Team Leader Quantum Software Applications (80-100)

Zurich Instruments


Job Location:

Zürich - Switzerland

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Zurich Instruments is a technology leader in advanced control electronics for quantum computing. Our products are used by scientists and leading high-tech companies worldwide. We help advance science and build the next generation of quantum computers.

Do you want to join our team developing control software for scaling quantum computers Are you eager to lead a team of software developers to improve user experience automation and AI-assisted workflows for quantum computing

We are looking for a leader for our Quantum Software Applications team.

Youll be based in Munich to closely interact with customers and collaboration partners. Through regular travel to Zurich you are connected with the wider engineering team

Zurich Instruments is part of the Rohde & Schwarz Group.

Your responsibilities

  • Lead a quantum software team focusing on user-facing functionality and collaboration with industrial and academic partners.
  • Drive all aspects of people development in close collaboration with our HR team.
  • Enhance LabOne Q to elevate the user experience for our customers operating Quantum Processing Units (QPUs).
  • Own the design of LabOne Qs user-facing APIs and abstractions ensuring a consistent design language across all abstraction levels.
  • Own delivery of features for LabOne Q encompassing concept implementation testing and documentation.
  • Collaborate with peers in R&D and product management on architecture interfaces and feature definition.

Your profile

Must-have
  • PhD MSc or equivalent experience in Quantum Engineering Computer Science Physics or Electrical Engineering.
  • At least 3 years of experience in team leadership.
  • Experience with quantum computing frameworks or alternatively with automation and workflow engines in a technical application.
  • Professional track record in writing and maintaining production-grade code in Python as well as API design.
  • Based in Munich with willingness to travel to Zurich once a month.
Nice-to-have
  • Hands-on background in experimental quantum computing - e.g. running experiments managing measurement data or automating calibration and characterization workflows.
  • Experience with Rust.

We offer a diverse work environment with an open and transparent company culture where personal development forms the basis of our success. We thrive on cooperation andsupportdistributed decision-making that allows everyone to take responsibility and generate substantial impact from the start and on many levels.

Now is a great time to join the team.

We look forward to receiving your resume and motivation letter.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience:

Manager

Zurich Instruments is a technology leader in advanced control electronics for quantum computing. Our products are used by scientists and leading high-tech companies worldwide. We help advance science and build the next generation of quantum computers.Do you want to join our team developing control s...

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Zurich Instruments is a test and measurement company headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. We develop and sell measurement instruments worldwide, directly or

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