Universal Quantum
Electronics Engineer - HDL

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About Universal Quantum
At Universal Quantum, we aim to make the world a better place by engineering the future of computing. Together, we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. Our machines will be capable of solving problems until now considered impossible, with applications ranging across a broad range of industries, including healthcare, materials and aerospace. We are looking to hire an HDL Engineer within the electronics team to enable Quantum technologies. Passionate about helping create technologies which can change the world? We may be the right place for you so get in touch!
What You’ll Accomplish:
- Drive the HDL (Hardware Description Language) system design and realisation.
- Write the documentation of your circuits and verification tests.
- Develop your experience in a broad range of electronics engineering subject areas.
- Maintain the multidisciplinary collaboration with mechanical engineers, software engineers, physicists, working towards a common goal.
- Play a key role in building control systems for quantum computers.
- Maintain UQs’ position of using state of the art electronics solutions.
- Help in the planning and scheduling of projects, reporting progress and issues.
- Engage with project planning activities, risk management, and scheduling requirements.
- Help with fast turn-around proof of concepts and feasibility discussions.
- Develop a thorough understanding of the firmware and software used to control quantum computers.
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The 3 Most Critical Attributes We’ll Use to Compare Candidates
- Excellent knowledge of designing, developing, and testing digital logic circuits and systems using hardware description language (HDL) tools.
- Good knowledge of electronics circuit theory, including programming and architecture design skills.
- Familiarity with PCB schematic and layout using CAD tools, good manufacturing process knowledge and excellent verification/debug skills using electronics test equipment.
Must-have Skills:
- Minimum 8 years’ experience in high performance Electronics Design including Digital, Analog and Embedded.
- Experience in HDL design and verification using Verilog, VHDL or System Verilog.
- Use of spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes, and VNA.
- Experience of FPGAs and embedded software engineering for real time systems.
- Experience of working with suppliers and contractors.
- Demonstrate a strong discipline for thorough documentation.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Team Player.
- At least 2.1 BEng/BSc Degree in Electronics Engineering or a related discipline.
Nice-to-have Skills:
- A background in one of RF engineering, Research, Metrology, and instrumentation.
- Understanding of signal integrity, high speed digital, and EMC.
- Experience of C and/or scripting languages e.g. Python and MATLAB.
- Experience of LabVIEW.
- Pragmatic approach to decision-making and design choices.
- Team and/or project management experience.


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Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Meaningful equity participation
- Flexible holiday allowance (28 days minimum)
- Flexible working
- 10% matching pension
- Generous parental support policy
- Private health / dental insurance & group life insurance
- £2,000 annual personal development budget
- Relocation support
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to nurturing diversity and inclusion. At Universal Quantum, we’re passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, and we hold ourselves accountable through continuous improvement, transparency, and the way we design our hiring and working practices. We welcome team members from all backgrounds and actively work to ensure everyone can flourish.
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