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How much do quantum hardware engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for quantum hardware engineer in Ohio is $139,021.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $117,400.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Quantum Hardware Engineer vs Quantum Software Engineer?

AspectQuantum Hardware EngineerQuantum Software Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields; experience with hardware design and fabricationBachelor's/Master's in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related; programming skills in Python, C++, or similar
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, hardware prototyping facilities, clean roomsSoftware development environments, cloud platforms, simulation tools
Employer & Industry UsageQuantum tech companies, research labs, hardware manufacturersTech firms, research institutions, software companies working on quantum algorithms

Quantum Hardware Engineers focus on designing, building, and testing physical quantum devices, while Quantum Software Engineers develop algorithms and software to run on quantum hardware. Both roles are essential in advancing quantum technology but differ in their focus and skill sets.

What are some common challenges faced by quantum hardware engineers when scaling up quantum systems?

Quantum Hardware Engineers often encounter significant challenges when scaling quantum systems, such as maintaining qubit coherence and minimizing error rates as the number of qubits increases. Integrating control electronics and cryogenic systems while ensuring signal fidelity is another complex aspect of the role. Collaboration with physicists, materials scientists, and software engineers is essential to troubleshoot hardware limitations and develop scalable architectures. Overcoming these challenges requires creative problem-solving and a multidisciplinary approach, making the role both demanding and highly rewarding.

What is a quantum hardware engineer?

Quantum Hardware Engineers are professionals who design, develop, and maintain the physical systems that enable quantum computing. They work on building and optimizing quantum processors, cryogenic systems, control electronics, and other hardware components necessary for quantum computers. Their role is essential for advancing the practical implementation of quantum technologies, collaborating closely with physicists, software engineers, and researchers to push the boundaries of computational power. These engineers often have backgrounds in physics, electrical engineering, or materials science, and are skilled in both theoretical and hands-on laboratory work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a quantum hardware engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Quantum Hardware Engineer, you need a deep understanding of quantum physics, electrical engineering, and materials science, often supported by an advanced degree (such as a PhD) in a related field. Familiarity with technical tools like cryogenic systems, microwave electronics, and quantum measurement instruments, as well as programming languages such as Python, is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective collaboration skills distinguish top candidates in this role. These competencies are critical for designing, building, and optimizing complex quantum devices that advance the field of quantum computing.
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Infographic showing various Quantum Hardware Engineer job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $139,021 per year, or $66.8 per hour.

IT, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing Instructor, Adult-Education Adjunct

