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Born from a philosophy of bold innovation, we’ve transitioned quantum computing from an academic ambition into a commercial reality-and we’re just getting started.\nThe Purpose\nJoin the team integrating novel hardware and software into quantum computing systems, developing prototypes and proving out new capabilities alongside engineers and scientists in quantum control and hardware.\nAs an Associate Quantum Software Engineer, you’ll develop effective software that takes technical concepts through to integrated systems, helping to add functionality and performance to OQC’s quantum computers.\nThe Role\nYou’ll develop software from the first working examples through to reliable features. Working closely with quantum engineers, you’ll turn system requirements into working prototypes and contribute to our Python-based control stack, building the experiments and tooling needed to demonstrate new capabilities and enable increasingly sophisticated processor operation.\nWe’re looking for someone with an interest in engineering solutions to varied problems, a passion for learning and a desire to work in a multidisciplinary, open team. 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