Optical Systems Integration Lead - 534

Quantinuum; City Of London; On-site; GBP 106,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quantum computing company is seeking an Optical Systems Integration Lead to manage the integration of optical subsystems for their innovative quantum computer. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience and a deep understanding of optical systems, from design to deployment. The company offers competitive compensation, inclusive of bonuses, along with a flexible work schedule and comprehensive benefits. Join this transformative field and help shape the future of quantum technology.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years’ experience with assembly and testing of complex optical systems.
• Experience designing and validating optical systems from concept to production.
• Knowledge of optical modeling software and CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of multiple optical subsystems in a quantum computing context.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to troubleshoot optical systems.
• Document and organize ongoing optical system maintenance operations.

Skills

Optical system integration

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Collaboration

Optical design

Education

Ph.D. or Master’s in Optics or Applied Physics

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Zemax

CAD software

Job description

We are seeking a highly qualified Optical Systems Integration Lead for our Broomfield, CO location to join the team developing and releasing the Sol quantum computer. The ideal candidate will be a comprehensive optical systems professional with a background development, integration, validation, and system deployment. In this role, they will be responsible for leading the integration of multiple optical subsystems, guiding the diagnosis of issues, and ensuring performance of the project's entire optical scope. Alongside an interdisciplinary integration team, this role will be instrumental in coordinating teams to achieve on‑time integration of multiple subsystems. Candidates should expect to be immersed in a fast‑paced, team‑based, and challenging technical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers architecting, integrating, and launching commercial quantum computing systems.
• Lead the deployment, integration, and test of optical systems to generate, deliver, and measure light into the quantum computer, including low phase and intensity noise lasers, electro‑optics, achromatic imaging systems, free‑space and fiberized beam routing, and single photon counting modules.
• Collaborate with teams of scientists and engineers to troubleshoot and diagnose diverse optical systems and collect data to characterize system performance in a research lab environment.
• Coordinate development and design projects that validate technologies, methods, alignment, and suppliers that leads to optical systems implementations.
• Perform design trade studies and analysis with optical system design teams, acting as a primary point of contact for optical system requirements and evaluating that designs will meet performance goals.
• Organize and document on‑going optical system maintenance operations and performance upgrades with system integration team and optical engineering team.
• Contribute practical and first‑hand data to future quantum computer designs involving optical, micro‑optical, and photonic systems to deliver and measure light in our next generation quantum computer systems.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor’s Degree minimum
• Minimum 10+ years’ experience (advanced degree inclusive) with assembly and testing of complex, free‑space optical systems
• 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 Masters in Optics, Applied Physics, or a related field
• 5+ years experience with optical design of free‑space optical systems, with a proven record of delivering optical solutions from concept to production.
• Experience designing, developing, assembling, and troubleshooting optical systems with phase and intensity stabilized lasers, free‑space optics, micro‑optics, fiber optics, and/or photonic components.
• Experience with optical design, tolerancing, and analysis resulting in the creation of drawings and specifications.
• Experience working with wavelengths from UV to Infrared.
• Experience architecting complex optical systems, deriving optical system requirements from system‑level requirements, and executing engineering trade studies.
• Experience debugging and troubleshooting optical and photonic systems.
• Experience with optical modeling software (Zemax preferred, Code V, LightTools, FRED), and CAD software.
• Experience with single photon detectors.
• Demonstrated track record of mentoring junior colleagues in integration best practices and optical design methodologies.

$140,000 - $200,000 a year

Compensation & Benefits

Incentive Eligible – Range posted is inclusive of bonus target when applicable

The pay range for this role is $140,000 – $200,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

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

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.