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GTM – Germany – Full-time
 

Classiq is a quantum computing software company.

We build the platform that enterprise teams and government organizations use to develop, optimize, and deploy quantum software across any quantum hardware.

We’re a growth-stage B2B technology company with 100+ patents and a global footprint across North America, Europe, APAC, and Israel.

As a Quantum Application Engineer, you’ll work closely with our enterprise customers in the EMEA region to help them design, build, and scale real-world quantum applications. You’ll guide onboarding, lead collaborative projects, and serve as the technical voice of the customer inside Classiq. You’ll work at the intersection of quantum research, applied engineering, and customer impact, helping some of the world’s leading companies explore and adopt quantum computing.

What you’ll do:

  • Act as a technical champion within key customer accounts
  • Lead customer onboarding and training for developers and researchers with varying quantum knowledge
  • Provide hands-on technical support
  • Design and co-execute projects that take real-world applications and solve them with quantum algorithms
  • Proactively identify new technical opportunities within customer conversations
  • Capture customer feedback and translate it into actionable insights for Product
  • Build reusable tools, insights, and methodologies that help scale successful solutions across customers

Who are you:

  • PhD in physics, computer science, or a related field to quantum information science
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in quantum algorithm design, research, or software development
  • Experience leading technical sessions with R&D and engineering teams
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain technical topics clearly
  • Strong proficiency in Python and quantum SDKs (e.g., Qmod, Qiskit, PennyLane, Cirq, Tket)
  • Located in Germany
  • Fluent in English and German, written and spoken.

Bonus points:

  • Experience with Quantum Chemistry
  • Experience with QML
  • Experience with a large variety of quantum algorithms
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On-site – Technical – Full time – Hamburg, Germany

 

At Universal Quantum we aim to make the world a better place by engineering the future of computing. Together, we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. Our machines will be capable of solving problems until now considered impossible, with applications ranging across a broad range of industries including healthcare, materials and aerospace. 

We are looking for a Cryogenics & XHV System Integration Engineer (f/m/d) to play a key role in the assembly, testing and integration of the hardware that underpins our trapped-ion quantum computing systems. Working at the intersection of cryogenics, extreme-high-vacuum technology and precision engineering, you will help bring together some of the most advanced quantum hardware in the world. If you’re passionate about solving complex technical challenges and contributing to technology with the potential to transform the future, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Accomplish:  

  • Collaborate closely with Physicists, Mechanical Engineers, and Electronic Engineers to critically evaluate and ensure the Extreme-High-Vacuum (XHV) and cryogenic compatibility of all system components.  
  • Co-developing comprehensive assembly plans together with the Lead Integration Engineer, including sequence definitions, validation tests, resource planning, and final integration testing.  
  • Own the physical integration process, performing precise mechanical assembly, component inspections, and carrying out validation tests.  
  • Lead the hands-on execution of critical qualification procedures, including advanced leak checking, multi-day bakeouts, cryogenic thermal cycling, and functional verification.  
  • Define, implement, and rigorously execute cleanroom processes and protocols for the contamination-free integration of ion traps and sensitive hardware.  
  • Design and continuously optimise testing sequences for mechanical, thermal, and electrical characteristics at all stages of the hardware assembly process.  
  • Maintain the documentation of all integration activities, ensuring consistent standardised communication across different teams and stakeholders.  
  • Act as primary support in resolving assembly anomalies; perform root-cause analysis and implement technical solutions.  

Requirements

Must-have skills: 

  • Extreme attention to details, ability to provide precise documentation, and strong organisational skills.  
  • At least 5+ years of experience in designing and commissioning of ultra- and extreme-high-vacuum systems  
  • At least 3+ years of experience in designing cryogenic systems or similar apparatuses (cryostats, cryogenic measurement setups)  
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;  a strong team player willing to coordinate assembly teams tactfully.  
  • Fluent English communication  
  • Flexibility to travel abroad for short periods to assist overseas teams when required.  

 

Nice-to-have skills: 

  • Previous experience in designing and commissioning in-vacuum ion-traps, neutral-atoms or similar systems  
  • Previous experience in integration of mechanical, cryogenic and electrical components  
  • Previous experience working in a cleanroom, laser laboratory, or quantum laboratory  
  • German knowledge > B1 

 

Please feel encouraged to apply even if you don’t match all the requirements of our job description. We would love to receive your application even if you think you’re only a partial match

Benefits

Competitive salary, equity options, flexible paid holiday allowance, direct insurance pension with 50% employer contributions, group life insurance, job ticket/Deutschlandticket, supplemental health insurance, personal development budget and a relocation allowance.

We are committed to nurturing diversity and inclusion At Universal Quantum, we’re passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, and we hold ourselves accountable through continuous improvement, transparency, and the way we design our hiring and working practices. We welcome team members from all backgrounds and actively work to ensure everyone can flourish.

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Hybrid – Technical – Full time – Hamburg, Germany

 

At Universal Quantum we aim to make the world a better place by engineering the future of computing. Together, we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. Our machines will be capable of solving problems until now considered impossible, with applications ranging across a broad range of industries including healthcare, materials and aerospace. 

We are looking to hire a SDK/UX Software Engineer (f/m/d) to design, develop and maintain software components and user interfaces for our algorithm development tools. Passionate about helping create technologies which can change the world? We may be the right place for you so get in touch!  

What You’ll Accomplish:  

  • Join our talented and enthusiastic team of scientists and engineers in designing our next generation of development environment 
  • Take ownership of key components in our algorithm development pipeline, and work closely with the quantum algorithm team to streamline and optimise their workflows 
  • Write reliable, well-documented, and high-quality software 
  • Build intuitive and user-friendly software tools and libraries to be used by internal and external developer teams 
  • Support testing, validation and deployment of various models and simulations to UQ’s HPC and/or cloud servers 
  • Develop a deep understanding of the trade-offs associated with design choices across UQ’s quantum algorithms, compilation stack and hardware processes 

Requirements

The 3 Most Critical Attributes We’ll Use to Compare Candidates 

  1. Solid programming experience in languages such as C/C++, Rust, Python across the software stack and targeting multiple platforms 
  2. Experience in designing, developing, debugging, testing, maintaining, and profiling commercial-quality software 
  3. Collaborative team player with good communication skills 

 

Must-have Skills 

  • 5+ years of experience in delivering commercial-quality software from hardware to end-user interfaces 
  • Experience with custom SDKs and developer tooling with great user experience in mind 
  • Polyglot with extensive experience in Python and at least one of C/C++, or Rust 
  • Writing readable, dependable, efficient, and well-documented code 
  • Pragmatic approach to decision making and design choices 
  • Previous experience in start-ups or fast-paced dynamic work environments 

 

Nice-to-have Skills 

  • Experience with quantum computing, Qiskit, OpenQASM 
  • Experience with HPC, acceleration, and parallelization 
  • Experience of working with cloud platforms such as Azure/GCP/AWS 
  • Experience with web services or UI frameworks
  • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in computer science, electronic engineering, or a related discipline 

 

Please feel encouraged to apply even if you don’t match all the requirements of our job description. We would love to receive your application even if you think you’re only a partial match

Benefits

Competitive salary, equity options, flexible paid holiday allowance, direct insurance pension with 50% employer contributions, group life insurance, job ticket/Deutschlandticket, supplemental health insurance, hybrid and flexible working, personal development budget and a relocation allowance.

