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Senior Quantum Engineer - Quantum Processors

On-site in San Sebastián·Full-time·Added over a year ago

This job was published a year ago

Quantum Motion

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Overview

Job details

Permanent contract
Full-time hours.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Quantum Motion doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work on-site in San Sebastián
No relocation package mentioned.
Have senior-level experience
Senior-level role.
Doctorate
“PhD degree in physics, engineering or related field.” — per the ad.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Competitive salary
Flexible working hours
Choice of laptop

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, marital status, gender reassignment, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws (including those of the United States and Spain).

Requirements

What we're looking for

PhD degree in physics, engineering or related field.
Proven record of experience in characterisation of nanoelectronic devices.
Proficiency with Python
Expertise in radiofrequency or microwave electronics
Ability to independently design and carry out complex experiments; perform data analysis and prepare technical reports and presentations.
Strong collaborative approach with good communication and interpersonal skills
An inquisitive nature and logical approach to problem solving

Nice to have

Experimental experience with semiconductor quantum dots.
Experience in development of software interfaces to hardware/instrumentation.
Experience leading research teams.

The role

Our mission is global, and Spain and the US is the next chapter in our journey. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to be an employee at a scale-up 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

As an Senior Quantum Engineer, you will play a critical role in the development and execution of experiments focused on silicon-based quantum systems.

What you'll do

Designing, configuring, and executing experiments on multi-qubit silicon devices, with an emphasis on high-frequency, low-noise signal acquisition.
Supporting the architectural design of scalable quantum computing systems built on silicon platforms.
Assisting in the commissioning and optimisation of cryogenic infrastructure, including dilution refrigerator setups, for quantum device testing.
Writing and maintaining software tools for measurement automation and data analysis.
Performing rigorous analysis of experimental results to support internal decision-making and technical manuscripts.

About Quantum Motion

Quantum Motion is a UK-based quantum computing startup focused on developing scalable silicon quantum processors. The company is working on building quantum computers using standard CMOS manufacturing processes, aiming to make quantum computing commercially viable by leveraging existing semiconductor technology. It is a deep-tech company with a strong focus on engineering, physics, and advanced hardware development.

Quantum Motion has a growing presence in Spain, with open roles based in Barcelona for senior quantum engineers and a DevOps engineer. The company offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge quantum hardware in a collaborative, research-driven environment. For international professionals, this is a chance to join a well-funded startup at the forefront of quantum technology, with roles that require deep technical expertise and offer significant impact.

Founded: 2017
Employees: 50–200
Headquarters: London, UK
In Spain: Barcelona
Website: quantummotion.tech

Good to know if you are moving

Quantum Motion is a startup, so employees may have more direct impact on projects and a faster-paced environment.
The company is working on silicon-based quantum computing, a field with high growth potential and strong industry interest.
Spain roles are based in Barcelona, a major tech hub in Europe with a growing international community.
The company uses Personio for its careers page, indicating a structured HR process for applicants.
Quantum Motion is a UK company, so international hires in Spain may need to consider visa and tax implications.

In their own words

About the company & team

Quantum Motion is a fast-growing quantum computing scale-up headquartered in London and founded by internationally renowned researchers from University College London and Oxford University, with over 40 years’ experience in developing qubits and quantum computing architectures. Bringing together state-of-the-art cryogenic facilities and an outstanding interdisciplinary team, we are developing quantum processors based on industrial-grade silicon chips, with the potential to radically transform computing power in areas such as materials modelling, medicine, artificial intelligence and more.

This role supports forms part of our global investment in state-of-the art facilities across London (UK), Sydney (Australia), San Sebastián (Spain) and Maryland (the 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 regional strengths in semiconductors and cryogenics around the world.

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 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.

Since 2021 our team has been listed every year in the “Top 100 Startups worth watching” in the EE Times, and our technology breakthroughs have been featured in The Telegraph, BBC and the New Statesman. Our founders are internationally renowned researchers from UCL and Oxford University who have pioneered the development of qubits and quantum computing architectures. Our chairman is the co-founder of Cadence and Synopsys, the two leading companies in the area of Electronic Design Automation. We’re backed by a team of top-tier investors, and we have recently closed our Series C funding of $160 million.

We bring together the brightest quantum engineers, integrated circuit (IC) engineers, quantum computing theoreticians and software engineers to create a unique, world-leading team, working together closely to maximise our combined expertise. Our collaborative and interdisciplinary culture is an ideal fit for anyone who thrives in a cutting-edge research and development environment focused on tackling big challenges and contributing to the development of scalable quantum computers based on silicon technology.

Our team of 110+ is based in the UK (Oxford and London), Australia (Sydney), Spain (San Sebastián) and the US.