Quantum Sensing Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Quantum Sensing Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our cross-functional team, you will play a critical role in developing next-generation small-form-factor quantum magnetometers that are exquisitely sensitive, ultrastable, and able to operate reliably in harsh fielded environments.

The successful candidate will work closely with experts in quantum sensing to develop quantum magnetometry technology that will solve pressing challenges in aeronautical positioning and navigation, geophysical surveying, and magnetic anomaly detection. A key focus of the role will be developing and implementing methods for removing magnetic and/or vibrational noise induced by the platform on which the quantum sensor is mounted.

• Perform time series analysis and develop platform and environmental noise compensation techniques using state-of-the-art digital signal processing and machine learning methods;
• Use data analytics to translate quantum sensor data streams into capabilities that solve pressing challenges for current and prospective end-users and customers;
• Perform essential research and development into novel quantum control solutions to enhance the performance of real-world quantum magnetometers;
• Develop novel theoretical models and numerical simulation tools suitable for assessing the performance of quantum sensors in real-world environments;
• Work closely with other Research and Engineering teams to deploy and validate your developed algorithms and sensing solutions on real quantum sensing hardware;
• Develop, document, and review high-quality software using Python;
• Share your insights and results with the broader Quantum Sensing Division, company, external stakeholders and customers through verbal presentations and written outlets (e.g. academic publications, technical reports, blog posts); and
• Liaise as needed with our academic and industry partners in order to perform the above duties and support new business and product development.

Requirements:

• A PhD (or equivalent industry experience) in physics, electronic engineering, computer science, mathematics, or a closely related discipline;
• Experience in the theory, numerical modelling, and/or optimization of one or more of the following: optically-pumped magnetometry in warm atomic vapour cells; quantum atomic physical systems; atom interferometry; pulse-level optimisation and quantum control techniques, digital signal processing (e.g. adaptive filtering, phase-sensitive detection);
• Experience in time and frequency digital signal processing, e.g. adaptive filtering, Kalman filtering;
• Contributing to a software system architecture with multiple components developed by different teams, adhering to best-practice software development precepts;
• Experience communicating technical results to a wide and varied audience;
• Experience with version control e.g. Git with CI/CD pipelines;
• A strong desire to work with a world leading team and a company that is fundamentally building the future of the quantum technology industry.

• Experience in modern signal processing methods (e.g. Bayesian methods, particle filtering, sequential Monte Carlo methods);
• Experience with modelling geometric / gaussian optics;
• Experience in sensor modelling and sensor signal processing, including data fusion;
• Familiarity with the Python programming language for scientific computing;
• Familiarity with quantum and/or atomic physics at an undergraduate level;
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team of physicists, engineers, software developers.

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can grow your career and contribute to cutting-edge research and development. Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional results and making a positive impact in the quantum technology industry. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding role that aligns with your skills and interests, we encourage you to apply.