Hardware Operations Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Hardware Operations Engineer / Hardware Operations Engineer (Trapped-Ion Quantum Computer). Location: Wako, Japan

Responsibilities:

• Operate, develop, upgrade, and maintain an H2-series quantum computer as part of a small team
• Characterize the performance of a commercially operating quantum computer and develop plans to improve its operation and performance
• Apply experimental laboratory research experience to design, develop, verify, and deploy quantum computers using trapped ions as qubits
• Mentor and train junior team members in technical and operational matters;
• Support the operation and development of the 56-qubit System Model H2 quantum computer, "REIMEI," at RIKEN's Wako campus
• Contribute to a Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry project exploring the integrated use of quantum computers and classical supercomputers, including RIKEN's Fugaku supercomputer
• Collaborate with global teams on quantum hardware operations and development

Qualifications:

• PhD required
• Minimum 3 years of post-graduate experience, including experience during an M.S. or PhD
• Ability to read, write, and communicate technical topics verbally in both English and Japanese
• Ability to travel internationally for training or business needs;
• Must meet applicable technical access eligibility requirements under U.S. government national security and export control regulations
• Certain nationalities, including some dual-nationality situations, may be restricted from accessing controlled technical information and may therefore be ineligible

Preferred:

• PhD in Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field preferred
• Proven hardware expertise in atomic physics systems, superconducting qubits, or other quantum computing platforms
• Experience with lasers, laser cooling, atom trapping, cryogenics, ultra-high vacuum systems, analog and digital electronics, and laboratory hardware control
• Experience with Python, physical modeling, and data analysis;
• Research and development track record in high-technology engineering or physical sciences, demonstrated through scholarly publications or granted patents
• Experience with international or remote collaboration and related projects
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong and active professional network

Benefits and Compensation:

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking quantum computing technology
• Flexible work arrangements supporting work-life balance
• Comprehensive rewards package supporting professional growth, well-being, and long-term success

Other Information:

• The position is based at RIKEN's Wako campus
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis with no application deadline
• Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer;
• Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment and interview process
• AI tools may be used to support parts of the recruitment process, including application and resume review, response analysis, and identification of potential inconsistencies or verification signals
• AI tools assist the recruitment team and do not replace human judgment; final hiring decisions are made by humans