We are committed to nurturing diversity and inclusion At Universal Quantum, we’re passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, and we hold ourselves accountable through continuous improvement, transparency, and the way we design our hiring and working practices. We welcome team members from all backgrounds and actively work to ensure everyone can flourish.

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QUDORA Technologies is a quantum technology start-up from Lower Saxony (Germany) developing full-stack quantum computers based on ion trap technology. Quantum computers hold the promise of outperforming today’s supercomputers within the next decade and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems by unleashing the power of quantum mechanics. 

QUDORA and its patented technology belong to the spearhead of the German quantum computing landscape. We have won multiple projects and signed a contract to develop a quantum computer prototype for the German Aerospace Centre (DLR) in context of the German Quantum Computing Initiative. 

To realize our vision of building Germany’s best quantum computer, we need exceptional talents for our interdisciplinary and international team. We maintain a friendly working atmosphere with flat hierarchies and a high degree of individual flexibility. We celebrate our successes with team events!

Does this spark your interest? Are you motivated to advance a technology that will soon change the world? Then we look forward to welcoming you as a full-time or part-time member of our team as soon as possible.

Your Responsabilites

  • Operating ion-trap quantum computers together with our team in Hamburg
  • Programming and optimizing pulse sequences that are executed on our ion trap quantum processors
  • Developing and characterizing calibration and automatization routines
  • Collaborating with our electronics and mechanics teams to develop hardware modules and components for our next gen ion-trap quantum computers
  • Improving the reliability and increasing up-time of our cloud-accessed quantum computers

Your Compensation Package

  • Financial compensation: We value industrial and/or academic experience with a competitive salary and offer you a mobility allowance for public transport in the form of the German Jobticket.
  • Relocation support: If you are moving to join us for this position, we will provide financial support.
  • Flexible working models: You can organize your weekly working hours flexibly. This position offers the possibility of one day of home office per week. The main focus of the work is expected to be on-site at DESY Campus, Hamburg.
  • Rest periods: You will receive 30 days of vacation. Additionally, we grant the 24th and 31st of December as extra holiday.
  • Professional development: We will support your growth through personalized training opportunities.

Your Profile

  • PhD in physics with focus on trapped-ion research
  • Excellent understanding of light-matter interaction and coherent operations with single ions
  • Experience with real-time electronic control systems and programming of pulse sequences
  • Experience with single-frequency lasers and ultra-high vacuum systems
  • Proficiency in English (written and spoken)

Nice to have

  • PostDoc experience on trapped-ion experiments
  • Experience with ARTIQ
  • Experience with surface electrode ion traps

 

Apply now! We look forward to meeting you!

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Vollzeit – Hamburg oder Siegen

eleQtron entwickelt und betreibt Quantencomputer mit einzelnen gespeicherten Ionen als Qubits. Quantencomputer nutzen ein neues Paradigma der Informationsverarbeitung, das sich rasch der Marktreife nähert. Unser einzigartiger Ansatz kombiniert lasergekühlte gespeicherte Ionen mit der Steuerung aller Rechenoperationen über Mikrowellen und maßgeschneiderten Magnetfeldern. Unsere jetzt in der Entwicklung befindlichen Rechenmaschinen werden in der Lage sein, Lösungen für Probleme zu finden, die heute noch unlösbar sind.  So ermöglichen Quantencomputer sowohl innovative Produkte und Dienstleistungen als auch neue Einsichten in verschiedensten Bereichen der Wissenschaft für eine bessere Zukunft.

Wir suchen ab sofort einen Cloud Engineer (m/w/d) für unseren Standort in Hamburg oder Siegen, der unsere skalierbare und sichere Cloud-Plattform entwickelt und betreibt, die Nutzer mit unseren Ionenfallen-Quantencomputern verbindet.

Was Dich erwartet:

Du wirst Teil unseres Quantum-Firmware-Teams als Cloud Engineer. Du entwickelst die Schnittstelle, über die die Welt auf unsere Quantencomputer zugreift. Nutzer reichen Quantenprogramme ein; deine Services kompilieren, planen und übermitteln diese an unsere Systeme und liefern anschließend die Ergebnisse zurück.

  • Entwickle und betreibe die Cloud-Services, über die Nutzer Quantenprogramme an unsere Systeme übermitteln und ihre Ergebnisse abrufen können

  • Entwickle und implementiere unsere Kompilierungs-Pipeline als skalierbaren Cloud-Service – von der Eingabe der Schaltkreise über die Transpilation bis hin zu hardwarenahen Instruktionen

  • Entwickle und pflege die öffentliche API sowie die SDK-Schnittstellen unserer Plattform

    Implementiere Job-Queuing, Scheduling und die Weiterleitung an die Hardware-Backends, einschließlich Quotenverwaltung, Priorisierung und Ergebnisverarbeitung

  • Übernimm die Verantwortung für Authentifizierung und Autorisierung auf der gesamten Plattform: Nutzer- und Mandantenidentitäten, API-Keys und Tokens sowie rollenbasierte Zugriffsrechte auf Maschinen, Jobs und Ergebnisse – auf Basis eines etablierten Identity Providers, anstatt alles von Grund auf neu zu entwickeln

  • Stelle die Mandantentrennung sicher, sodass Quantenprogramme und Ergebnisse niemals über Kundengrenzen hinweg sichtbar sind, und verwalte Secrets und Zugangsdaten über den gesamten Stack hinweg.

