R&D Lead - Scalable Quantum Devices

QuantWare

ABOUT US QuantWare is building the world’s most powerful quantum processors to solve humanity's greatest challenges. We do this with our unique VIO™ technology, the only QPU architecture that breaks the hardware barriers that have held quantum computing back, unlocking the path to MegaQubit quantum processors. With VIO, we are paving the way for the hyper-scale quantum computers that will change the world. And delivering on that vision demands people who don’t shy away from tackling the hardest challenges of our time. That’s where you come in! As the Device Metrology Tool Development Lead, you will coordinate technical work for the research and development project focused on developing scalable metrology methods and automated tooling for high-throughput screening of quantum devices. In this role, you will balance project management with technical execution, providing the overarching technical breadth required to guide the tool's lifecycle from concept to deployment. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: Drive Project Progress * Identify and manage the critical path of the project. * Prioritise and sequence tasks based on impact, resource availability, and technical dependencies. * Ensure the team moves forward in a focused, efficient, and aligned manner. Technical Oversight & Decision-Making * Synthesize inputs from various engineering and scientific domains to guide project direction and make key system-level trade-offs. * Leverage the deep technical expertise within the team to evaluate experimental strategies and validate outcomes. * Identify capability gaps within the project framework and help shape team growth or hiring strategies to meet milestones. Coordinate Team and Cross-Functional Efforts * Lead and support the technical project team day-to-day. * Work closely with experts across design, fabrication, and measurement disciplines to ensure a coherent and efficient R&D cycle. * Balance scientific rigor with pragmatic, milestone-driven progress. Anticipate and Manage Uncertainty * Identify technical risks, engineering bottlenecks, and resource constraints early. * Plan for potential failure modes and establish flexible contingencies. * Adapt project strategies dynamically as new data and technical insights emerge. External Stakeholder Management * Act as a primary technical interface and point of contact for external development partners and collaborators. YOUR PROFILE * Experience: 4+ years working as a project lead, systems engineer, technical program manager, or lead engineer in a deep-tech industry (e.g., quantum computing, semiconductor metrology tooling, aerospace, or complex hardware systems). * Education: Master’s degree or PhD in Physics, Engineering, or a related technical field. * Technical Breadth: Strong foundational understanding of the R&D lifecycle (design - produce - measure), with exposure to chip characterization, RF / microwave engineering, or cryogenic systems. You don't need to be the hands-on experimentalist, but you must speak their language. * Leadership Style: Comfortable taking initiative, navigating ambiguity, and making authoritative project decisions across cross-functional streams. * Mindset: A lucid thinker and strong communicator who is pragmatic and ruthlessly focused on delivering results over micropolishing features. Don't tick every box? Apply anyway. We know great candidates don't always follow a straight path, and we value diverse experience, perspectives, and ways of thinking. If this role excites you and you believe you can make an impact, we'd love to hear from you! What We Offer: At QuantWare, you’ll be part of a high-performing team of world-class experts in an ambitious, fast-moving environment. From day one, you’ll have the trust, tools, and support to do your best work. Here’s what you can expect: Competitive salary - A salary that reflects the impact and importance of the role (and of course 8% holiday allowance) Pension that’s built to last - A generous and future-proof pension plan that includes partner and dependent coverage. Flexibility built on trust - We focus on outcomes. Work flexibly, in a hybrid setup, with an open vacation policy that lets you manage your time Personal growth - We invest in your L&D, with a budget available to each team member, dependent on their individual ambitions, development needs, and performance A connected team - We make space to celebrate wins together, with team events, offsites, and spontaneous moments that bring us closer Diversity & Inclusion at QuantWare We’re an ambitious company, not only for our goals but also to become an even more diverse and inclusive team. We know this helps us with better decisions, more innovation, and strengthens our culture. In particular, we’d love to see more women in the quantum industry! So if you’re a female talent, excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. As part of our recruitment process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening.

