Senior Quantum Engineer: Lead Quantum Tech & Roadmap

OQC

Reading

Hybrid

GBP 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

OQC in Reading is seeking a Senior Quantum Engineer to lead complex experiments and drive the roadmap for superconducting quantum processors. You will own research projects from priorities to results, mentor engineers and present findings across collaborations.

The role blends hands-on measurement with technical leadership, spanning cryogenic systems, calibration, benchmarking, and qubit design exploration.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in physics, quantum engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent.
Experience owning research projects involving quantum systems.
Hands-on experience running experimental quantum measurements.
Experience creating or running simulations of quantum or RF properties.
Strong Python or similar language for automation and data analysis.
Ability to analyse complex datasets and translate results into technical recommendations.
Strong project leadership or management skills including resource scheduling and budgeting.
Excellent written and verbal communication for diverse audiences.
Creative, evidence-led problem solving with solid planning skills.
Ability to influence technical direction and mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

Lead complex scientific research projects from initial concept through implementation and reporting.
Design, simulate and characterise novel superconducting components for quantum processors.
Measure, calibrate and benchmark superconducting circuits, developing performance metrics.
Lead investigations into alternative qubit architectures and packaging approaches.
Coordinate scheduling and resourcing of quantum‑processing infrastructure.
Shape the QSER technology roadmap and assess milestone feasibility.
Mentor Quantum Engineers, maintain project documentation and represent OQC publicly.