Who we are

Emergence Quantum are a team of Ph.D level scientists and engineers with backgrounds spanning big tech companies, government contractors, SMEs, and academia. While our leadership has been active in quantum computing for more than 25 years, other team members bring a depth of experience working in semiconductor foundries, the leading HPC companies, and top academic research institutions.

Most importantly, we are a stable, cohesive unit that has worked together for years, building on a foundation of deep mutual trust and complementary skills.

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Leadership

David Reilly
Founder // CEO

David Reilly holds a Ph.D in quantum device physics and for the last 8 years led Microsoft’s quantum efforts in Australia, pioneering approaches to controlling and reading-out quantum computers at scale. His work on cryogenic electronics has helped establish new paradigms for scaling quantum and energy-efficient computers. David is jointly a Professor in Physics at the University of Sydney and has held positions at Harvard University and the University of New South Wales.

Thomas Ohki
Founder // CTO & CSO

Tom Ohki is a Ph.D physicist and quantum hardware engineer with deep expertise in quantum systems and control architectures from his work leading research teams at Microsoft Quantum and Raytheon / BBN Technologies. His background spans quantum computing, superconducting systems, and complex electronics.

Core team

The Emergence Quantum team combines expertise from some of the world's leading technology organisations and research institutions. We have significant experience in electronics development, integrated circuit design, cryogenics, semiconductor and superconducting device physics, thermal management, packaging, advanced computing, and quantum technologies. We are systems architects with deep experience in engineering management principles.

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Our culture

Creative ambition in science and engineering

We are a home for people who love solving gnarly technical challenges. Our team thrives on tackling the complex problems in engineering and science that others might consider impossible. We embrace creative approaches, welcome unconventional thinking, and support ambitious ideas.
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Collaboration for excellence

Our success comes from true integration of our diverse expertise. We've developed a unique working style that combines the rigor of academic research with the execution focus of industry. Team members frequently cross traditional boundaries between disciplines, leading to novel solutions that wouldn't be possible in more siloed environments.
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Impact through scale

We're driven by the potential impact of our work. This means we focus on solutions that can scale to meet real-world needs. Our track record includes not just demonstrations, but deployable systems that solve real challenges in quantum and next-generation computing.
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Scientific rigour

We maintain the highest standards of technical excellence and scientific rigour. Our team has published breakthrough results in leading journals establishing new benchmarks for integrated quantum-classical systems. We believe in open science, peer review, and sharing our advances with the broader community.

Working at EQ

We believe in building a company where exceptional people can do their best work. Our team members receive:
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  • Competitive compensation with ownership
  • The opportunity to work on foundational problems in next-generation computing
  • Collaboration with a world-class team that has a proven track record of delivery
  • A culture that values both technical excellence and work-life balance


We're always interested in connecting with talented people who share our passion for solving hard technical challenges. If you're interested in future opportunities, feel free to reach out.