, and physics teams on innovative solutions, proof-of-concept development, project planning, risk management, and scheduling.

Design, develop, verify, and document HDL-based digital logic and electronics for quantum-computer control systems. The role involves FPGA and embedded real-time systems, PCB design, circuit testing, debugging with laboratory equipment, supplier collaboration, project planning, and multidisciplinary work with mechanical, software, and physics teams.

Develop and adapt quantum algorithms for classical problems and near-term quantum hardware. Perform logical resource estimation, simulation, and modeling to inform hardware requirements; assess pathways to quantum advantage; and design benchmarking and error-characterization experiments. The role also involves communicating published research and collaborating or negotiating with customers and partners.

Design, model, and test high-fidelity quantum operations; develop physics-based quantum dynamics models; collaborate with hardware and experimental research teams to implement control methods; establish benchmarking procedures; and analyze experimental results against theoretical predictions. The role requires quantum control expertise, circuit-level noise modeling, scientific programming, published research, and a PhD in quantum computing, quantum control, or a related field. Experience with ion-trap quantum gates and Qiskit is preferred.

Designs and characterizes atom-light interaction protocols, including cooling, state preparation, detection, and quantum gates. Develops physics models, collaborates with hardware teams to implement methods on quantum devices, and analyzes experimental results against model predictions. Requires a PhD in atomic physics, scientific programming proficiency, strong communication skills, and published research. Experience with quantum technologies and open quantum systems is preferred.

Design, develop, integrate, test, debug, maintain, and optimize embedded firmware and middleware for quantum computing hardware. Lead major software stack features, develop low-level schedulers and time-critical systems, implement communication protocols, benchmark quantum processes, and investigate technical issues. Collaborate with physicists, electronic engineers, hardware designers, and software developers while documenting and evaluating systems.

As a Software Engineer, you will design, integrate, and test software for quantum processors, focusing on performance optimization and collaboration with engineers and scientists.

Design and architect custom RF delivery systems spanning cables, transmission lines, and complex RF subsystems. Define specifications, perform trade-offs, and oversee RF simulation, integration, verification, and validation. Develop test plans, support proof-of-concept work, collaborate across engineering and physics teams, manage suppliers, and contribute to project planning, risk management, and documentation.

Lead end-to-end RF delivery system design (VHF–X-band) including architecture, simulation, testing, verification, documentation, supplier integration, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to bring RF subsystems from concept to market.

Design, build, test and verify analogue and digital electronics and PCB subsystems for quantum computers. Lead testing and verification, write documentation, collaborate cross-discipline, develop test systems, plan projects, and understand firmware/software used for control.

Operate and optimize ion-trap quantum computing hardware, develop quantum control protocols for shuttling and gates, perform calibration, characterization and optimization, build theoretical models and simulations to interpret experiments, and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and physics teams to develop new quantum technologies.

Lead day-to-day finance operations (AP/AR, invoicing, reconciliations, month‑end), prepare VAT returns, support audits and close processes, manage suppliers, monitor spend, improve and automate financial processes, and strengthen internal controls across multi-entity environments.

Design and build thermal control systems and electronic enclosures for quantum devices. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and manage project planning.

Universal Quantum is seeking individuals passionate about creating impactful quantum technologies. This is an opportunity to express interest in unlisted roles by submitting your application directly.

Develop and simulate quantum error correction protocols, design experiments characterizing noise profiles, and optimize performance for various applications.

Develop software to operate quantum processors, design and optimize algorithms, collaborate in a multidisciplinary team, and lead major features in the software stack.

As a Quantum Algorithm Scientist, you will develop and modify quantum algorithms, match classical problems to algorithms, and design experiments for hardware benchmarking.

Operate and improve ion-trap quantum computing experiments: develop control protocols, perform calibration, optimisation and characterisation, build theoretical models and simulations, and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and software teams to advance quantum hardware.

Lead design, operation, calibration, and optimisation of ion-trap quantum hardware. Develop experimental methods for quantum measurement and control, build simulations to guide experiments, coordinate cross-disciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and contribute new concepts for future quantum computing products.