George Templeman

OverviewWe are partnering with an innovative deep-tech company developing next-generation photonic and quantum-enabled computing systems. The team is looking to hire a hands-on engineer to support the build, integration, testing, and deployment of advanced optical and opto-electronic hardware systems. This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of photonics, quantum technologies, and high-performance computing, helping to transform cutting-edge research into robust, customer-ready products. Key ResponsibilitiesOwn the assembly, integration, commissioning, and ongoing support of complex photonic and opto-electronic subsystems.Diagnose hardware and system-level faults, perform root-cause analysis, and implement reliability improvements.Develop and improve assembly, testing, maintenance, and service procedures to support scalable product deployment.Collaborate closely with research and engineering teams to transition new technologies from R&D into manufacturable products.Support customer installations, upgrades, and technical handovers when required.Work with suppliers and vendors to source components and identify opportunities for performance improvements, simplification, and cost reduction.Contribute to system documentation, tooling, and process optimisation initiatives. RequirementsDegree (or equivalent experience) in Physics, Engineering, Photonics, Optics, or a related discipline.Proven experience building, integrating, and troubleshooting complex hardware systems involving optics, electronics, and software control.Hands-on experience working with fibre-optic components and precision optical systems.Strong practical understanding of photonic or opto-electronic instrumentation.Programming experience in Python and/or C for instrumentation, automation, data acquisition, or system analysis.Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a structured, methodical approach.Comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment with evolving priorities.Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.Desirable ExperienceQuantum optics, quantum technologies, or advanced scientific instrumentation.Optical communications, photonic integrated circuits, or laser systems.Supply chain, procurement, or bill-of-materials (BOM) management.Regulatory or compliance experience (e.g. CE, UKCA, FCC).Data centre, HPC, or large-scale hardware deployment environments.Experience within a startup, scale-up, or other deep-tech organisation. Benefits Opportunity to work on cutting-edge photonic and quantum technologies with real-world commercial applications.Exposure to multidisciplinary teams spanning physics, engineering, software, and product development.Hybrid working environment in Central London.Competitive compensation package.Significant opportunities for technical growth and career progression within a rapidly expanding deep-tech organisation

SummaryAn innovative quantum technology company is seeking a Quantum Applications Scientist to bridge the gap between advanced quantum hardware and the researchers using it.This is a highly technical, customer-facing role combining quantum computing expertise, product demonstrations, business development support, and customer engagement. You'll work closely with commercial, product, and engineering teams while engaging directly with leading research groups and organisations across the quantum ecosystem. Key ResponsibilitiesAct as a technical expert in quantum computing, quantum control, and quantum hardware systems.Conduct experiments and validate hardware capabilities against customer requirements.Lead technical discussions with customers to understand research challenges and identify solutions.Support sales activities through technical presentations, proposals, and product demonstrations.Gather customer feedback and market insights to help shape future product development.Represent the company at conferences, workshops, and customer sites worldwide. RequirementsPhD in Physics, Quantum Computing, Quantum Engineering, or a related field.Hands-on experience with experimental quantum computing systems, particularly qubit control and readout.Experience operating and troubleshooting complex laboratory setups involving RF, microwave, cryogenic, and electronic instrumentation.Strong Python programming skills for automation, control, and data analysis.Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.Strong problem-solving ability and a collaborative mindset.Nice to HaveExperience in applications engineering, sales engineering, or customer-facing technical roles.Familiarity with the commercial quantum technology landscape.Experience presenting research or technology to external audiences. Benefits & OpportunityWork with cutting-edge quantum computing technologies and leading research organisations.Influence product development through direct interaction with customers and users.International travel and visibility within the global quantum ecosystem.Competitive compensation, equity participation, and relocation support.Join a fast-growing deep-tech company helping shape the future of quantum computing.

SummaryAn innovative quantum technology company is seeking a Quantum Applications Scientist to bridge the gap between advanced quantum hardware and the researchers using it.This is a highly technical, customer-facing role combining quantum computing expertise, product demonstrations, business development support, and customer engagement. You'll work closely with commercial, product, and engineering teams while engaging directly with leading research groups and organisations across the quantum ecosystem. Key ResponsibilitiesAct as a technical expert in quantum computing, quantum control, and quantum hardware systems.Conduct experiments and validate hardware capabilities against customer requirements.Lead technical discussions with customers to understand research challenges and identify solutions.Support sales activities through technical presentations, proposals, and product demonstrations.Gather customer feedback and market insights to help shape future product development.Represent the company at conferences, workshops, and customer sites worldwide. RequirementsPhD in Physics, Quantum Computing, Quantum Engineering, or a related field.Hands-on experience with experimental quantum computing systems, particularly qubit control and readout.Experience operating and troubleshooting complex laboratory setups involving RF, microwave, cryogenic, and electronic instrumentation.Strong Python programming skills for automation, control, and data analysis.Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.Strong problem-solving ability and a collaborative mindset.Nice to HaveExperience in applications engineering, sales engineering, or customer-facing technical roles.Familiarity with the commercial quantum technology landscape.Experience presenting research or technology to external audiences. Benefits & OpportunityWork with cutting-edge quantum computing technologies and leading research organisations.Influence product development through direct interaction with customers and users.International travel and visibility within the global quantum ecosystem.Competitive compensation, equity participation, and relocation support.Join a fast-growing deep-tech company helping shape the future of quantum computing.

SummaryA cutting-edge deep-tech company developing advanced computing systems is seeking a Software Engineer to help build and optimise the core software platform that interfaces with highly specialised hardware.This is an opportunity to work on complex, performance-critical systems at the intersection of software, hardware, and scientific research. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of low-latency control and orchestration software used in production environments, collaborating closely with engineering, hardware, and research teams. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and optimise core systems software using Python, C , and/or Rust.Own critical platform components and drive improvements in performance, reliability, scalability, and operability.Develop low-latency interfaces between specialised hardware platforms and classical compute infrastructure.Collaborate with hardware and research teams to integrate new technologies from prototype through to production deployment.Build and improve CI/CD pipelines, deployment tooling, monitoring, and observability capabilities.Profile and optimise system performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing measurable improvements.Contribute to software architecture decisions, technical design reviews, and engineering best practices.Improve code quality through testing, code reviews, and maintainable software design.Work cross-functionally to translate product and customer requirements into robust software solutions. RequirementsStrong software engineering fundamentals with experience delivering production systems.Excellent Python skills, with experience in C and/or Rust being highly desirable.Experience in one or more of the following areas:Low-latency systemsLinux systems programmingHigh-performance networkingEmbedded softwareGPU programmingHardware/software integrationFamiliarity with modern software development practices including Git, testing, code reviews, and CI/CD.Experience debugging, profiling, and optimising complex software systems.Degree in Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related quantitative discipline (or equivalent experience).Experience working within commercial technology organisations, scientific computing environments, or deep-tech companies.Desirable ExperienceIntegration of hardware-adjacent systems within on-premise or data-centre environments.Knowledge of data acquisition, digital signal processing, timing synchronisation, telecommunications, or RF systems.Experience with observability and monitoring platforms.Exposure to scientific instrumentation, advanced computing platforms, or quantum technologies. Benefits & OpportunityWork on highly innovative next-generation computing technologies.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams spanning software, hardware, and scientific research.Influence the architecture and direction of complex production systems.Opportunity to solve challenging engineering problems involving performance, scalability, and hardware integration.Hybrid working environment with a strong focus on technical ownership, collaboration, and career development.