Job Description

We are seeking a highly qualified Hardware Manager to lead the team launching, maintaining, developing, and operating an on-premises Helios quantum computer at a customer site. Helios is our next-generation quantum computer with 98 physical qubits and error rates <10-3. This will be our second Hardware-as-a-Service offering following our installation of a quantum computer at RIKEN's Wako, Japan campus. The manager in this position will lead a group of technical staff, including Ph.D. scientists, and oversee onsite all aspects of the quantum computer's daily operation and development. To do so, this role will be comprised of equal parts of individual technical contribution, technical leadership, and personnel management. As such, candidates will require a broad and deep understanding of quantum computing, atomic physics, and/or technical operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead a team of scientists to launch, maintain, develop, and operate an on-premises Helios quantum computer Meet high operational standards and exceed all customer contract requirements Work cross-functionally to support site visits, lab tours, and overall site operations Partner with Quantinuum staff and external collaborators to develop the local quantum ecosystem and generate high-quality research and application demonstrations using the Helios system Hire, mentor, develop, and assess your technical team Travel (domestically or internationally) up to 25%

YOU MUST HAVE:

M.S. completed Minimum 7 years of post-graduate experience (M.S. or Ph.D. inclusive) in quantum computing, scientific research, or advanced R&D involving hardware Minimum 1 year of experience serving as the technical and/or people leader of an advanced technical team Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate technical topics in English Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen

WE VALUE:

Proven hardware expertise in atomic physics systems, superconducting qubits, or other quantum computing platforms Experience in complex task or program management (schedule, risk/opportunity, etc.) A track record of high-technology (engineering or physical sciences) research and development, demonstrated by scholarly publications or granted patent A background in international and/or remote collaboration and projects Strong organizational & leadership skills; Excellent written and verbal communication skills A strong and active network of professional relationships

What is in it for you?

Working alongside a highly talented team, with leading names in the quantum computing industry. We offer a highly competitive package, equity, a positive approach to flexible working and benefits.

About Us:

Quantinuum is the world's largest integrated quantum company, driving breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-generation quantum AI. With a team of more than 600 employees, including more than 420 of them being scientists and engineers, we are leading the worldwide quantum computing revolution.

By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries.

As we celebrate the International Year of Quantum, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of this rapidly evolving field. By joining Quantinuum, you'll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

Visit our news pages to learn more about Quantinuum and our scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news
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