Quantum Hardware Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in quantum technologies is seeking a Quantum Hardware Engineer to design and assemble cutting-edge hardware for ion-trap quantum computing. The ideal candidate will have a PhD and extensive experience in relevant fields such as atomic physics and laser systems. This role offers competitive salary, equity options, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Unlimited holiday allowance

Flexible working options

10% matching pension

Generous parental support policy

Private health/dental insurance

Relocation support

Qualifications

• PhD and ideally postdoc experience.
• 5+ years of experience in ion trapping, atomic physics, or related fields.
• Excellent communication skills with published results.

Responsibilities

• Design and assemble hardware for ion-trap quantum computing.
• Perform experiments and document results.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and physicists.

Skills

Laser cooling and trapping of ions

Assembling ion-trap systems

Designing laser systems

Signal processing

Quantum computing

Simulation and modelling

Education

PhD in Physics or related field

Tools

Python

Job description

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At Universal Quantum we are creating the impossible. Together we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. We are looking to hire a quantum hardware engineer with experience in design, assembly, and commissioning of ion-trap or atomic physics hardware for quantum technologies. Passionate about helping create technologies that can change the world? We may be the right place for you so get in touch!

What you’ll accomplish

• Apply previous experience in ion trapping or atomic physics to design and assemble hardware for ion-trap quantum computing.
• Assemble hardware platforms, integrate control systems, and troubleshoot custom control software.
• Perform experiments in a laboratory setting, document tests, measurements, and system characteristics, and apply results to develop a mature product.
• Work with a multidisciplinary and experienced team of Electrical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Physicists and Quantum Engineers.
• Assist in developing new concepts and develop new technologies for future products.

Requirements

The most critical attributes we’ll use to compare candidates

• Experience with laser cooling and trapping ofions.
• Experience assembling ion-trap and ultra-high-vacuum systems.
• Experience designing and testing laser, detection, magnetic, RF and microwave hardware systems.
• Working knowledge of precision-timed control systems and signal processing.
• Experience with quantum computing, quantum control and/or quantum information processing.
• Ability to perform simulation and modelling to inform experiments.

Must-have

• PhD and ideally postdoc experience.
• 5+ years (degree-inclusive) experience involving one or more of the following areas: ion trapping, atomic physics, laser systems, ultra-high vacuum systems, detection systems, microwave technology, magnetic field environments.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results in field of research.
• Strong organizational skills, and experience working and negotiating with customers and partners.

Nice-to-have

• Knowledge of surface ion traps.
• Knowledge of Ytterbium ion qubits.
• Proficient in Python.

Competitive salary, equity options, unlimited holiday allowance, flexible and remote working options, 10% matching pension, generous parental support policy, private health/dental insurance, and relocation support.