QuantWare

ABOUT US QuantWare is building the world’s most powerful quantum processors to solve humanity's greatest challenges. We do this with our unique VIO™ technology, the only QPU architecture that breaks the hardware barriers that have held quantum computing back, unlocking the path to MegaQubit quantum processors. With VIO, we are paving the way for the hyper-scale quantum computers that will change the world. And delivering on that vision demands people who don’t shy away from tackling the hardest challenges of our time. That’s where you come in! As a Quantum Design Engineer in our R&D team, you’ll be at the heart of advancing the performance and scalability of superconducting quantum processors. You’ll lead the design of next-generation qubit chips and modular, scalable QPU architecture, working from on-chip subsystem architecture to EM simulations, frequency allocation, crosstalk management, packaging, and interconnect strategies. You’ll also design and optimise nonreciprocal superconducting circuits, such as isolators and parametric amplifiers that will drive robust, high-fidelity readout chains. These designs will enhance readout signal-to-noise ratio and stability, feeding into our next-gen readout modules and ensuring seamless coupling with the qubit layer. This role is highly collaborative: you’ll work in a tight feedback loop with experimentalists and device engineers to transform measurement insights into rapid design iterations, pushing performance, coherence, yield, and manufacturability across the full qubit stack. WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING * Design and simulate cutting-edge quantum hardware to improve performance, coherence, and scalability. * Develop high-performance, manufacturable device architectures that accelerate R&D cycles and increase qubit fidelity and yield. * Architect and optimize the layout of nonreciprocal superconducting circuits such as parametric amplifiers, targeting robust performance under cryogenic conditions. * Interpret simulation results and correlate with experimental data to guide iterative design improvements. * Collaborate across teams to ensure rapid design-to-test cycles, connecting theory with experiment. * Automate the design pipeline using Python, enabling parametric device generation, simulation sweeps, and data post-processing. YOUR PROFILE * MSc in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field, with 2+ years of industry experience or a PhD with relevant hands-on work * Strong Python skills for automating designs, controlling simulations, and analyzing data * Experience with EM simulation and chip design tools (e.g. Ansys HFSS-Q3D, KLayout); Git and Qiskit-Metal familiarity is a plus * Knowledge of cQED devices and superconducting circuit design is a strong advantage * Experience designing nonreciprocal superconducting circuits (e.g. parametric amplifiers) or advanced readout techniques is highly valued * Solid grasp of microwave engineering, quantum noise sources, and fabrication methods Don't tick every box? Apply anyway. We know great candidates don't always follow a straight path, and we value diverse experience, perspectives, and ways of thinking. If this role excites you and you believe you can make an impact, we'd love to hear from you! What We Offer: At QuantWare, you’ll be part of a high-performing team of world-class experts in an ambitious, fast-moving environment. From day one, you’ll have the trust, tools, and support to do your best work. Here’s what you can expect: Competitive salary - A salary that reflects the impact and importance of the role (and of course 8% holiday allowance) Pension that’s built to last - A generous and future-proof pension plan that includes partner and dependent coverage. Flexibility built on trust - We focus on outcomes. Work flexibly, in a hybrid setup, with an open vacation policy that lets you manage your time Personal growth - We invest in your L&D, with a budget available to each team member, dependent on their individual ambitions, development needs, and performance A connected team - We make space to celebrate wins together, with team events, offsites, and spontaneous moments that bring us closer Diversity & Inclusion at QuantWare We’re an ambitious company, not only for our goals but also to become an even more diverse and inclusive team. We know this helps us with better decisions, more innovation, and strengthens our culture. In particular, we’d love to see more women in the quantum industry! So if you’re a female talent, excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. As part of our recruitment process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening.

QphoX

QphoX is looking for a Head of Product to lead the transformation of our quantum transducer technologies from R&D prototypes to scalable, market-ready products. As Head of Product, you will define and execute the product strategy, align the roadmap with QphoX’s strategic objectives, and work closely with the engineering, fabrication, and business teams to deliver our next-generation offerings. As a member of our team, you will help develop and produce the next generation of integrated transducers and take their performance to the next level. You will bridge technical excellence and commercial impact, ensuring our products meet customer needs and quality standards at every stage of development while working with the most advanced techniques and state-of-the-art tools available. You will be involved in: * Build, mentor and manage a cross-functional engineering team. * Develop and maintain the product roadmap, ensuring alignment with QphoX’s long-term vision and commercial strategy. * Drive the process of taking technologies from R&D through validation, scaling, and market introduction. * Interface with external partners, suppliers and customers to gather feedback, define product requirements, and validate solutions. * Identify market trends, customer needs and emerging opportunities in the quantum hardware ecosystem. * Establish systems for documentation, product lifecycle management, and cross-departmental coordination. * Work closely with nanofabrication, quantum engineering, and business development teams to translate technical progress into product value. Skills and knowledge you will bring to QphoX: * MSc or PhD in Physics, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline. * 10+ years’ experience in product management or technical leadership, ideally in deep-tech, semiconductor, photonics, or quantum hardware. * Strong understanding of R&D to production transitions in high-tech or nanofabrication environments. * Demonstrated ability to manage interdisciplinary teams and coordinate across engineering, fabrication and business functions. * Excellent organizational and communication skills, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style. * Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and able to translate complex technology into actionable roadmaps and deliverables. Our Ideal Candidate: You are a technically fluent, strategically minded leader who thrives in bridging science and business. You enjoy working in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments, where collaboration, curiosity, and clear communication are key. You combine a detail-oriented mindset with a passion for building the infrastructure that will enable the quantum future. Teamwork is an essential value of our company, hence fitting into the team is crucial. Finally, they would have to feel positive working in fast-paced learning environment. We strongly encourage people of any underrepresented group to apply as we are committed to diversity and work to build an inclusive environment where all people, regardless of gender, race, religion, or background, can thrive. Benefits and other perks of working with us: * Competitive salary * Employment stock ownership plan * End-year performance-based bonus * 25 days of holidays on a full-time basis * Career growth opportunities * Opportunities to network and connect About us: At QphoX we strive to be an inclusive place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to learn, to live their passion and do their best work. We are dedicated to promoting equality, creating a safe environment for everyone, and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, socioeconomic background and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different. We truly think diversity is a strength and working in a diverse environment, and being exposed to a variety of perspectives makes us stronger as a team and better human beings.