    Arbeite mit unseren Quantum-Firmware- und Hardware-Teams an den Schnittstellen zwischen den Cloud-Services und den Maschinen selbst zusammen

  • Statte die Plattform mit umfassender Observability aus und behalte Latenz, Durchsatz und Kosten im Blick

Was du mitbringst:

  • Du verfügst über mindestens 3 Jahre praktische Erfahrung in der Entwicklung und Bereitstellung von Backend- oder Plattform-Services in Produktionsumgebungen

  • Du verfügst über sehr gute Python-Kenntnisse; zusätzliche Erfahrung mit systemnahen Programmiersprachen wie Go, Rust oder C++ ist von Vorteil

  • Du verfügst über fundierte Kenntnisse im API-Design (REST und/oder gRPC) für Services, die von anderen Entwicklern genutzt werden

  • Du hast praktische Erfahrung mit der Implementierung von Authentifizierung und Autorisierung in Produktionssystemen, einschließlich OAuth 2.0 / OpenID Connect, Token-Handling und rollenbasierter Zugriffskontrolle

  • Du arbeitest nach sicheren Engineering-Prinzipien: Least Privilege als Standard, professionelles Secrets Management sowie ein Bewusstsein für Risiken in der Dependency- und Container-Supply-Chain

  • Du hast Erfahrung mit Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Pulumi oder vergleichbar) und CI/CD-Pipelines (GitLab CI, GitHub Actions oder vergleichbar)

  • Du verfügst über ein gutes Verständnis der DSGVO und der Anforderungen an die Datenresidenz sowie über ein echtes Interesse an digitaler Souveränität

  • Du kannst effektiv mit Experimentalphysikern und Engineers zusammenarbeiten

  • Du bist sehr anpassungsfähig und kannst dich schnell in neue Themen einarbeiten

  • Du verfügst über gute Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift; Deutschkenntnisse sind für die Zusammenarbeit mit Partnern aus dem öffentlichen Sektor von Vorteil

Was wir schätzen:

  • Betrieb eines Identity Providers in einer Produktionsumgebung (Keycloak, Zitadel, Ory, Authentik oder ein Managed IAM Service)

  • Erfahrung mit Multi-Tenant-Isolationskonzepten in SaaS-Plattformen

  • Mitwirkung an Sicherheitszertifizierungen (ISO 27001, BSI IT-Grundschutz, BSI C5) oder Umsetzung von Erkenntnissen aus Penetrationstests

  • Vertrautheit mit Quantum-SDKs und -Toolchains (Qiskit, Cirq, PennyLane, QIR) oder Hardware-Abstraktionsschnittstellen wie QDMI

  • Erfahrung mit Batch-Scheduling oder HPC-Umgebungen (Slurm oder vergleichbar)

  • Erfahrung mit Observability-Stacks wie Prometheus, Grafana oder OpenTelemetry

  • Erste Erfahrungen mit Quantencomputing oder anderen Deep-Tech-Bereichen

Was Du von eleQtron erwarten kannst:

  • Wettbewerbsfähiges Gehalt:  Eine gute Bezahlung ist für uns selbstverständlich. Besondere Leistungen honorieren wir zusätzlich

  • Flexible Arbeitszeiten:  Wir bieten persönliche Freiräume durch eine Vielzahl von Arbeitszeitmodellen

  • Teamgeist: In unserem internationalen und vielfältigen Team gehört der Spaß an der Arbeit einfach dazu und auf unsere regelmäßigen Team-Events freuen sich immer alle

  • Weiterentwickeln: Wir wollen gemeinsam wachsen und bieten unseren Teammitgliedern bedarfsgerechte, individuelle Weiterbildungen sowie viel Raum für persönliche Entwicklung

  • Wellness-Paket: Wir bieten gesundheitsfördernde Leistungen wie Fitnessprogramme wie UrbanSportsClub, um dein Wohlbefinden zu unterstützen

  • JobRad / Fahrrad-Leasing: Bleib aktiv und umweltfreundlich unterwegs – mit unserem Fahrrad-Leasing-Programm kommst du bequem und fit ans Ziel

  • Unterstützung beim Umzug: Herzlich willkommen! Mitarbeiter, die für uns umziehen, unterstützen wir gerne mit einer Prämie

  • An vorderster Front:  Arbeite an der vordersten Front der Technologie, wo akademische Forschung auf kommerzielle Anwendungen trifft

  • Moderner Arbeitsplatz: Eine hochwertige Infrastruktur mit Laborflächen, Büros und Besprechungsräumen gehört selbstverständlich zu eleQtron, denn um gemeinsam Unmögliches möglich zu machen, braucht es ein inspirierendes Arbeitsumfeld zum Wohlfühlen

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On-site – Technical – Full time

Hamburg, Germany

At Universal Quantum, we aim to make the world a better place by engineering the future of computing. Together, we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. Our machines will be capable of solving problems until now considered impossible, with applications ranging across a broad range of industries, including healthcare, materials and aerospace. We are seeking to hire a Quantum Operator (f/m/d) to operate our quantum processors. Passionate about helping create technologies which can change the world? We may be the right place for you, so get in touch! 

What You’ll Accomplish 

  • Operate, monitor, and maintain ion-trap quantum computing hardware and experimental systems. 
  • Perform calibration, optimisation, and characterisation of quantum hardware, control systems, and experimental procedures using established methods. 
  • Support the development, integration, and testing of new quantum hardware and experimental systems, working closely with physicists and engineering teams. 
  • Collect, analyse, and report experimental data to support system performance and troubleshooting. 
  • Ensure reliable and repeatable operation through careful attention to detail, hands-on problem solving, and following established procedures. 

Requirements

The Three Most Critical Attributes We’ll Use to Compare Candidates: 

  1. Strong hands-on experience with quantum control experiments: 
    Experience operating and troubleshooting AMO-based quantum systems (e.g., trapped ions, neutral atoms, or related platforms), with practical exposure to key experimental tasks such as laser cooling, state preparation, quantum control, and measurement. 
  2. High reliability and attention to detail: 
    Ability to follow experimental procedures carefully, perform repeatable calibrations and measurements, identify abnormal system behaviour, and maintain accurate records. 
  3. Strong teamwork and practical problem-solving: 
    Ability to work closely with physicists and engineers to operate systems, support hardware integration and testing, and solve experimental issues efficiently. 

Must-have: 

  • Master’s degree in AMO physics plus at least 2 years of relevant hands-on experimental experience in a laboratory setting. 
  • Experience with experimental quantum technologies, preferably involving ion-trap or neutral-atom systems, or other optical-based quantum systems. 
  • Practical experience with one or more of the following: laser and optical systems, RF/microwave control, vacuum systems, or high-precision imaging. 
  • Understanding of quantum control, state preparation, measurement, and experimental calibration. 
  • Good data analysis skills and experience using Python or similar programming tools. 
  • Ability to follow, improve, and document experimental procedures for reliable system operation. 
  • Collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively across physics and engineering teams to solve technical problems. 

Nice-to-have: 

  • PhD in physics, quantum technologies, AMO physics, or a closely related field. 
  • Experience working with surface ion traps. 
  • Experience with high vacuum and ultra-high vacuum (UHV) systems, including vacuum chambers, ion pumps, and bakeout procedures. 
  • Experience with automated experimental control, calibration, or measurement systems. 
  • Experience with hardware integration, system testing, or commissioning of new experimental equipment. 
  • Familiarity with Git, data management, or laboratory automation tools. 

