Quantum Systems Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Quantum Systems Engineer. Location: Daresbury, England, United Kingdom

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and test quantum photonic subsystems and experimental setups
• Implement and analyze Hong-Ou-Mandel quantum interference experiments
• Develop and validate systems using single-photon sources and detectors
• Perform time-tagged measurements and analyze photon correlation data;
• Support development of entangling circuits and quantum state preparation systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and research teams to integrate subsystems into larger quantum architectures
• Debug complex experimental systems and identify performance limitations
• Document and communicate experimental findings to improve system design and performance

Qualifications:

• PhD in Quantum Physics, Quantum Optics, or related discipline
• Strong experimental experience in quantum optics or photonic quantum systems
• Hands-on experience with Hong-Ou-Mandel interference experiments;
• Familiarity with single-photon sources, detectors, and time-tagging techniques
• Strong data analysis and experimental design skills

Preferred:

• Experience with entangling circuits and single-qubit readout methods
• Knowledge of quantum information and photonic quantum architectures;
• Experience with experimental automation and data processing using Python
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams

Benefits and Compensation:

• Base salary range of £63,000 – £70,000 GBP per year
• Eligibility for equity and benefits package;
• Opportunity to contribute to million-qubit fault-tolerant quantum computing systems
• Work with global industry partners and leading quantum researchers

Other Information:

• Applications must be submitted through official company channels
• Company will never request banking information during recruitment
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion;
• Employment agencies are not authorized to submit unsolicited resumes