AMO Physicist - Trapped Ions

Principal AMO Physicist – Trapped-Ion Quantum Hardware

UK | On-site | Full-time

Ready to define the architecture of next-generation ion-based quantum systems?

A rapidly scaling quantum technology company is seeking a Principal AMO Physicist to play a leading role in advancing high-performance trapped-ion platforms and integrated quantum hardware systems.

You will operate at the intersection of atomic physics, quantum control, and systems engineering - helping shape the technical roadmap of scalable quantum devices.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design and optimisation of advanced trapped-ion experiments
• Drive performance improvements in ion–photon interfaces and qubit control
• Own complex laboratory subsystems (lasers, RF/DC electronics, UHV hardware, control systems)
• Contribute to technical architecture and long-term platform strategy
• Mentor AMO ph...