Please feel encouraged to apply even if you don’t match all the requirements of our job description. We would love to receive your application even if you think you’re only a partial match.

Benefits

Competitive salary, equity options, flexible paid holiday allowance, direct insurance pension with 50% employer contributions, group life insurance, job ticket/Deutschlandticket, supplemental health insurance, personal development budget and a relocation allowance.

We are committed to nurturing diversity and inclusion At Universal Quantum, we’re passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, and we hold ourselves accountable through continuous improvement, transparency, and the way we design our hiring and working practices. We welcome team members from all backgrounds and actively work to ensure everyone can flourish.

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Kennziffer:  5561
Arbeitsort:  Hamburg
Eintrittsdatum:  01.10.2026
Karrierestufe:  Berufserfahrene
Beschäftigungsgrad:  Teilzeit, Vollzeit
Dauer der Beschäftigung:  30.09.2030
 

Vergütung: Die Vergütung erfolgt gemäß der jeweils geltenden Tarifverträge des öffentlichen Dienstes (Bund).
Hinweis: Voraussetzung für die Einstellung beim DLR ist die Sicherheitsüberprüfbarkeit nach dem Sicherheitsüberprüfungsgesetz (SÜG) sowie die Bereitschaft für eine Sicherheitsüberprüfung nach §8 ff. SÜG.

Steige ein in die faszinierende Welt des Deutschen Zentrums für Luft- und Raumfahrt e. V. (DLR), um mit Forschung und Innovation die Zukunft mitzugestalten! Mit dem Know-how und der Neugier unserer rund 12.000 Mitarbeitenden aus 100 Nationen sowie unserer einzigartigen Infrastruktur bieten wir ein spannendes und inspirierendes Arbeitsumfeld. Gemeinsam entwickeln wir nachhaltige Technologien und tragen so zur Lösung globaler Herausforderungen bei. Möchtest du diese große Zukunftsaufgabe mit uns zusammen angehen? Dann ist dein Platz bei uns!

Am DLR Institut für Quantentechnologien in Ulm entwickeln wir Präzisionsinstrumente für Raumfahrtanwendungen auf Basis von Quantentechnologien und bringen diese gemeinsam mit der Industrie zur Prototypreife. Zusätzlich treiben wir den Transfer in Luftfahrt, Digitalisierung, Energie, Sicherheit und Verkehr voran. Wir sind interdisziplinär ausgerichtet: Theoretische Grundlagenforschung und experimentelle Tests treffen auf ingenieurtechnische Implementierung.

Die Abteilung Integration von Mikro- und Nanosystemen entwickelt Technologien zur Implementierung und Miniaturisierung von Quantensystemen. Dabei werden insbesondere die herausfordernden Anforderungen in der Luft- und Raumfahrt beachtet. Darüber hinaus unterstützt die Abteilung massgeblich die Quantencomputing-Initiative des DLR, die Kompetenzen im Quantencomputing bündelt und zusammen mit Partnern aus der Wirtschaft eine industrielle Basis aufbaut.


Das erwartet dich

Die DLR Quantencomputing-Initiative ist ein Großprojekt des Deutschen Zentrums für Luft- und Raumfahrt im Bereich der Entwicklung und Nutzung von Quantencomputern. Basierend auf mehreren Jahren Grundlagenforschung werden nun innerhalb des Projektes prototypische Quantencomputer und darauf basierende Anwendungen als Teil einer Initiative der Bundesregierung entwickelt. Um den Bau der Quantencomputer zu realisieren, baut das DLR ein Konsortium aus Industriefirmen und Forschungspartnern auf.

Im Innovationszentrum Hamburg werden Ionenfallen-basierte Quantencomputer von Auftragnehmern aus der Industrie und mit Unterstützung des DLR entwickelt. Das Institut für Quantentechnologien mit der Abteilung Integration von Mikro- und Nanosystemen betreibt dazu im Auftrag der DLR Quantencomputing-Initiative ein Reinraumlabor. Neben der Bereitstellung der Geräte und Verfahren liegt der Schwerpunkt auf Qualitätssicherungsmaßnahmen und der Unterstützung der industriellen Anwender. Die Prozesskette in der Mikro- und Nanotechnologie umfasst alle notwendigen Schritte vom Wafersubstrat bis zum zusammengebauten Modul von Oberflächenfallen für Ionen auf Chipgröße.

Werde Teil unseres Teams, das im Rahmen der DLR Quantencomputer-Initiative die Technologieentwicklung und die Reinraumprozesse für die Produktion von Ionenfallen ausbaut und die Unternehmen bei der Entwicklung der nächsten Generation von Quantencomputern maßgeblich unterstützt.  


Deine Aufgaben

  • Du übernimmst wesentliche technische Aufgaben im Betrieb des Reinraumlabors und der Fertigungsanlagen und unterstützt so die Fertigung und Entwicklung von Ionenfallen Quantencomputern.
  • Du bist verantwortlich für den Betrieb der Anlagen für Nasschemischen Ätz- und Reinigungsverfahren, der Galvanik und weitere Anlagen für Nasschemische Prozesse.
  • Du wartest und hältst komplexe Anlagen und Geräte für die Fertigung und Charakterisierung von Mikro- und Nanosystemen instand.
  • Du führst selbstständig Fertigungs- und Charakterisierungsschritte durch, um die Prozessentwicklung im Rahmen von Versuchsreihen voranzutreiben.
  • Du untersuchst systematische Abweichungen und Fehler, um Ausfallwahrscheinlichkeiten und Ausfallzeiten zu reduzieren.
  • Du stellst die Versorgung mit Medien, Verbrauchsmaterialien und Betriebsmitteln sicher. 


Das bringst du mit

  • Abgeschlossene Ausbildung zur staatlich geprüften chemisch-technischen Asssistenz z.B. der Fachrichtungen Maschinenbautechnik oder ähnliche Fachrichtungen
  • Erfahrung in Laborarbeit
  • Erfahrung in der Instandhaltung von Anlagen
  • hohes Maß an Verantwortungsbewusstsein (verantwortlicher Umgang mit Gefahrstoffen und Materialien)
  • Erfahrung im mindestens einem der Bereiche: Nasschemische Ätz- oder Reinigungsverfahren, Lithographie, Galvanik, chemisch-mechanisches Polieren, Leiterplattenfertigung


Die Vergütung erfolgt je nach Qualifikation und Aufgabenübertragung bis Entgeltgruppe 09b TV EntgO Bund.

