Associate Quantum Engineer

Oxford Quantum Circuits (OQC)

. Integrate novel hardware and software into experimental systems powering OQC's quantum technology .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeReading • United KingdomJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in experimental physics and hands-on experience with complex technical systems, particularly in quantum control hardware and cryogenic systems. Proficient in Python for scientific analysis and skilled in data analysis, experimental design, and technical communication.

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Experimental Physics ExperiencePython For Scientific AnalysisData AnalysisQuantum Control Hardware ExperienceLaboratory Experience With RF Or Cryogenic Systems

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Hard Skills

Experimental DesignData AnalysisQuantitative Data AnalysisTechnical Problem InvestigationPrototype DevelopmentCalibrationBenchmarkingCryogenic MeasurementsMicrowave MeasurementsAutomation

Soft Skills

CuriositySelf-MotivationEnthusiasm For LearningCollaborationClear Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Undergraduate Degree In Physical Sciences Or Engineering

Industry Keywords

Quantum TechnologySuperconducting SystemsTechnical ProjectsScientific PublicationsExperimental Procedures

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Integrate novel hardware and software into experimental systems powering OQC's quantum technology
Turn new ideas into working prototypes and prove capabilities that can be scaled and deployed
Turn system requirements into working prototypes that demonstrate new capabilities and reduce technical risk
Characterise, calibrate and benchmark novel hardware, focusing particularly on readout and reset operations
Design, develop and run experimental procedures across integrated superconducting systems
Use cryogenic and microwave measurements, automation and data analysis to understand and improve system performance
Contribute to technical projects from experimental design and system build through analysis, reporting and recommendations
Collaborate across quantum control and hardware teams to define requirements, resolve system-level challenges and improve device robustness
Share technical knowledge across the team and contribute to scientific publications, conferences and collaborative programmes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experimental physics experience
Strong motivation to work hands-on with complex technical systems
Practical experience with scientific measurement and quantitative data analysis
Experience using Python for scientific analysis
Ability to independently investigate technical problems, draw evidence-based conclusions and communicate clear recommendations
Experience taking technical work or projects through experimentation, analysis and documentation
Curiosity, self-motivation and enthusiasm for learning within a multidisciplinary engineering and scientific environment
Undergraduate degree in physical sciences, engineering or a related discipline (nice-to-have)
Laboratory experience, particularly with RF or cryogenic systems (nice-to-have)
Experience working with quantum control hardware (nice-to-have)
Experience communicating scientific or technical information through presentations, reports or similar formats (nice-to-have)
Experience working collaboratively within technical or scientific teams (nice-to-have)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Culture of bold innovation
Chance to work with unique lab infrastructure
Opportunity to see your work redefine the limits of computation
Benefits and positive work culture (details provided via the careers page)