Quantum Software Engineer

vor 8 Stunden

Garching b München DE Ulm DE planqc Vollzeit 80.000 € - 120.000 € pro Jahr


Your mission

As (Senior) Quantum Software Engineer you will be involved in developing the operation system of a quantum computer. In close collaboration with the hardware team, you will design and develop the control, monitoring, and analysis software that can be deployed to multiple quantum computers.

Key responsibilities:
  • Develop and code new features and tests to enhance projects
  • Share knowledge and collaborate effectively within the team
  • Automate testing in CI/CD pipelines 
  • Document software consistently during development
  • Continuously learn about new technologies and the workings of quantum computers


Your profile

Necessary requirements:
  • 5+ years of experience in software development for control systems, embedded devices, or experimental hardware setups
  • Strong background in one or more of the following
    • Software architecture and distributed/real-time systems
    • Control and automation software in optics or physics labs
  • Proficient in two or more programming languages, such as:
    Python, Rust, C++, C or others
  • Master's or PhD in a relevant technical field
  • Familiarity with Git and CI/CD pipeline
  • Ability to work effectively with experimental physicists and engineers
  • Comfortable working as part of a team-oriented environment
  • Fluent in English (written and spoken), German is a plus
  • Work authorization in Germany or the EU
  • Based in Munich or willing to relocate
Supplementary skills:
  • Background in optics labs (e.g. laser setups, vacuum systems, atom/ion experiments) with responsibility for software control
  • Practical experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing and integration with laboratory or industrial hardware.
  • Experience working in Scrum or agile development teams
  • Experience in startups or research-driven environments.
  • Personal tech projects or open-source contributions


Why us?

planqc, founded in 2022 by scientists from the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics (MPQ) and Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), is a pioneering quantum computing startup based in Garching near Munich. We specialize in developing highly scalable neutral-atom quantum computers, utilizing individual atoms as qubits. 
Here's why you'll love being part of our journey:
  • Cutting-Edge Innovation: At planqc, you'll work with state-of-the-art technology, using individual atoms as qubits to build highly scalable quantum computers. Our unique approach combines precision from the world's best atomic clocks, quantum gas microscopes, and high-speed Rydberg gates. Together, we're creating the fastest path to industry-relevant quantum advantage.
  • Impactful Projects: Join us as we develop groundbreaking quantum systems and software, including a 1,000-qubit computer for the Leibniz Supercomputing Centre (LRZ), a bespoke quantum computer for the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and quantum algorithms for several DLR projects.
  • Empowered by Excellence: With notable advisors and board members like Hermann Hauser (founder of ARM) and Professor Ann-Kristin Achleitner, we're guided by exceptional leadership. Our Series A funding of €50 million allows us to push boundaries and explore new horizons.
  • Dynamic Work Culture: We value innovation, collaboration, and growth. Our team of around 50 brilliant minds works from locations in Garching, Ulm, and Innsbruck, fostering an environment where creativity meets ambition. 
  • Recognition and Growth: planqc's achievements are celebrated globally. From winning the German Startup Award in 2023 to being named a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum in 2024, you'll be part of a company that's making history.
  • Work-Life Synergy: Whether it's through team events, after-work socials, or opportunities to attend quantum conferences worldwide, you'll find a supportive community that values both your professional and personal growth.


About us

At planqc, we harness the laws of quantum mechanics to build revolutionary computing systems. Our quantum computers store information in individual atoms — nature's perfect qubits — and process it through scalable arrays manipulated by precisely controlled laser pulses. This groundbreaking technology is paving the way of redifining the future of computation but also enabling transformative applications across industries.
Our roots lie in decades of international research on neutral-atom quantum technologies. Building on the technology used in the world's best atomic clocks combined with advanced quantum gas microscopes, and high-speed Rydberg gates, we've built a foundation for innovation that's unmatched.
At the heart of planqc is a commitment to excellence, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Whether you're a quantum physicist, software engineer, or operations expert, you'll find a place here to grow, contribute, and thrive.

Together, we're not just imagining the future — we're building it.

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