Das bieten wir dir

Das DLR steht für Vielfalt, Wertschätzung und Gleichstellung aller Menschen. Wir fördern eigenverantwortliches Arbeiten und die individuelle Weiterentwicklung unserer Mitarbeitenden im persönlichen und beruflichen Umfeld. Dafür stehen dir unsere zahlreichen Fort- und Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten zur Verfügung. Chancengerechtigkeit ist uns ein besonderes Anliegen, wir möchten daher insbesondere den Anteil von Frauen in der Wissenschaft und Führung erhöhen. Bewerbungen schwerbehinderter Menschen bevorzugen wir bei fachlicher Eignung.

Wir freuen uns darauf, dich kennenzulernen!

Fragen zu dieser Position (Kennziffer 5561) beantwortet dir gerne:

Dr. Jakob Buchheim 
Tel.: +49 731 400198 909 

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Req ID:  6063
Place of work:  Hamburg
Starting date:  01.10.2026
Career level:  Student research project and final thesis, Student employment
Type of employment:  Part time
Duration of contract:  zunächst für 6 Monate
 
Remuneration: Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector – Federal Government (TVöD-Bund)
 
Hint: Security clearance as well as the willingness to security clearance pursuant to §§ 8 ff. Security Clearance Act (SÜG) is a condition for employment at DLR
 
Enter the fascinating world of the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e. V.; DLR) and help shape the future through research and innovation! We offer an exciting and inspiring working environment driven by the expertise and curiosity of our 12,000 employees from 100 nations and our unique infrastructure. Together, we develop sustainable technologies and thus contribute to finding solutions to global challenges. Would you like to join us in addressing this major future challenge? Then this is your place!
 

At the DLR Institute of Quantum Technologies in Ulm, we develop precision instruments for space applications based on quantum technologies and bring them to prototype maturity together with industry. In addition, we are driving forward the transfer to aeronautics, digitalisation, energy, security and transport.  We have an interdisciplinary approach: Theoretical basic research and experimental tests meet engineering implementation.

What to expect                     

The Department for the Integration of Micro- and Nano-systems (QT-IMN) develops technologies for the implementation and miniaturization of quantum systems. In particular, the challenging requirements of the aerospace industry are taken into account and possibilities to increase the scalability of the systems are explored.

At our Hamburg-Lokstedt site, we collaborate with start-ups that are developing ion-trap-based quantum computers for the German Aerospace Center (DLR). As part of this collaboration, we develop and characterize chip-based optical waveguides for our project partners. The objective of this position is to set up and characterize diode lasers. These lasers will be used to upgrade an existing measurement system for determining the intrinsic losses of optical waveguides by enabling measurements at additional wavelengths.

Your tasks 

  • You assemble and characterize diode lasers from provided components. The diode lasers are designed to emit light at wavelengths of 935 nm and 780 nm.
  • You continuously optimize and further develop the scattered-light measurement technique and the insertion-loss method for characterizing the intrinsic losses of optical waveguides.
  • You determine the intrinsic losses of in situ fabricated optical waveguides.
  • You develop software to control the individual system components and to automate the experiments described above.
  • You contribute to the further development of our control software.

Your profile

  • Student in a scientific university degree program (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in natural sciences (e.g., Physics, Chemistry) or natural sciences or engineering (Electrical Engineering, Information Systems) or other degree programs relevant to the position
  • first Knowledge of microsystems engineering, of atomic, molecular, or laser physics and in creating graphical user interfaces in Python or LabVIEW

Unfortunately, it is not possible to offer remuneration for the completion of the Master’s thesis. There may be an opportunity to work as a student assistant in a related field. Remuneration for this role, depending on qualifications and the tasks assigned, may be up to pay band E5 of the TVöD as part-time work.

We offer

DLR stands for diversity, appreciation and equality for all people. We promote independent work and the individual development of our employees both personally and professionally. To this end, we offer numerous training and development opportunities. Equal opportunities are of particular importance to us, which is why we want to increase the proportion of women in science and management in particular. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preference if they are qualified.

We look forward to getting to know you!

 

If you have any questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 6063) please contact:

 

Dr. Jakob Buchheim 
Tel.: +49 731 400198 909 

 
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Worum es geht

THALVIC entwickelt das hochpräzise Inertialnavigationssystem THALVIC-N1. Basierend auf modernster Atom-Interferometrie bestimmen wir Position und Bewegung absolut eigenständig und störungssicher.

Unser Systems-Engineering-Fundament steht: Mechanik, Vibrationsisolierung, magnetische Abschirmung, Steuerelektronik und Ruggedization. Um das physikalische Herzstück des Systems zur industriellen Reife zu führen, suchen wir eine exzellente wissenschaftliche Führungskraft.

Die Rolle

Strategische Ausrichtung
Leitung und Entwicklung des atomphysikalischen Sensorkerns.

Wissenschaftliche Exzellenz
Aufbau und Steuerung hochkarätiger Forschungskooperationen mit führenden Instituten.

Umsetzung
Verantwortung für das Labor-Setup und die konsequente Führung zum industriellen Proof-of-Concept.

Repräsentation
Die starke wissenschaftliche Stimme von THALVIC nach außen und gegenüber strategischen Investoren.

Wen wir suchen

Wir suchen absolute Umsetzungskraft. Entscheidend ist für uns der unbedingte Wille, aus Laborphysik ein robustes Industrieprodukt zu formen.

  • Tiefgehende Expertise in Atomphysik, Quantenoptik, kalten Atomen (BEC) oder verwandten Feldern.
  • Hands-on Erfahrung mit komplexen optischen oder atomphysikalischen Laboraufbauten.
  • Ausgeprägtes unternehmerisches Denken und der Antrieb, eine Schlüsseltechnologie zu skalieren.
  • Erfahrung in der strategischen Fördermittelakquise ist ein starkes Plus.

Ob PostDoc, erfahrener Wissenschaftler (m/w/d) oder ambitionierter Promovierender – entscheidend ist die Bereitschaft, den wissenschaftlichen Lead in einem stark wachsenden Deep-Tech-Unternehmen zu übernehmen.

Was wir bieten

C-Level Position
Gründungsrolle mit substanzieller echter Unternehmensbeteiligung.

Starkes Netzwerk
Strategische Anbindung an das DESY Start-up Office, HQIC Hamburg und den Startup Port Hamburg.

Finanzierung
Gezielte Einbindung in strategische Förderprogramme für einen gesicherten Start.

Validiertes Fundament
Die Hardware, Elektronik, Systemarchitektur und funktionale Sicherheit (bis SIL 3) basieren auf über einem Jahrzehnt profunder Industrieerfahrung.