The Greater Cincinnati School Application Consortium

Lebanon, OH โ€ข On-site

$43K - $58K/yr

Part-time

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Position Type:
Adult Education Teaching/Adult Education Instructor
Date Posted:
7/28/2026
Location:
Warren County Career Center
Date Available:
TBD
Closing Date:
Until Filled
District:
Warren County Career Center
IT, Cybersecurity and Cloud Computing Instructor, Adult-Education
Adjunct Status, Part-time up to 28 hours per week/ up to 4 days a week as needed. Flexible schedule.
Responsibilities:
Designs and prepares meaningful, systematic and sequential instructions with relevant learning activities to meet objectives of the course(s) assigned.
Under the direction of the IT, Cybersecurity and Cloud Computing Program Coordinator deploys technologies and/or applications in the labs where his/her classes are assigned.
Assists students with certification assessment preparation.
Teaches courses assigned by the Program Coordinator.
Regularly revises assigned to him/her courses under the direction of and in collaboration with the Program Coordinator to assure the correlation with changing business needs derived from the ongoing and evolving developments in IT Operations, IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and Cloud Computing Technologies development and deployments, as well as introduction of new and evolving technologies, like Artificial Intelligence(AI), and Quantum Computing any other new advancements in the above mentioned fields and concentrations.
Promotes the Program and participates in recruitment of new students through a variety of activities and means.
Supports the Program Coordinator in all of the following:
Attends Program Advisory Board meetings and shares his/her perspective on the needs of the Program with the Advisory Committee in seeking the advice from the Advisory Committee on ways to advance the Program.
Modifies existing or introducing and promoting additions of new and emerging technologies into the Program.
Prepares the students to enter "on the job training" or to "get the job", and ensures that the Program standards and activities are relevant to the current and emerging needs of Businesses and Industries locally and in the State of Ohio.
Attends the Program Departmental instructional and informational meetings and "training/cross training" sessions.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator.
Demonstrates professional demeanor, and flexibility to meet the changing needs of the students.
Stays current with the changes in technologies relevant to the Program.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of five years of proven professional, practical, paid career experience in any of the following areas (or the combination of any of the following):
IT Network Infrastructure Design, Deployment, Operation, Maintenance, Upgrade, Cybersecurity and Information Security - Knowledge/practical experience of/with Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, and other major platforms and devices is definite plus.
Technical Support and Help Desk.
Network Operations Level 1 or Level 2 Network Engineering roles and responsibilities.
End User Hardware/Devices and Software: deployment, upgrade, maintenance, security, and disposal practices.
Cloud Computing experience with any or the combination of any of the following platforms and concentrations:
*Microsoft Azure; *Amazon AWS; * Google Cloud Platform (GCP); * Any other Cloud platforms or Cloud related concentrations and technologies.
General Cybersecurity and various Cybersecurity specialties and concentrations.
Software/Application and development.
Scripting in any of the following languages: Python; JavaScript; PowerShell; Ruby; PHP; Perl; and Bash.
Post-Secondary teaching experience or corporate training experience is preferred (but not required).
Valid Licensure/Permit by the Ohio Department of Education as an Adult Education Instructor.
Any combination of the following current or recent Certifications:
CompTIA: * A+, * Network +, * Linux+, * Security+, * CySA+, * Pentest+, * Cloud Essentials, * Cloud+
Cisco: * CCNA or * CCNP.
Microsoft: Azure Fundamentals, Azure AI Fundamentals, Azure Administrator Associate, or higher.
AWS: * AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner; * AWS Certified Security- Specialty; * AWS Certified Machine Learning - Specialty; * AWS Certified SysOps Administrator.
GCP: * Google Digital Leader; * Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer; * Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect.
Adheres to the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.
Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment. Able to successfully pass a BCI/FBI background check after a job offer is made.
Maintains compliance with Board policies and other applicable procedures/guidelines.
Preferred Qualification:
Familiarity, practical experience and/or Certifications with Cybersecurity and Networking technologies from any or all of the following leading vendors and training providers:
Fortinet
Palo Alto Networks
Check Point Software Technologies
CompTIA
Duties:
Classroom instructions/facilitation.
Skills/objectives demonstrations.
Assists students with certification exams preparation and evaluates students' preparedness for taking the respective exams/tests.
Support Program Coordinator with the assigned Courses' content revision to reflect on the changes in Certification requirements and the content of the courses as they imposed by respective Certification/Training authorities/bodies (i.e. CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, AWS, Google, and other future vendors or certification/regulatory bodies as they will evolve with the ongoing development and modification of the Program.
Participates in modifying the existing and the development of future courses and curriculum.
Attends departmental training sessions, meetings, Advisory Board meetings and other Departmental activities.
Stays current with the advancement and changes in technologies and concentrations assigned to teach.
Training and cross-training with other Instructors and the Program Coordinator on the existing and emerging technologies and methods of delivery of the content to the class.
Other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator or Director of Adult Education.
Location:
Warren County Career Center, Lebanon, OH.
Salary and work schedule:
$31.08 per hour.
Flexible schedule 2-4 days per week.
Monday-Thursday days and/or evenings up to 28 hours per week. If necessary, make up classes on Fridays.
How to apply:
Please apply online through the Greater Cincinnati School Application Consortium. You will see a red box labeled "apply" in the top right hand corner of this page. Each applicant's resume and qualifications will be evaluated, and those deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in interviews.
Questions?
Please contact: Gina Hall, IT, Cybersecurity and Cloud Computing Program Coordinator.
Phone: 513-933-9292.
Email: Gina.Hall@mywccc.org
An Equal Opportunity Employer
The Warren County Vocational School District is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all people regardless of age, race, color, sex, disability, religion, national origin, ancestry, culture, sexual orientation, marital status or military status. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity conducted under its sponsorship