Optical Architect (Design)

Job Description

Job Title: Optical Architect (Design). Location: Daresbury, UK; Palo Alto, USA; Remote

Responsibilities:

• Design system functionality and define requirements for quantum optical architecture
• Build predictive models to evaluate system-level performance across multiple architectural views
• Develop methodologies to assess feasibility of quantum implementation concepts;
• Work with photonics, systems, and architecture teams to maintain a consistent and data-driven system design
• Translate abstract quantum protocols into hardware specifications for scalable quantum computing systems

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related field
• PhD preferred in quantum computation theory or quantum photonics
• 3+ years of research or industry experience in quantum computing or quantum information
• Knowledge of linear optical quantum computing and quantum optics;
• Understanding of error modeling, quantum networks, and quantum error-correcting codes
• Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary and global engineering teams
• Experience with Python, C++, or similar programming languages

Preferred:

• Experience in quantum photonics system design and architecture modeling
• Familiarity with scalable quantum hardware and fault-tolerant architectures
• Experience using GitHub or collaborative software development tools
• Strong analytical skills in performance evaluation and system modeling

Benefits and Compensation:

• Base salary range: £55,000 – £66,000 (UK) or $110,000 – $150,000 (US) depending on location
• Equity and full benefits package for eligible full-time employees
• Opportunity to work on million-qubit fault-tolerant quantum systems
• Collaboration with global quantum engineering and research teams

Other Information:

• Focus on silicon photonics-based quantum computing architecture
• Equal opportunity employer with inclusive hiring practices
• Applicants must follow application requirements including cover letter instructions