Kontakt

Jawad Sahibzadeh · Gründer & CEO

info@thalvic.com · Hamburg

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  • Vollzeit
  • Hamburg oder Siegen

eleQtron entwickelt und betreibt Quantencomputer mit einzelnen gespeicherten Ionen als Qubits. Quantencomputer nutzen ein neues Paradigma der Informationsverarbeitung, das sich rasch der Marktreife nähert. Unser Ansatz kombiniert Laserschemata für Kühlung, Initialisierung und Auslese mit durch Magnetic Gradient Induced Coupling (MAGIC) und Mikrowellenkontrolle für universelle Gate-Sets. Ergänzt wird dies durch fortschrittliche Quantum-Control-Techniken und dedizierte Firmware, um im Hochfidelitätsbereich und unterhalb der Fehlerschwelle der Quantenfehlerkorrektur (QEC) zu arbeiten.

Ein zentrales Ziel unserer Technologie-Roadmap ist die Realisierung fehlertoleranter Quantencomputer. Dafür kombinieren wir Hochfidelitäts-Hardware mit mikroskopischer physikbasierter Modellierung, Hardware-Software-Co-Design, fortschrittlichen Charakterisierungs- und Benchmarking-Methoden sowie detaillierten numerischen Simulationen. Ziel ist es, die Systemperformance realistisch abzubilden und optimale QEC-Strategien sowie die entsprechenden Systemanforderungen zu identifizieren.

Im Rahmen unserer Initiative im Bereich fehlertolerantes Quantencomputing erweitern wir unser Foundations & Concepts Team und suchen einen Quantum Error Correction Scientist (m/w/d) zur strategischen Weiterentwicklung unserer Aktivitäten im Bereich Quantum Error Correction und Fault Tolerance.

 

Rollenübersicht:

Als Quantum Error Correction Scientist (m/w/d) arbeitest du an der Entwicklung von QEC-Infrastruktur, realistischer Circuit-Level-Noise-Modellierung, Decoder-Benchmarking, Logical-Performance-Analysen sowie hardwarebewusster Forschung im Bereich Quantum Error Correction.

Die Rolle bietet dir die Möglichkeit, in einer frühen Phase von eleQtrons QEC-Aktivitäten einzusteigen und maßgeblich beim Aufbau der Infrastruktur mitzuwirken, die für realistische QEC-Studien und erste Demonstrationen logischer Architekturen entscheidend sein wird.


Was Dich erwartet:

  • Aufbau von Simulations- und Benchmarking-Infrastruktur für realistische Fault-Tolerance-Studien auf Basis hardwarebasierter Noise-Modelle

  • Analyse logischer Performance, Decoder-Strategien, Ressourcenanforderungen und Skalierungsverhalten von Quantum-Error-Correction-Architekturen

  • Zusammenarbeit mit System Operators, Architekten und Application Scientists zur Verknüpfung von Hardware-Charakterisierung mit Logical-Level-Performance-Analysen

  • Beitrag zu frühen Demonstrationen logischen Quantencomputings sowie zur Weiterentwicklung von eleQtrons zukünftigen Fault-Tolerance-Fähigkeiten

Was Du mitbringst:

  • Masterabschluss mit herausragender Masterarbeit oder Promotion in Physik, Quantum Information, Informatik oder einem verwandten Fachgebiet

  • Solider Hintergrund in Quantum Error Correction und fehlertolerantem Quantencomputing, beispielsweise Erfahrung mit Stabilizer-Formalismen, Decoder-Frameworks oder realistischer Noise-Modellierung

  • Hervorragende analytische Fähigkeiten in numerischen Simulationen und Performance-Modellierung

  • Fähigkeit zur Arbeit in einem internationalen und diversen Team an der Schnittstelle von Theorie, Software und Hardware

  • Fließende Kommunikationsfähigkeiten in Englisch

 

Was Du von eleQtron erwarten kannst:

  • Wettbewerbsfähiges Gehalt:  Eine gute Bezahlung ist für uns selbstverständlich. Besondere Leistungen honorieren wir zusätzlich.  

  • Flexible Arbeitszeiten:  Wir bieten persönliche Freiräume durch eine Vielzahl von Arbeitszeitmodellen. 

  • Teamgeist: In unserem internationalen und vielfältigen Team gehört der Spaß an der Arbeit einfach dazu und auf unsere regelmäßigen Team-Events freuen sich immer alle. 

  • Weiterentwickeln: Wir wollen gemeinsam wachsen und bieten unseren Teammitgliedern bedarfsgerechte, individuelle Weiterbildungen sowie viel Raum für persönliche Entwicklung. 

  • Wellness-Paket: Wir bieten gesundheitsfördernde Leistungen wie Fitnessprogramme wie UrbanSportsClub, um dein Wohlbefinden zu unterstützen. 

  • Unterstützung beim Umzug:  Herzlich willkommen! Mitarbeiter, die für uns umziehen, unterstützen wir gerne mit einer Prämie. 

  • An vorderster Front:  Arbeite an der vordersten Front der Technologie, wo akademische Forschung auf kommerzielle Anwendungen trifft. 

  • Moderner Arbeitsplatz:  Eine hochwertige Infrastruktur mit Laborflächen, Büros und Besprechungsräumen gehört selbstverständlich zu eleQtron, denn um gemeinsam Unmögliches möglich zu machen, braucht es ein inspirierendes Arbeitsumfeld zum Wohlfühlen. 

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Referenznummer: 02/2025,
Standort: Hamburg

Ihre Aufgaben

■ Inbetriebnahme und Charakterisierung von Messelektroniken
■ Test und Aufbau von Verstärkerschaltungen
■ Mechanische Arbeiten und Gehäusebau

Unsere Anforderungen

■ erfolgreich abgeschlossene Ausbildung im Bereich Elektrotechnik oder vergleichbar
■ Erfahrung in der Messtechnik
■ routinierter Umgang mit dem Löten von SMD-Bauteilen
■ Kenntnisse in der µC Programmierung (z.B. C, Assembler) wünschenswert
■ Erfahrungen im Platinenlayout wünschenswert
■ schnelle Auffassungsgabe sowie Zuverlässigkeit und Lernbereitschaft sind Grundvoraussetzungen

Kontakt

Wir freuen uns auf Ihre aussagekräftige Bewerbung. Bitte senden Sie diese ausschließlich per E-Mail mit Angabe der Referenznummer, Ihrer Gehaltsvorstellung und Verfügbarkeit an:

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Hybrid | Technical | Full time

Location: Haywards Heath, England, United Kingdom or Hamburg, Germany

 

At Universal Quantum we aim to make the world a better place by engineering the future of computing. Together, we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. If you have a background in quantum physics and don’t see the perfect role advertised, please use this opening to tell us more about yourself.  

Passionate about helping create technologies which can change the world? We may be the right place for you so get in touch! 

