Director of Processor

Oxford Quantum Circuits (OQC)

. Set the strategy for OQC's quantum processor research, translating company-level ambitions into multi-year technical roadmaps and executable programmes .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeReading • United KingdomLead💰 £260,000,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep technical expertise in superconducting quantum devices and quantum processor development, with a strong ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex technical projects. Proven experience in strategic roadmapping, budget management, and fostering collaborations within the quantum research community.

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Superconducting Quantum DevicesQuantum Processor DevelopmentMultidisciplinary Team LeadershipStrategic RoadmappingBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Quantum Device DesignExperimental ImplementationCryogenic System DesignElectrical MeasurementTechnical Research Budgeting

Soft Skills

CommunicationInfluencing CapabilityCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's or PhD in PhysicsMathematicsComputer ScienceElectrical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Quantum Research CommunityTechnical LeadershipExperimental ValidationSystem ArchitectureStrategic Partnerships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set the strategy for OQC's quantum processor research, translating company-level ambitions into multi-year technical roadmaps and executable programmes
Build and lead a multidisciplinary processor team spanning device theory, numerical modelling, hardware co-design and experimental measurement
Drive multimode superconducting processor concepts from theoretical design through prototyping, characterisation and experimental validation
Ensure processor architectures are grounded in system requirements
Connect exploratory research with control hardware, software and product operations
Lead through technical managers and team leads across multiple specialist disciplines
Develop outstanding scientists and engineers
Own planning, budgets and investment priorities across processor research
Oversee experimental system upgrades and compute/simulation requirements
Represent OQC as a technical leader within the global quantum community
Communicate processor milestones to executives, strategic partners and international audiences

Requirements

What you’ll need

Deep technical expertise in superconducting quantum devices, quantum processor development or a closely related field
Significant experience taking quantum device concepts from design through experimental implementation and validation
Experience spanning industrial and/or academic experimental quantum device development
Proven track record operating across physics, hardware and software
Close collaboration with hardware design, control-system and software teams
Senior technical leadership experience, including leading multidisciplinary teams and managing technical leaders
Experience translating ambitious research objectives into structured programmes without compromising scientific innovation
Strong strategic roadmapping, project leadership, communication and influencing capability
Confidence operating effectively with executive stakeholders
Experience forecasting and managing technical research budgets
Experience making informed investment and resource-allocation decisions
Master's or PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or another relevant scientific/engineering discipline, or equivalent commercial experience
Experience designing and implementing quantum or cryogenic systems
Experience across multiple quantum or cryogenic system architectures
Track record of designing and delivering complex technology to specification
Experience coordinating large multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex technical outcomes
Strong hands-on understanding of cryogenic system operation and electrical measurement
Experience developing and managing strategic external partnerships
Established profile within the quantum research community, including presenting technical work to international audiences

Benefits

Comp & perks

World-class team at the forefront of the next computational era
Culture of bold innovation
Opportunity to work with unique lab infrastructure
Opportunity to see your work redefine the limits of computation
Benefits and positive work culture (details provided via OQC careers page)