Senior Quantum Network Software Architect

National Physical Laboratory; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

National Physical Laboratory in Teddington is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to design, implement and maintain the control software for a secure quantum testbed. This permanent, on-site role focuses on coordinating quantum nodes with classical networks and cloud infrastructure.

The position requires expertise in distributed systems, networking software and leadership to guide architectural decisions and collaborations across multi-disciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Strong software engineering background in distributed systems and networking.
• Experience with orchestration platforms and control stack architectures.
• Familiarity with internet protocols and programmable networking environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software architecture for quantum network orchestration integrated with classical networking.
• Implement monitoring, control, telemetry, testing and fault-management capabilities.
• Develop software for quantum routing, entanglement distribution and resource scheduling.
• Engage with evolving quantum protocols and networking standards.
• Contribute to scalable, secure, interoperable quantum networking platforms.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams within NPL and externally.

Skills

Distributed systems

Network software

Orchestration platforms

Control stack architectures

Internet protocols

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Tools

Python

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Job description

National Physical Laboratory in Teddington is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to design, implement and maintain the control software for a secure quantum testbed. This permanent, on-site role focuses on coordinating quantum nodes with classical networks and cloud infrastructure.

The position requires expertise in distributed systems, networking software and leadership to guide architectural decisions and collaborations across multi-disciplinary teams.