Quantum Computer Hardware Engineer - 1058

Quantinuum; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Quantinuum seeks a Quantum Computer Hardware Engineer to operate and maintain an on-premises Helios quantum computer in Singapore. The role involves hands-on work with optical, mechanical, and electronic subsystems, executing maintenance plans, and collaborating with global teams to ensure optimal performance.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of lab R&D experience in physics or engineering contexts and strong English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Optics, or a hands-on Engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of lab R&D experience building, validating, optimizing, maintaining, and troubleshooting a complex scientific apparatus.
• Ability to communicate technical content clearly in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain an on-premises Helios quantum computer as part of a small team.
• Execute maintenance plans for electrical, mechanical, and optical subsystems to maximize performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot hardware subsystems to return the system to service.
• Update and improve system maintenance and operations documentation.
• Collaborate with local and global teams on maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.

Skills

Python

Communication

Lab experience

Travel flexibility

English proficiency

Education

Bachelors in Physics/Engineering

Master's preferred

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and qualified Quantum Computer Hardware Engineer to join our team operating and maintaining an on-premises Helios quantum computer in Singapore. This system is part of our partnership ( https://www.quantinuum.com/press-releases/singapores-national-quantum-office-and-quantinuum-forge-strategic-partnership-to-accelerate-quantum-computing ) with the Singapore National Quantum Office to accelerate quantum computing. The ideal candidate will have experience building, validating, optimizing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and/or using a complex scientific apparatus or highly engineered product. Day-to-day work will involve complex problem solving; hands-on work with optical, mechanical, and electronic systems; updating, improving, and executing periodic maintenance plans; developing operations standards and documentation; and optimizing performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain an on-premises Helios quantum computer as part of a small team
• Execute periodic maintenance plans for electrical, mechanical, and optical subsystems to maximize the on-premises quantum computer performance and reliability
• Troubleshoot hardware subsystems as needed to return the on-premises quantum computer to service
• Update and improve system maintenance and operations documentation
• Collaborate with local and global teams on maintenance and troubleshooting tasks

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Optics, or a hands-on Engineering discipline
• Two or more years of laboratory research and development experience in an academic institution (degree inclusive) or industry R&D context, with hands-on experience building, validating, optimizing, maintaining, and troubleshooting a complex scientific apparatus or highly engineered product
• Ability to communicate technical and non-technical content clearly in spoken and written English
• Availability to travel abroad for training or other business needs and flexibility to do so at short notice
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

We Value:

• A Master's degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Optics, or hands-on Engineering field
• Experience with atomic physics systems, superconducting qubits, or other quantum computing platforms, and constituent technologies including lasers, cryogenics, ultra-high vacuum systems, laboratory hardware control, and digital and analog electronics
• Proficiency in Python
• Experience in instrumentation, automation, and/or test engineering
• Documentation, technical writing, and presentation skills as evidenced by internal and/or external technical documentation, technical presentations, conference participation, and peer-reviewed engineering and/or scientific publications
• Evidence of successful collaboration and cooperative participation in a team to deliver shared goals
• International exposure and experience collaborating across locations, cultures, or time zones
• Work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in Singapore

Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company delivering a full stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. With active engagements spanning pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, government, industrial sectors, and leading academic and research institutions worldwide, we are helping organizations unlock the transformative potential of quantum computing.

Our global team of more than 800 employees includes many of the world's leading scientists, engineers, and researchers, with more than 70% of our technology team holding advanced degrees at the Master's or PhD level. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, Quantinuum operates across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Singapore.

By joining Quantinuum, you’ll help shape the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

Visit our news pages to learn more about Quantinuum and our scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news

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What’s in it for you?

We believe our people are our greatest strength and offer a comprehensive rewards package that supports your professional growth, well-being, and long-term success.

• Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology
• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Quantinuum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunities regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. For more information about Quantinuum, please visit our website.

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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, there is no application deadline for this position.