Senior Quantum Applications Engineer — Flexible Hours

STFC; Harwell; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday

Flexible working hours

Defined salary pension scheme

Transport/parking

Learning & development opportunities

Cycle to work

Job summary

STFC's National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in Harwell seeks a Senior Quantum Applications Engineer. You will lead development of quantum computing applications, combining research with practical delivery, and mentor colleagues across programmes.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team, driving collaborations with government, industry and academia while shaping future quantum use cases and contributing to quantum readiness across sectors.

Qualifications

• PhD level or equivalent in quantum computing or related field.
• Track record of research in quantum computing (peer-reviewed publications).
• Experience delivering technical work in quantum computing and collaborative projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical work to meet team objectives.
• Develop and test quantum algorithms; code; use SDKs to program quantum computers.
• Collaborate with experts to identify high-impact use cases in priority sectors.

Skills

Python programming

Strong communication

Autonomy

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

PhD in quantum computing / quantum information / related field

Tools

Qiskit

Cirq

Job description

STFC's National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in Harwell seeks a Senior Quantum Applications Engineer. You will lead development of quantum computing applications, combining research with practical delivery, and mentor colleagues across programmes.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team, driving collaborations with government, industry and academia while shaping future quantum use cases and contributing to quantum readiness across sectors.