Senior Software Engineer (Quantum Computing)

About the role

The Sussex Ion Quantum Technology group are seeking to appoint a Senior Software Engineer with strong software engineering skills and the desire to train students in programming skills with a focus on ArtiQ and Python, making use of the Github environment. The successful candidate should have a proven record in assisting the timely delivery of research or industry R&D projects. 

The main areas of responsibility for the post include: 

• Carry out technical development and engineering tasks on a portfolio of research projects that require software engineering, computer programming, computer hardware control, and other lab related skills.
• Some laboratory management through help with health & safety, equipment training, maintenance, automation and assisting with experiments.
• Participation in of group activities and events such as inductions, skills development sessions for researchers, and more.
• Assisting and lead in the execution of the training activities of our doctoral training center, in particular, the trapped ion quantum computing masterclass

About you

Are you a software engineer and would like to be part of an effort to develop practical quantum computers while having the possibility of settling in a stable long-term university role?

We are looking for someone who is independent and proactive, who is organised and detail orientated. You should be highly technically skilled and be a good communicator.

About our Division/School

Please find further information regarding the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences.

The School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences is proud to hold a Bronze Athena Swan Award.

Why work here

Find out more about our reward and benefits package.

Find out about our equality, diversity and inclusion

Further Key Information

Please contact w.k.hensinger@sussex.ac.uk for informal enquiries.

For full details and how to apply, click the 'Apply' button above.

The University is committed to equality and valuing diversity, and applications are particularly welcomed from women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts in Science, Technology, Engineering, Medicine and Mathematics (STEMM) at Sussex.

Please note that this position may be subject to ATAS clearance if you require visa sponsorship.

The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed in the UK. 

Visa Sponsorship Queries: This role does not meet the eligibility for sponsorship due to its part-time nature. Please consult our Skilled Worker Visa information page for further information about Visa Sponsorship. 

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