Quantum Computing

Specialist recruitment for quantum computing teams, spanning hardware, software, and sensing across research, engineering, and commercial environments.

Through our specialist networks and deep domain focus, DeepRec.ai is uniquely positioned to support organisations building the quantum future, and the people who want to be part of it.

As one of the most complex and talent-constrained areas of Deep Tech, Quantum Computing is experiencing intense demand for highly specialised engineers, researchers, and commercial leaders who can operate at the edge of theory and application.

DeepRec.ai’s consultants have the knowledge and networks to connect exceptional quantum computing talent with the best opportunities in deep tech.

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Why Choose DeepRec.ai for Quantum Computing Recruitment?

We’ve built a dedicated Quantum Computing recruitment division here at DeepRec.ai, where our specialised consultants focus exclusively on hiring niche talent across quantum hardware, software, and sensing. 

Across the quantum ecosystem, from platform development and applied research through to early commercialisation, hiring decisions are shaped by long research cycles, scarce skill sets, and close ties to academia.

Working at this intersection allows for informed, technically grounded conversations with candidates from physics, engineering, computer science, and applied mathematics backgrounds, ensuring alignment not just on capability, but on research direction and long-term ambition.

This work is supported by a global community network and on-the-ground presence in Boston, London, Berlin, Zurich, and Dublin, giving access to highly specialised talent across the wider Deep Tech space.

Our Hiring Specialisms

Quantum Hardware

  • Quantum computing platforms (superconducting, photonic, neutral-atom, ion-trap)

  • Quantum devices, nanofabrication & integrated photonics

  • Quantum control, measurement & cryogenic systems

Quantum Software

  • Quantum control software, firmware & toolchains

  • Quantum algorithms, applications & benchmarking

  • Quantum-classical integration & compilers

Quantum Sensing

  • Quantum sensors & metrology (NV centres, atomic & photonic sensors)

  • Readout, signal processing & hardware-software integration

For Employers, This Means: 

Reduced hiring risk. Our domain expertise, talent mobility support, and in-house compliance team ensure only qualified, relevant candidates reach you, cutting wasted time and mismatched hires.

Flexible workforce solutions that scale with your demand. DeepRec.ai provides a range of options that we can tailor to your unique needs: Embedded, Retained, Contingent, and Contract hiring models.

We build a consultative partnership and take time to understand your business goals, culture, and technical roadmap before advising on the best hiring strategies to meet them. 

Rapid delivery. We fill permanent roles in an average of 30 days and contract positions in just one week, helping you avoid costly project delays.

For Candidates, This Means:

We can connect you with rare opportunities that never make it to the open market. Many of the best Quantum Computing jobs are secured through trusted networks long before they're advertised, and thanks to our position in the community, we can help you get a head start.

As part of Trinnovo Group, DeepRec.ai is B Corp certified. For quantum professionals, that means working with a recruitment partner that values responsibility, inclusion, and long-term relationships in a field built on depth and precision. 

We help you with more than introductions. From role positioning and salary benchmarks to interview prep and long-term planning, we’re here to support your growth and career ambitions.

We’re region-sensitive but globally connected. Offices in Boston, London, Berlin, Zurich, Dublin, and the USA make international opportunity accessible, while still being rooted in the local tech scenes you know best.

A Deep Tech Community

Community sits at the heart of DeepRec.ai’s hiring philosophy. The networks, conversations, and connections built through DeepRec.ai don’t just lead to roles; they keep professionals and organisations close to the ideas, people, and breakthroughs shaping the future of Quantum Computing.

Whether we’re hosting breakfast networking events from our London office, podcasting with deep tech’s pioneering thinkers, or collaborating on research papers, there are plenty of ways to get engaged with the DeepRec.ai community.

Check out the Leadership Lab Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0MlqKerf6W10DZ4FdM2wqC

Stay up to date with our events programme: https://www.deeprec.ai/events

Read the latest community insights: https://www.deeprec.ai/blog

 

