Quantum Engineer - Rotation Programme

Yubico

MEET YUBICO Yubico is a global leader in identity security and creator of the YubiKey, the original hardware-backed passkey. Publicly traded on Nasdaq Stockholm with headquarters in Sweden, the US, and Singapore, we protect everyone from everyday consumers to global enterprises with modern, phishing-resistant authentication. Why Join Our Mission? At Yubico, we are guided by a shared belief that your work matters. We operate under a cultural philosophy of Speed with Integrity, pushing the boundaries of technology to secure the AI frontier—protecting both human and agentic AI interactions—and leading the transition to post-quantum cryptography. In everything we do, we live by our core values: * Battle Friction: We constantly look for new ways to simplify our products, our work, and the user experience. * Inspire Higher: We think big, champion the open internet, and strive to do the right thing even when it is difficult. * One Team: We are open, responsive, and collaborative, overcoming challenges and celebrating our successes together. Aligned with our commitment to open standards, we foster a thriving builder ecosystem through the Yubico Developer Program, offering free open-source repositories, libraries, and SDKs to help developers rapidly integrate strong hardware authentication into any application. Through close collaborations with technical partners like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon, as well as newer frontiers like OpenAI, we continue to shape a safer digital world while donating security keys to protect vulnerable communities, journalists, and humanitarian groups worldwide through our Secure it Forward program. At Yubico, We Offer Yubico Values: We work to ensure that our employees have an open space to have their voices amplified to create a workplace where everyone feels like they belong. In support of this, our employees have created some pretty cool Employee Resource Groups that foster inclusion, help build community and connection across Yubico which all employees are welcome to join. Additionally, Yubico donates YubiKeys to organizations in need all over the world (you can read more about our work here). Social Connection: Relationships and connectedness matter, and we love spending time with our team! Our virtual workspace keeps us connected day-to-day whether it's through Yubico celebrating wins or our buzzing Slack communities. Check out our Life at Yubico Page on LinkedIn and our awards here. THE ROLE Yubico is looking for a Software Engineer to join the Platform team working on Yubikey as a Service. It is an Enterprise solution that customers use to manage the lifecycle of their credentials and YubiKey deployment at scale. You should have a passion for building the platform for Enterprise-grade applications. We are looking for a teammate who is proactive, works well within and across teams, and has a desire to do things right and learn. You will develop the platform to support products used by many top Enterprise companies and will get to see your work in use right away. Tasks and Responsibilities:  * Understand, enhance, maintain, and grow the platform that powers our services * Develop your skills in designing and developing a testable, scalable and globally-distributed set of services used by a variety of Enterprise customers * Work collaboratively across functions - Product Managers, Security, Infrastructure, UX designers, Support * Work with a variety of technologies and increase your experience in many areas, ranging from cloud platform services and REST design to data compliance and web security * Work collaboratively with a tight-knit, multi-national development team to create well-architected software * Participate in an on-call rotation and gain experience supporting business-critical Enterprise services BASIC QUALIFICATIONS * 3+ years of software development experience (or equivalent) * Experience building commercial software * Experience with back-end software development * Experience working with relational databases * Experience with one or more common web-backend languages such as (but not limited to) Java, Kotlin, Go, Python, JavaScript (Node.js), C#, Rust BONUS QUALIFICATIONS * Hands-on experience with Go and/or Java/Kotlin * Hands-on experience in one or more of the following technologies: Kubernetes, Docker, Redis * Experience with one of the three major cloud platforms * Authentication and authorization technologies, modern security practices   #LI-IR1 We are an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and uphold an inclusive environment where all people feel that they are equally respected and valued. 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Quantum Motion

