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Luke Johnson

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IBM Quantum Sales Lead UKI at IBM
📍 London, England, United Kingdom

Luke is the Quantum Sales Lead for UKI at IBM, driving the adoption of quantum technology. A University of York physics graduate and Leyah Karodia Prize winner, he is a certified Qiskit developer and IBM Quantum Distinguished Ambassador. Colleagues describe him as personable, well-organised, and hard-working.

Passionate about the convergence of computing, Luke focuses on making quantum technology accessible. He is dedicated to helping clients and developers understand and leverage quantum capabilities, viewing the UKI market as a global hub for technology innovation that he is proud to be a part of.

He was the winner of the 2019 Leyah Karodia Prize in Physics at the University of York.

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Experience
4 Years
Current Role
IBM Quantum Sales Lead UKI
Job Level
Junior
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
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Priorities

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Quantum Adoption
In his sales role, he focuses on collaborating with leading organizations to accelerate real-world adoption of quantum computing and drive client success.
Developer Enablement
As a certified Qiskit Advocate, he actively promotes learning and development in the quantum space, encouraging others to take free courses and engage with the technology.
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Career

Work history

1-2026
IBM Quantum Sales Lead UKI
IBM
2-2025 - 1-2026
Data and AI Technical Sales SME
IBM
11-2022 - 11-2023
Technical Staff Member - IBM TCG
IBM
9-2021 - 2-2025
Data and AI Architect - Enterprise
IBM
10-2020
IBM Quantum Distinguished Ambassador + Qiskit Advocate
IBM
In the press

Media appearances

An interview with a customer manager and IBM Quantum Ambassador. Featured in Quantum City (quantumcity.org.uk)
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IBM Quantum Ambassador Luke Johnson explains the incredible science behind quantum computing. Featured in Facebook (SciTechGovUK)
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Education
2016 - 2019
Bachelor of Science (BSc) & Leyah Karodia Prize Winner
University of York
2012 - 2016
A levels
Lutterworth College
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