Electronics Engineer

PsiQuantum; Daresbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

PsiQuantum is seeking a Quantum Electronics Engineer in Daresbury, UK. You will collaborate with senior engineers to design and implement electronic solutions for quantum computing, including RF design and low-latency control systems. A PhD in Electrical Engineering or Physics is required, along with experience in RF design and electro-optic systems. The role offers a competitive salary between £50,000 and £57,000 GBP.

Qualifications

• Degree (PhD or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Strong background in RF and high-speed electronic design.
• Experience working with electro-optic systems or photonic hardware.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RF and high-speed electronic systems for quantum hardware applications.
• Support the design of electro-optic packages and modulator driving electronics.
• Collaborate with photonics and quantum teams to integrate electronics with optical systems.

Skills

RF and high-speed electronic design

Electro-optic systems

FPGA development

Low-latency system design

ASIC design

Education

PhD or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field

Tools

Electronic test and measurement equipment

Job description

PsiQuantum is seeking a Quantum Electronics Engineer to support the development of advanced electronic and electro-optic systems for quantum computing.

In this role, you will work closely with senior engineers to design and implement high-performance electronic solutions for controlling and reading out quantum photonic hardware. This includes RF design, electro‑optic modulation, and low‑latency control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RF and high-speed electronic systems for quantum hardware applications.
• Support the design of electro‑optic (EO) packages and modulator driving electronics.
• Develop low‑latency electronic solutions for quantum system control and readout.
• Work on readout systems for superconducting nanowire single‑photon detectors (SNSPDs).
• Collaborate with photonics and quantum teams to integrate electronics with optical systems.
• Assist in FPGA‑based system design and implementation for control and data acquisition.
• Participate in debugging and optimization of complex quantum hardware systems.

Experience / Qualifications

• Degree (PhD or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Strong background in RF and high‑speed electronic design.
• Experience working with electro‑optic systems or photonic hardware.
• Understanding of signal integrity, noise, and timing in high‑performance systems.
• Hands‑on laboratory experience with electronic test and measurement equipment.

Desired Skills

• Experience designing electronics for quantum or cryogenic systems.
• Familiarity with FPGA development and programming.
• Knowledge of superconducting nanowire detectors and readout electronics.
• Experience with low‑latency system design and high‑speed data acquisition.
• Experience with ASIC design or collaboration with ASIC development teams for high‑speed or low‑latency electronic systems.

PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. PsiQuantum does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws.

Salary: £50,000—£57,000 GBP

Location: Daresbury, United Kingdom