Operations Technician - Quantum Computing

Quantinuum; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading integrated quantum company in the UK is seeking an Operations Technician to launch and maintain a Helios quantum computer. The role involves collaborating on software development and operating quantum computers. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and have experience in software development, particularly with Python and quantum platforms. Competitive package with equity and flexible working offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Equity

Flexible working

Industry-leading team

Qualifications

• 2+ years of post-graduate experience in software development or R&D role.
• Ability to read and communicate technical topics in English.
• Interest in quantum information science and related programming concepts.

Responsibilities

• Launch, maintain, develop, and operate an H-series quantum computer.
• Support operation and development plans.
• Remotely operate and maintain cloud-based quantum computers.

Skills

Collaboration tools

General programming tools

Python

Web development

Quantum software development platforms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Computer Science, or related field

Job description

We are seeking a highly-qualified Operations Technician to join our team launching, maintaining, developing, and operating an on-premises Helios quantum computer at a customer site. Helios is our next-generation quantum computer with 98 physical qubits and error rates <10-3. This will be our second Hardware-as-a-Service offering following our installation of a quantum computer at RIKEN’s Wako, Japan campus. The ideal candidate will bring their previous experience developing cutting‑edge software in a commercial or research environment to bear on the Helios system.

Key Responsibilities

• Launch, maintain, develop, and operate an H‑series quantum computer as part of a small team
• Support the execution of operation and development plans
• Remotely operate and maintain cloud‑based H‑series quantum computers as a part of a global team
• Contribute to novel areas of software and hardware development in support of customer‑focused operations as able

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Development or a related technical field
• Experience with collaboration tools (e.g. version control, bug tracking systems) and general programming tools (e.g. a debugger, profiler, software testing tools)
• Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate technical topics in English
• Ability to travel abroad for training or other business needs
• 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

• 2 or more years of post‑graduate experience (M.S. or Ph.D. inclusive) in a software development, software engineering, or R&D role
• Experience working on software with a team including backend and QA engineers, communicating ideas, and reviewing and writing code
• Proficiency in Python and web development
• Interest in quantum information science (QIS) and knowledge of fundamental physics or programming concepts related to QIS
• Experience with quantum software development platforms such as TKET, Qiskit, or Cirq
• Documentation, technical writing, and presentation skills

What is in it for you?

Working alongside a highly talented team, with leading names in the quantum computing industry. We offer a highly competitive package, equity, a positive approach to flexible working and benefits.

About Us

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.

Visit our news pages to learn more about Quantinuum and our scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news

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