Advanced Electro-Optical Engineer - 446

Quantinuum; City Of London; On-site; GBP 94,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quantum computing firm is seeking an Advanced Electro-Optical Engineer to join their team. The candidate should have a Master’s Degree and at least 3 years of experience with imaging systems. Responsibilities include supporting the development of systems for quantum computing and providing software support. The compensation ranges from $124,000 to $165,000 annually, along with various benefits including health insurance and flexible schedules.

Benefits

Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid parental leave

Generous vacation and sick time

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree minimum required.
• 3+ years’ experience with imaging systems and related technologies.
• Must be a U.S. Person per contractual requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support development of systems for quantum computing.
• Responsible for detection and imaging systems.
• Provide software support for optical systems.

Skills

Imaging systems experience

Software support (MATLAB, Python)

Experience with SPAD and/or PMT detector systems

Experience with image processing

Broad understanding of optical principles

Education

Master’s Degree

Ph.D. in Optics or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Advanced Electro-Optical Engineer

We are seeking an Advanced Electro-Optical Engineer in our Broomfield, CO location.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in a team of physicists, optical, and opto-mechanical engineers supporting the development of commercial and research systems for quantum computing
• Responsible for detection and imaging systems and their interfaces
• Provide software support in building, testing, and alignment of optical systems.

YOU MUST HAVE:

• Master’s Degree minimum
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience (advanced degree inclusive) with imaging systems, cameras, detectors and imaging software
• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person. defined as U.S. citizen, permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

WE VALUE:

• Ph.D. or Master's in Optics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Experience with SPAD and/or PMT detector systems
• Experience with cryogenic detector systems
• Experience with scientific coding and data analysis, and familiarity with software tools like MATLAB, Python, etc.
• Experience with image processing and analysis routines and interfacing to camera and detector systems
• Experience with controlling motion control systems used for alignment of optical components using vision assist or active feedback
• Experience with revision and release control
• Experience with user interfaces and the automation of assembly and test processes
• Broad understanding of optical principles and practices, and intimate knowledge and experience applying this knowledge to projects

Compensation & Benefits:

$124,000 - $165,000 a year. Non-Incentive Eligible. The pay range for this role is $124,000 – $165,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

About Quantinuum:

Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, driving breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-generation quantum AI. With a team of more than 600 employees, including more than 420 of them being scientists and engineers, we are leading the worldwide quantum computing revolution.

By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries.

As we celebrate the International Year of Quantum, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of this rapidly evolving field. By joining Quantinuum, you’ll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

What is in it for you?

• A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work
• Flexible work schedule
• Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit
• Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Employee discounts

Quantinuam is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal