qubitsok.com
Cut Noise. Work Quantum.
Europe, Germany, Munich
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Posted 109 days ago
🏢 European Tech Recruit
Role Type
Role Focus
Seniority
Employer Type
This Senior Quantum Hardware Engineer role involves leading the development and integration of crucial hardware components, such as imaging or laser systems, for a cutting-edge quantum computer. The engineer will ensure their assigned module integrates smoothly into the larger system and optimize its performance. Success requires cross-disciplinary collaboration with software and mechanical teams, alongside maintaining expertise in AMO physics research to continually improve performance.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and take ownership of critical hardware modules of the quantum computer, such as imaging systems or laser distribution.
Integrate and optimize the assigned hardware module to ensure seamless functionality within the complete quantum computing system.
Collaborate closely with software, mechanical, and electrical engineers on the development and implementation of system components.
Monitor advances in Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) physics to ensure continuous performance improvement of the hardware systems.
Engage in new cutting-edge hardware challenges after successful integration of current projects.
Required Skills
Hold a PhD or Postdoc degree in Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) physics.
Hands-on expertise in setting up and operating lasers and optical systems.
Familiarity with atom arrays using optical tweezers.
Experience with Ultra-High Vacuum (UHV) systems for ultracold atoms or trapped ions.
Knowledge of ultra-stable lasers (frequency and amplitude).
Nice-to-have Skills
Programming experience, preferably using Python.
Electronics design skills.
Mechanical design skills.
Data analysis expertise.
Industry experience.
Technology Tags
The role requires a PhD or Postdoc in AMO physics, which focuses fundamentally on atomic structure and dynamics.
The description explicitly mentions working with atom arrays, optical tweezers, Rydberg atoms, and cold atoms.
Familiarity with UHV systems for trapped ions is listed as a core requirement/experience point.
The candidate needs hands-on expertise operating lasers and working with ultra-stable lasers.
The engineer will lead modules related to imaging systems and laser distribution, which are key components of photonic systems.
Familiarity with UHV systems, necessary for ultracold atoms and trapped ions, is a strong prerequisite.
Programming experience, particularly Python, is listed as a desirable skill for hardware control and data analysis.
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