QUANTUM COMPUTING CONSULTANTS

Anthony Kelly

Co-Founder & MD EU/UK

George Templeman

Senior Consultant

LATEST JOBS

Germany
Hardware Team Lead - Quantum Sensing
Role Overview We are seeking a Hardware Pre-Development Team Lead to guide the transformation of early-stage quantum sensing concepts into robust prototype systems ready for formal product development. You will work closely with physicists, hardware engineers, and software teams to define the technical roadmap, drive maturation of critical technologies, and implement agile workflows in experimental hardware environments. Key ResponsibilitiesLead a multidisciplinary hardware team advancing quantum sensing technologies from research prototypes to mature system architectures.Architect complex experimental platforms integrating optics, light sources, microwave electronics, magnetic systems, sensing elements, and precision mechanics.Define and execute structured workflows for prototype development, including iterative testing and verification processes.Apply agile methodologies (Scrum-inspired or equivalent) to enable fast iteration cycles, effective prioritization, and team collaboration.Collaborate with software and product development teams to ensure smooth transfer of validated subsystems into production.Mentor engineers and scientists, fostering a culture of ownership, technical excellence, and teamwork.Contribute to the long-term technical roadmap of our sensing platforms. Required QualificationsPhD or MSc in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Photonics, or related disciplines.7 years of experience in complex hardware or scientific instrumentation development, preferably in industry.Proven leadership of multidisciplinary engineering or R&D teams.Strong systems engineering mindset with experience integrating optics, electronics, sensing, and control systems.Track record of maturing experimental setups into robust prototypes or product-ready architectures.Experience applying agile methodologies in hardware or experimental development environments.Excellent leadership, communication, and team alignment skills.Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-tech environments where research meets engineering.Preferred (Nice to Have)Experience in quantum sensing, advanced microscopy, semiconductor inspection systems, or precision measurement instrumentation. Why Join Us?Work on groundbreaking quantum technologies with real-world impact from day one.Lead a talented, international team passionate about solving hard problems.Shape the company culture, contribute to high-level decisions, and influence product strategy.Access learning and development resources, including courses, conferences, and workshops.Enjoy 30 vacation days, wellness memberships, and flexible working conditions.Participate in equity programs, directly sharing in the company’s success.
George TemplemanGeorge Templeman
Germany
Quantum Design Engineer
Your Role We are looking for a Quantum Design Engineer to help create and refine superconducting qubit architectures with built-in error resilience. The role focuses on maximizing coherence and fidelity while embedding error mitigation directly into circuit layouts and topology. You will take designs from simulation to fabrication and measurement, collaborating closely with fabrication and measurement teams to ensure theoretical advances translate into functional, scalable quantum devices. What You’ll DoDesign and simulate superconducting qubits and multi-qubit circuits, balancing high coherence with intrinsic error protection.Develop novel architectures that reduce reliance on external error correction through design-level solutions.Benchmark decoherence mechanisms and engineer circuit geometries to minimize loss, crosstalk, and noise sensitivity.Use electromagnetic and circuit simulation tools (e.g., HFSS, Sonnet, COMSOL, Qiskit Metal) alongside custom simulation workflows.Collaborate across disciplines to integrate design with fabrication and measurement protocols.Document and analyse results, using structured feedback loops to drive continuous improvement. Who You AreMSc or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.Expertise in superconducting qubits, circuit QED, or microwave quantum devices.Proficiency with electromagnetic and circuit simulation tools (HFSS, Sonnet, COMSOL, Qiskit Metal, or equivalent).Strong understanding of decoherence mechanisms and strategies to mitigate them through design.Experienced in connecting simulation results with experimental validation.Clear communicator and collaborator across design, fabrication, and measurement teams. What We OfferOpportunity to define and shape the architecture of next-generation superconducting quantum processors.Early-stage responsibility with direct influence on prototypes and roadmap.Collaborative, science-driven environment spanning design, fabrication, and experiment.Professional growth opportunities including mentoring, training, and leadership development.Competitive compensation and benefits, including relocation support
George TemplemanGeorge Templeman
Munich, Bayern, Germany
Quantum Measurement Engineer
Your Role We are looking for a Quantum Design Engineer to help create and refine superconducting qubit architectures with built-in error resilience. The role focuses on maximizing coherence and fidelity while embedding error mitigation directly into circuit layouts and topology. You will take designs from simulation to fabrication and measurement, collaborating closely with fabrication and measurement teams to ensure theoretical advances translate into functional, scalable quantum devices. What You’ll DoDesign and simulate superconducting qubits and multi-qubit circuits, balancing high coherence with intrinsic error protection.Develop novel architectures that reduce reliance on external error correction through design-level solutions.Benchmark decoherence mechanisms and engineer circuit geometries to minimize loss, crosstalk, and noise sensitivity.Use electromagnetic and circuit simulation tools (e.g., HFSS, Sonnet, COMSOL, Qiskit Metal) alongside custom simulation workflows.Collaborate across disciplines to integrate design with fabrication and measurement protocols.Document and analyse results, using structured feedback loops to drive continuous improvement.Who You AreMSc or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.Expertise in superconducting qubits, circuit QED, or microwave quantum devices.Proficiency with electromagnetic and circuit simulation tools (HFSS, Sonnet, COMSOL, Qiskit Metal, or equivalent).Strong understanding of decoherence mechanisms and strategies to mitigate them through design.Experienced in connecting simulation results with experimental validation.Clear communicator and collaborator across design, fabrication, and measurement teams.What We OfferOpportunity to define and shape the architecture of next-generation superconducting quantum processors.Early-stage responsibility with direct influence on prototypes and roadmap.Collaborative, science-driven environment spanning design, fabrication, and experiment.Professional growth opportunities including mentoring, training, and leadership development.Competitive compensation and benefits, including relocation support.Based in Garching, Germany, at a hub of quantum research and technology.
George TemplemanGeorge Templeman