Requirements

We would be particularly interested to chat if you have one or more of the following: 

  • An experimental PhD in trapped ions or neutral atoms 
  • Experience carrying out experimental demonstrations of quantum gates or other quantum operations for quantum computing 
  • Experience carrying out experimental demonstrations of multi-qubit quantum algorithms or quantum simulations 
  • A strong publication record in the field of quantum technologies 
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We are looking for a Quantum Error Correction Engineer who will join our team of Quantum Physicists creating blueprints and strategies for next generation quantum computers, with a specific focus on fully fault-tolerant implementations using the ParityQC Architecture.

Your task

As a Quantum Error Correction Engineer, you will develop pioneering algorithms in the realm of quantum computing.  These novel quantum algorithms are specifically co-designed to run on various quantum computing platforms. You will utilize the specific advantages of different quantum error correction codes or noise-biased hardware platforms to develop fully fault-tolerant strategies for implementing universal quantum algorithms in the ParityQC Architecture. You will also be involved in noise simulations to study and improve the resulting error rates of the developed implementations and find suitable near-term applications.

Required Skills & Experience

  • PhD in (theoretical) physics, mathematics, or related subject with a focus on quantum computation
  • Deep understanding of quantum computation and quantum information, in particular experience with quantum error correction codes and stabilizer formalism
  • Basic programming skills
  • High degree of creativity and pro-activeness
  • Ability to work self-initiated and independently, experience in research
  • Fluency in English

 

Preferred Experience

  • A proven track record in quantum computing with a focus on implementing quantum algorithms in a fault-tolerant manner
  • Experience with object-oriented programming and software development, in particular in Python
  • Knowledge of noise-biased hardware platforms, e.g. bosonic codes
 
What we offer

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of computing. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations. The position offers the possibility to conduct research and publish in peer-reviewed journals. Furthermore, we offer an appealing work environment with an international, motivated team and the flexibility to partially work from home.

 

Why ParityQC?

  • Excellent work-life balance
  • Flexible working hours with home office options
  • An innovative and international working environment
  • Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
  • Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

 

Hard Facts

  • Job: Full time
  • Remuneration based on experience
  • Place: Innsbruck or Hamburg

Interested?

Please submit your CV and a cover letter to recruiting@parityqc.com explaining why you are interested in working at ParityQC and how your experience makes you a great fit for this position.

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We are looking for a Quantum Use-Case Developer to join our team of Quantum Physicists and Engineers creating the next generation of quantum computers.  This role involves the analysis and investigation of real-world use cases for quantum computation, and to develop mathematical models to best encode them onto quantum hardware using the ParityQC architecture.  These investigations are integral to the development of our main product ParityOS, a toolchain of software that translates optimization problems from its raw mathematical formulation to a complete quantum program.

Your task

As a Quantum Use-Case Developer, you will develop pioneering models of real-world optimization problems in the realm of quantum computing.  You will invent novel mathematical formulations of industry-relevant problems such that they can best make use of the advantages offered by the Parity Architecture.  You will develop algorithms for both analog and digital quantum computers, and write code to implement and simulate your models in order to understand and maximize their performance.  You will encounter many challenges which will give you the chance to grow in your role, and you will increase your knowledge by discussing and working within a world-class, international team of experts.  The use-cases you develop will be valuable in connecting with customers who have real-world optimization problems to solve on near-term quantum computers and beyond.

Required Skills & Experience

  • PhD or Master’s degree in (theoretical) physics, mathematics or a related subject
  • Experience with mathematical modelling as well as with optimization problems and their complexity
  • Experience with quantum computing and in particular quantum optimization
  • Programming skills, especially Python
  • High degree of creativity and proactiveness
  • Ability to work self-initiated and independently, experience in research
  • Fluency in English

Preferred Experience

  • PhD in physics, mathematics, or a related field
  • Experience in industry, with a focus on optimization and/or quantum computing
  • German skills are a plus, but not required

 

What we offer

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of computing. ParityOS is the first fully cloud-based operating system for quantum computers. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations. The position also offers the possibility to conduct research and publish in peer-reviewed journals. Furthermore, we offer an appealing work environment with an international, motivated team and the flexibility to partially work from home.

Why ParityQC?

  • Excellent work-life balance
  • Flexible working hours with home office options
  • An innovative and international working environment
  • Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
  • Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

  • Job: full time
  • Remuneration based on experience
  • Place: Innsbruck or Hamburg

Interested?

Please submit your CV and a cover letter to recruiting@parityqc.com explaining why you are interested in working at ParityQC and how your experience makes you a great fit for this position.

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We are looking for a Quantum Hardware Physicist who will join our team of quantum scientists creating next-generation quantum computers. We partner with multiple hardware manufacturers and tailor the quantum algorithm to the specific hardware. The role is principally focused on the theoretical modelling and simulation of superconducting circuits, trapped ions, atoms, spin qubits or NV-centers based QC. Your focus will be either on one or multiple of these hardware platforms. You will develop pioneering realizations of multi-qubit gates including noise effects and support the co-designing of algorithms and error correction protocols specifically adapted to these hardware platforms, using the ParityQC architecture.

 

Your task

As a Quantum Hardware Physicist, you will theoretically model the underlying physics of superconducting circuits, trapped ions, atoms, spin qubits or NV-center hardware platforms including noise effects. You will utilize the specific advantages of superconducting circuits, trapped ions, neutral atoms, spin qubits or NV-center based quantum computers to co-design performant algorithms and to propose the experimental realization of improved qubit gates. This co-development of hardware and software requires both a profound theoretical knowledge of quantum information theory as well as a deep understanding of the specific qubit platforms. Your tasks involve creating innovative techniques and strategies to tackle optimization problems in the ParityQC Architecture for these hardware platforms.

 

Required Skills & Experience

  • PhD degree in physics or related subject
  • Deep understanding of one of these hardware platforms: neutral atoms (Rydberg atoms), superconducting circuits, spin qubits or trapped ions
  • Deep understanding of quantum computation and quantum information
  • Programming skills, in particular Python
  • High degree of creativity and proactiveness
  • Ability to work in a self-initiated and independent way
  • Experience in research
  • Fluency in English

Preferred Experience

  • German skills are a plus, but not required

 

What we offer

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of quantum computers. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations. The position will allow you to  conduct research and publish in peer-reviewed journals.

Why ParityQC?

  • Excellent work-life balance
  • Flexible working hours with home office options
  • An innovative and international working environment
  • Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
  • Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

  • Job: full time
  • Remuneration based on experience
  • Place: Innsbruck or Hamburg

Interested?

Please submit your CV and a cover letter to recruiting@parityqc.com explaining why you are interested in working at ParityQC and how your experience makes you a great fit for this position.

