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We’re creating an environment where brilliant minds from all backgrounds collaborate to push the boundaries of what’s possible.\nFounded to commercialise research generated over the last decade at the Cavendish Laboratory, Nu Quantum is on a mission to shape the future of quantum information systems.\nWe’re working on exciting technology that will improve the utility and accelerate the time-to-market of quantum computing systems. We integrate novel quantum photonic technology to form an efficient and scalable quantum networking infrastructure in partnership with world-leading companies and academic groups.\nAbout the role\nWe are looking for an Electronics Engineer with experience designing high-performance analogue and mixed-signal circuitry to join our highly collaborative team, supporting the development of our novel quantum networking hardware. 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