NU Quantum

US Head of Business Development

Virginia, United States · Contract

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About the role

The US represents a strategically important market for Nu Quantum.
This person will be Nu Quantum's primary commercial presence in the US, operating with significant autonomy while working closely with the CEO, VPs of BD and Product, and technical leadership in Cambridge, UK.
You will shape how the US market understands and adopts Nu Quantum's networking technology, and you will be instrumental in securing the partnerships and contracts that define Nu Quantum's next phase of growth.

Join Nu Quantum - Shaping the Future of Quantum Computing Nu Quantum is building the Entanglement Fabric for quantum computing scale-out.
This is a senior individual contributor and team-building role, responsible for opening, developing, and closing relationships with the full spectrum of US stakeholders in the quantum ecosystem - from early-stage quantum hardware startups to Fortune 500 enterprises, national laboratories, and federal agencies.
What You'll be doing Strategic Partnerships and Enterprise Engagement Identify, develop, and close strategic partnerships with quantum hardware companies, HPC centres, and technology enterprises seeking to integrate or deploy quantum networking capabilities.
Government and National Lab Engagement Lead Nu Quantum's engagement with US federal agencies including DARPA, DoD, DoE on quantum programmes and procurement opportunities.
Develop and maintain relationships with key national laboratories to deepen existing partnerships and open new collaborative and commercial agreements.
Help develop and refine Nu Quantum's commercial strategy for the US, including pricing, partnership structures, and priority customer segments.
Demonstrated track record of building and closing complex, multi-stakeholder deals - including both commercial enterprise contracts and government/federal agreements.

Experience 8+ years in business development, strategic partnerships, or government relations, with at least 3 years operating in deep tech, quantum computing, semiconductors, HPC, or adjacent advanced technology sectors.
Experience engaging with US federal agencies, national laboratories, or DoD/DARPA programmes, either as a contractor, vendor, or programme participant.
Familiarity with the US quantum ecosystem - its key players, funding landscape, and policy environment.
Skills and Attributes Exceptional relationship-builder with the ability to earn trust quickly across technical, scientific, commercial, and policy audiences.

Existing relationships within the US quantum computing ecosystem, national laboratory system, or relevant federal agencies.
Experience working for or with a UK-headquartered company with a US presence.
Familiarity with ITAR, export control considerations, or security clearance processes relevant to quantum technology.
Why work with us?

Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits.
Entrepreneurial mindset - excited by ambiguity, energised by building, and comfortable adapting strategy as the market evolves.

We are looking for an experienced and mission-driven Head of Business Development, United States, to lead our commercial and strategic engagement across the US market.
Founded in 2018, Nu Quantum is a spin-out of the University of Cambridge's Cavendish Laboratory.
About the role We are looking for an experienced and mission-driven Head of Business Development, United States, to lead our commercial and strategic engagement across the US market.
At Nu Quantum, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people of all identities, orientations, backgrounds, and experiences are empowered.
Joining Nu Quantum means joining a team where you can grow professionally and be part of an inspiring mission to shape the future of technology.
We offer A central role in one of the most important technology transitions of our era, at the company leading it.

Familiarity with ITAR, export control considerations, or security clearance processes relevant to quantum technology

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