Sr. Embedded Software Engineer - 338

Quantinuum; London; On-site; USD 141,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in quantum computing is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. This role involves developing control systems for quantum computers, requiring expertise in embedded software and collaboration with a skilled team. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, alongside opportunities for innovative work and flexible schedules.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match for student loan repayment

Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance

Equity and 401k retirement savings plan

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• 4+ years in an R&D and rapid prototyping environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, code, test, and debug embedded software for FPGA control hardware.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers on new concepts for quantum computers.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Effective communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Masters/PhD in Software or Electrical Engineering

Tools

FPGA

Linux

Verilog

System Verilog

VHDL

Job description

Science Led, Enterprise Driven – Accelerating Quantum Computing

Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum’s technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents.

We unite best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware to accelerate quantum computing. With integrated full-stack technology, our world-class team is rapidly scaling quantum computing.

Quantinuum recently secured $300m in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news

We are seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to be a member of the team developing the next generation control system used on our Apollo series Quantum Computers. For this role, we are seeking software or electrical engineers with expertise in embedded software development, a solid understanding of control hardware, and experience working in a lab environment. This position allows for some work from home but will be primarily on site at ourBroomfield, Coloradolocation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work in an R&D and rapid prototyping environment
• Design, develop, code, test, and debug embedded software developed for FPGA based Quantum computer control hardware
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop new concepts and technologies used to control quantum computers
• Work closely with FPGA developers to implement these concepts then validate them on internal developmental testbeds
• Evaluate new software and hardware technologies to improve the control of Quantum Computers
• Successfully complete projects on-time with limited supervision

YOU MUST HAVE:

• Bachelor’s degree Minimum
• Minimum 6+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Minimum 4+ years of experience working in an R&D and rapid prototyping environment
• 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.
• 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)

WE VALUE:

• Masters/PhD degree in Software or Electrical Engineering or related field preferred
• 8+ years of industry experience in an engineering or R&D environment preferred
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python programming languages
• Experience developing embedded software for SoC FPGA’s using embedded Linux
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Experience writing low-level device drivers for various interfaces (SPI, I2C, High Speed serial, Etc.)
• Prior experience configuring and writing embedded software for Xilinx MPSoC FPGAs using Xilinx Vitis SDK
• Strong interest in learning about new hardware & software tools. Must be an enthusiastic problem solver!
• Ability to use typical lab equipment like Oscilloscopes, DMM, JTAG devices, logic analyzers, etc.
• Basic understanding of HDL’s including Verilog, System Verilog, or VHDL

$141,000 - $177,000 a year

Compensation & Benefits:

Non-Incentive Eligible

Estimated Total Wage: $141,000 - $177,000

What’s in it for you?

A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work

Flexible work schedule

401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit

Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance

Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Quantinuum 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.