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We are looking for a Quantum Algorithm Developer who will join our team of Quantum Physicists creating next-generation quantum computers. The role involves mainly the development of algorithms and quantum hardware proposals using the ParityQC architecture. We are developing ParityOS, a toolchain of software that translates optimization problems from their raw mathematical formulation to a complete quantum program, that can be specifically customized for the underlying hardware platform.

Your task

As a Quantum Algorithm Developer, you will develop pioneering algorithms in the realm of quantum computing. These novel quantum algorithms are specifically co-designed to run on near-term quantum devices. You will utilize the specific advantages of different hardware platforms, e.g., trapped ions, neutral atoms, or superconducting quantum computers to design performant algorithms and to propose how to experimentally realize the necessary algorithmic building blocks. We develop optimization algorithms both digital and analog for our architecture. The focus of our company is the co-development of hardware and software, which requires both theoretical knowledge of quantum information theory, as well as a deep understanding of the current qubit platforms. Your tasks involve creating innovative techniques and strategies to tackle optimization problems in the Parity Architecture as well as refining them and pushing their limits.

Required Skills & Experience

  • PhD or Master’s degree in (theoretical) physics, mathematics or related subject with a focus on quantum computation
  • Deep understanding of at least of one of the current qubit platforms (atoms, ions, superconducting qubits, etc.)
  • Deep understanding of quantum computation and quantum information
  • Programming skills, in particular Python
  • High degree of creativity and proactiveness
  • Ability to work self-initiated and independently, experience in research
  • Fluency in English

Preferred Experience

  • PhD in quantum physics (theoretical physics)
  • Quantum error correction codes and/or stabilizer codes
  • A proven track record in quantum physics and in particular quantum information
  • German skills are a plus, but not required

 

What we offer

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of computing. ParityOS is the first fully cloud-based operating system for quantum computers. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations. The position offers the possibility to conduct research and publish in peer-reviewed journals. Furthermore, we offer an appealing work environment with an international, motivated team and the flexibility to partially work from home.

Why ParityQC?

  • Excellent work-life balance
  • Flexible working hours with home office options
  • An innovative and international working environment
  • Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
  • Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

  • Job: full time
  • Remuneration based on experience
  • Location: Innsbruck or Hamburg

Interested?

Please submit your CV and a cover letter to recruiting@parityqc.com explaining why you are interested in working at ParityQC and how your experience makes you a great fit for this position.

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We are looking for a Quantum Hardware Physicist (Superconducting Qubits) to join our team of theoretical physicists. In this role, you will be instrumental in realizing the ParityQC Architecture using superconducting qubits, working closely with our hardware partners.

Your Task

  • Conduct theoretical research on superconducting circuits to develop innovative quantum processor architectures.
  • Analyze the performance of quantum algorithms on superconducting hardware, enhance their efficiency, and demonstrate improvements on real hardware.
  • Design and optimize superconducting circuits, including developing custom tools for simulation and analysis.

 

Required Skills & Experience

  • PhD or Master’s degree in Physics or a related field.
  • Proven experience with superconducting circuits in the context of quantum computation (either theoretical or experimental).
  • Strong programming skills, particularly in Python.
  • Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

 

What we offer

We are a spin-off working in one of the most exciting emerging technology fields. There are no long-time proven concepts on what we are doing – we need to invent everything from scratch, and we are therefore able to shape a whole new generation of computing. We are pioneers in this field and develop the blueprints for the upcoming generations. The position also offers the possibility to conduct research and publish in peer-reviewed journals.

Why ParityQC?

  • Excellent work-life balance
  • Flexible working hours with home office options
  • An innovative and international working environment
  • Motivated team, friendly atmosphere, flat hierarchies
  • Continuous training and encouragement of personal development

Hard Facts

  • Job type: Full-time
  • Compensation: Based on experience
  • Location: Innsbruck (Austria) or Hamburg (Germany)

Interested?

Please submit your CV and a cover letter to recruiting@parityqc.com explaining why you are interested in working at ParityQC and how your experience makes you a great fit for this position.

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At Universal Quantum we aim to make the world a better place by developing new computer technology. Together, we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. Our machines will be capable of solving problems until now considered impossible, with applications ranging across a broad range of industries including healthcare, materials and aerospace. We are looking to hire a Labortechniker/in /Laborassistent/in (f/d/m) to support the installation of Ultra-High Vacuum (UHV) hardware and componentry required for our quantum devices. Passionate about helping create technologies which can change the world? We may be the right place for you so get in touch!

 

What You’ll Accomplish:

  • Assist with the assembly and integration of mechanical, optical, electronic and cryogenic systems.
  • Assemble mechanical components and source components based on defined specifications
  • Support test setups and collect data (e.g., organising temporary test spaces, booking equipment, procuring required materials, monitoring tests).
  • Maintain and organise essential lab resources, including stock supplies for mechanical, optical and electronic assemblies and test equipment.
  • Assist in maintaining lab facilities and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Drive 5S principles for an efficient and clean working environment.
  • Actively participate in facilities planning, risk assessments, and hazard mitigations in support of health and safety priorities.
  • Working as part of a multidisciplinary team of quantum, mechanical and electrical engineers

Requirements

The 3 Most Critical Attributes We’ll Use to Compare Candidates:

  • German language skills at B2 or above
  • Skilled at hands-on work, assembly, testing and troubleshooting.
  • Experience in maintaining safe and efficient work environments, including proactive health and safety management

 

Must-have Skills:

  • Strong experience in assembling, maintaining and data acquisition of complex technological systems.
  • Experience in assembling mechanical systems, and integration with electrical or optical systems.
  • Familiarity with health and safety regulations, including risk assessments and emergency preparedness.
  • Strong organisational skills, including stock and resource management.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; team-oriented mindset.

 

Nice-to-have Skills:

  • Knowledge of test setups from both a mechanical and system perspective.
  • Proficiency in reading mechanical drawings and interpreting design specifications.
  • Experience troubleshooting electro-mechanical, or optical systems (e.g. for maintenance)
  • Ability to design mechanical components using basic CAD tools
  • Experience with thermal management and cooling systems for high-precision equipment.
  • Experience working with lasers, optical components, and alignment systems for high-precision or experimental setups, including troubleshooting laser systems, beam alignment, and performing optical measurements.
  • Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python for data acquisition and analysis
  • Degree or completed coursework in Mechanical Engineering, Quantum/Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline. 

 

Benefits

Competitive salary, equity options, unlimited paid holiday allowance, direct insurance pension with 50% employer contributions, group life insurance, job ticket/Deutschlandticket, supplemental health insurance, personal development budget and a relocation allowance.

We are committed to nurturing diversity and inclusion
At Universal Quantum, we’re passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds. We have made a number of formal commitments to help to hold ourselves accountable to both our team and peers. We welcome team members from all backgrounds, and work to create an environment where everyone can flourish freely.

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