ABOUT THE ROLE AND TEAM The Quantum Hardware Team specializes in designing, validating and operating quantum processors based on silicon industrial technology. As a Lead Quantum Engineer, you will be the cornerstone of Quantum Motion’s first physical presence in the US, building our visibility in the North American market. You will take charge of a state-of-the-art, growing lab, overseeing the build-out of our Maryland facilities whilst guiding the experimental validation of our full stack quantum computers.  This role is a unique blend of high-level technical execution and strategic representation. You will bridge the gap between internal research and the broader US quantum landscape, acting as a primary interface with government bodies, funding agencies, playing a vital role in building our visibility and presence in one of the US' leading Quantum ecosystems. OUR TEAM This role forms part of our investment in state-of-the art facilities in Maryland, US. It reflects our commitment to driving innovation and collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the quantum industry, and additionally taps into the strong semiconductor and cryogenic ecosystem. Our mission is global and this is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a team which is shaping the future of quantum computing.     As part of our lean, high-impact and rapidly growing team, you will be working closely with our scientists, engineers and experts in a dynamic environment to make the site run smoothly and compliantly from day one, dedicated to contributing to the development of scalable quantum computers based on silicon technology. FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE Strategic Leadership * Build and Scale: Lead the establishment and the operational growth of the US lab, ensuring it serves as a flagship facility for silicon-based quantum hardware  * Technical Roadmap: Translate company goals into actionable US-based experimental milestones, guiding the team from initial characterization into full-stack validation * External Representation: Act as the primary technical representative for Quantum Motion in the US. You will manage relationships with government funding bodies and agencies, and represent the lab in professional and public forums.  * Ecosystem Integration: Actively participate in the Maryland/DC quantum ecosystem, fostering collaborations and ensuring QM remains at the forefront of US semiconductor and cryogenic innovation.  * Talent Leadership: Identify technical gaps and lead the hiring process to build a high-performing, multidisciplinary US research team.  Technical Direction * Experimental Oversight: Provide high-level technical input and guidance for ongoing research initiatives and experimental work * QPU Design & Validation: Lead the validation of prototypes and components, utilizing data-driven insights to pivot technical strategies as necessary  * Protocol Development: Oversee the implementation of protocols for high-fidelity quantum logic operations on industrial-grade silicon chips * Innovation & IP: Lead patenting activities for your strategic area and contribute to major funding grant applications EXPERIENCE - ESSENTIALS * PhD degree in physics, chemistry, or engineering                     * Proven track record of leadership in dynamical characterization and control of spin qubits in solid-state systems  * Experience in defining research goals and leading teams toward successful technical outcomes                      * Familiar with the use of high-frequency electronics         * Knowledge of quantum information systems and operations * Ability to independently design and carry out complex experiments; perform data analysis and preparation of technical reports and presentations                 * Knowledge of data acquisition software (Python, Matlab)                     * Ability to lead and motivate a team * Exceptional ability to communicate complex technical strategies to stakeholders, write grant applications, and author technical reports EXPERIENCE - DESIRABLE * Experience with the use of deep cryogenic measurement systems                 * Experience with the dynamical characterization of silicon-based nanoelectronic devices * Knowledge and experience in nanofabrication                     * Ability to supervise research students BENEFITS * Be part of a creative, world-leading team * Competitive salary and share options scheme * Region-specific benefits (e.g. Health Insurance) * Choose your own laptop/kit  * Flexible working * Located in Maryland College Park - a state-of-the-art quantum hub  EEO STATEMENT Quantum Motion is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Quantum Motion

ABOUT THE ROLE AND TEAM The Intelligent Automation Team develops the software that controls, and optimises our Quantum Processing Units. Working in close partnership with the Quantum Hardware Team, this group works to enable our processors to perform at their limits. Their work transforms raw quantum hardware into a usable platform by leveraging traditional software engineering alongside machine learning and other optimisation techniques. Together, these teams form the engine room of Quantum Motion’s technology, bridging physics, engineering, and computation to unlock the next generation of quantum capability. As a member of our evolving scale-up, you’ll help shape the next stage of quantum computing. We’re still a small team, which means your expertise will directly influence our technology, our culture, and our trajectory, while giving you room to grow as we scale. OUR TEAM This role forms part of our investment in state-of-the art facilities in Maryland, US. It reflects our commitment to driving innovation and collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the quantum industry, and additionally taps into the strong semiconductor and cryogenic ecosystem. Our mission is global and this is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a team which is shaping the future of quantum computing.     As part of our lean, high-impact and rapidly growing team, you will be working closely with our scientists, engineers and experts in a dynamic environment to make the site run smoothly and compliantly from day one, dedicated to contributing to the development of scalable quantum computers based on silicon technology. FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE * Work with experimental experts to benchmark and optimise quantum processors based on spins in silicon quantum dots * Develop automated calibration routines for long term maintenance of QPU performance * Devise measurement and analysis roadmaps to test and optimise quantum operations EXPERIENCE - ESSENTIALS * PhD degree in physics, chemistry, or engineering                     * Proven track record of leadership in dynamical characterisation and control of spin qubits  in solid-state systems  * Experience in defining research goals and leading teams toward successful technical outcomes                      * Familiar with the use of high-frequency electronics         * Knowledge of quantum information systems and operations * Ability to independently design and carry out complex experiments; perform data analysis and preparation of technical reports and presentations                 * Knowledge of data acquisition software (Python, Matlab)                     * Ability to lead and motivate a team * Exceptional ability to communicate complex technical strategies to stakeholders, write grant applications, and author technical reports EXPERIENCE - DESIRABLE * Strong experience with machine learning techniques and their application to complex physical systems. * Demonstrated capability in benchmarking quantum systems using methods such as randomised benchmarking and gate-set tomography. * Proven team leadership and people-management skills, including supervising technical staff and guiding cross-functional research efforts. * Experience mentoring junior researchers and effectively supervising research students to support their academic and professional development. * Skilled in the simulation of spin-based quantum systems and the dynamical characterisation of silicon-based nanoelectronic devices. * Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting deep cryogenic measurement systems.             * Experience with the dynamical characterisation silicon-based nanoelectronic devices * Ability to supervise research students BENEFITS * Be part of a creative, world-leading team * Competitive salary and share options scheme * Region-specific benefits (e.g. Health Insurance) * Choose your own laptop/kit  * Flexible working * Located in Maryland College Park - a state-of-the-art quantum hub  EEO STATEMENT Quantum Motion is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.