qubitsok.com

Cut Noise. Work Quantum.

Back to Job Listings

Europe, Germany, Munich

Posted 124 days ago

Senior Quantum Hardware Engineer - AMO Physics

🏢 European Tech Recruit

AI Summarised
Visit Website

Role Type

🛠️ Engineer / Developer

Role Focus

🏗️ Build Systems

Seniority

🌸 PhD / Postdoc
🌳 Senior / Lead

Employer Type

🏢 Industry

This Senior Quantum Hardware Engineer role involves working at a cutting-edge Quantum Computing startup in Munich, Germany, focused on developing Quantum Supercomputers. The primary goal is to take ownership of a critical hardware module, such as imaging systems or optical tweezers, and ensure its successful integration and optimization within the larger architecture. The role requires close collaboration with software, mechanical, and electrical engineering teams. Furthermore, the engineer must stay informed about the latest advancements in AMO physics to continuously enhance system performance.

Key Responsibilities

Take ownership of a critical hardware module, such as imaging systems, optical tweezers, or laser distribution, within the quantum computing system.

Integrate and optimize the assigned hardware module within the overall wider hardware architecture.

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software, mechanical, and electrical engineering.

Stay up to date with the latest advancements in AMO (Atomic, Molecular & Optical) physics to continuously improve system performance.

Rotate across exciting new development projects after initial hardware development phases are completed.

Required Skills

PhD or Postdoc degree in AMO Physics or a closely related field

Strong hands-on experience with lasers, optics, and experimental physics setups

Experience working with one or more of the following: Optical tweezers or atom arrays, Alkaline-earth-metal or Rydberg atoms, UHV systems for ultracold atoms or ions, High-precision imaging systems, Ultra-stable laser systems

Python programming for automation or data analysis

Technology Tags

Quantum Computing

The position is focused on developing hardware for Quantum Computing Supercomputers.

Neutral Atoms

The core hardware involves systems based on Alkaline-earth-metal or Rydberg atoms and atom arrays.

Rydberg atoms

Experience working with Rydberg atoms is listed as a key requirement.

Atomic Physics

The role requires a strong background in AMO Physics (Atomic, Molecular, & Optical).

Lasers

The role involves managing key hardware modules including laser distribution and ultra-stable laser systems.

Cryogenic & vacuum

The requirements specifically list experience with UHV systems for ultracold atoms or ions.

Python

Python programming is specifically required for automation or data analysis.

Is this your company's listing?

Boost it to the top of search results and reach 497+ newsletter subscribers.

Promote This Job