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Europe, Germany, Garching

Posted 260 days ago

(Senior) Quantum Hardware Engineer

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Role Type

🛠️ Engineer / Developer

Role Focus

🏗️ Build Systems

Seniority

🌸 PhD / Postdoc
🌳 Senior / Lead

Employer Type

🏢 Industry

This role is for a (Senior) Quantum Hardware Engineer focused on designing and building quantum computers for customers. The engineer will collaborate closely with software, mechanical, and electrical engineers, as well as algorithm teams. The main purpose is to develop and optimize key modules within the quantum computer system. This position requires continuous learning in AMO physics to enhance system performance.

Key Responsibilities

Take charge of a key module in the quantum computer, such as an imaging system or laser distribution system, to ensure its successful development.

Integrate and optimize the assigned module with the overall quantum computer system.

Rotate to new projects upon successful integration of current modules, contributing to various system developments.

Collaborate with software, mechanical, and electrical engineering teams for the development and implementation of quantum computer components.

Stay updated on advancements in AMO physics to continuously improve the performance of quantum computer systems.

Required Skills

PhD or Postdoc with a strong background in AMO physics.

Hands-on experience in setting up and operating lasers and optical systems.

Experience with at least one of: atom arrays based on optical tweezers, alkaline-earth-metal atoms, Rydberg atoms, UHV systems for ultracold atoms or trapped ions, high numerical aperture imaging and addressing, or highly stable (in frequency and amplitude) lasers.

Nice-to-have Skills

Programming experience (e.g., Python).

Electronics design.

Mechanical design.

Data analysis.

Industry experience.

Technology Tags

Neutral Atoms

The company specializes in developing quantum computers based on individual neutral atoms used as qubits.

Rydberg atoms

The job requires experience with Rydberg atoms, and the company uses high-speed Rydberg gates for its quantum computers.

Optical Tech

The role involves designing and operating various optical components and systems, including lasers, imaging systems, and optical tweezers.

Trapped ions

The job description specifies experience with UHV systems for ultracold atoms or trapped ions as a necessary requirement.

Atomic Physics

The role requires a strong background in AMO (Atomic, Molecular, and Optical) physics and involves building quantum computers using individual atoms as qubits.

Quantum Optics

The role requires expertise in AMO (Atomic, Molecular, and Optical) physics, including hands-on experience with lasers and optical systems.

Cryogenic & vacuum

The job description explicitly mentions experience with UHV (Ultra-High Vacuum) systems for ultracold atoms or trapped ions.