Quantum Software Architect

The Headhunter; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VSOP (Virtual Stock Option Plan)

Flexible working hours

Wellness package

Relocation support

Job summary

The HeadHunter Group is recruiting for a Quantum Software Architect on behalf of our client eleQtron. The role can be based in Hamburg or Siegen, Germany. You will lead the quantum software stack, drive compiler architecture, performance optimization, and HW/SW co-design to shape scalable quantum systems.

Seeking a senior professional with 3+ years in quantum computing and strong proficiency in Python, Rust, or C++. Fluency in English is required for communication within an international team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Physics, or Engineering.
• 3+ years of industry or post-graduate R&D experience in quantum computing topics.
• 3+ years of experience with Python, Rust, or C++.
• Hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq).
• Strong understanding of quantum computing paradigms, architectures, and hardware realizations.
• Expertise in quantum algorithms, compilers, and circuit design.
• Familiarity with quantum error correction methods.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware software co-design to optimize quantum computer architecture for real-world use cases.
• Perform performance analysis and optimization of quantum algorithms across different architectures.
• Define and select compute benchmarks to guide the development of our quantum computer architecture.
• Contribute to maintaining and shaping the technology roadmap, including requirements engineering.
• Design and specify compiler front-end (quantum languages), back-end (machine-specific), and optimization strategies in collaboration with the quantum software team.
• Ensure clean, testable, and scalable software implementations together with the development team.

Skills

Quantum computing experience

Programming languages: Python, Rust, C

Quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit

Quantum programming frameworks (Cirq)

English communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science, Physics, or Engineering

Tools

Qiskit

Cirq

Job description

About the job Quantum Software Architect

Good Job! Good Life!

The HeadHunter Group is an innovative Staffing and Recruiting Company with HQ in Dover, Delaware, USA, operating in Canada, Albania, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Serbia, Cyprus, Greece, and Bulgaria.

On behalf of our client eleQtron, we are looking for a Quantum Software Architect (f/m/d).
The position can be based in Hamburg or Siegen.

Please note: Candidates from outside Germany can only be considered if they already hold a valid German residence and work permit for more than five years.

Quantum Software Architect (f/m/d)

About the Role

As a Quantum Software Architect, you will take the lead in shaping the structure and development of our quantum software stack. You will drive compiler architecture, performance optimization, and HW/SW co-design to ensure scalability and efficiency across front-end and back-end compilers. This is a strategic role for an experienced professional who wants to actively define what quantum computing looks like in practice.

Your Responsibilities

Lead hardware software co-design to optimize quantum computer architecture for real-world use cases.

Perform performance analysis and optimization of quantum algorithms across different architectures.

Define and select compute benchmarks to guide the development of our quantum computer architecture.

Contribute to maintaining and shaping the technology roadmap, including requirements engineering.

Design and specify compiler front-end (quantum languages), back-end (machine-specific), and optimization strategies in collaboration with the quantum software team.

Ensure clean, testable, and scalable software implementations together with the development team.

Your Profile

Masters degree in Computer Science, Physics, or Engineering.

3+ years of industry or post-graduate R&D experience in quantum computing-related topics.

3+ years of experience with programming languages such as Python, Rust, or C++.

Proven hands-on experience with quantum programming frameworks (e.g., Qiskit, Cirq).

Strong understanding of quantum computing paradigms, architectures, and hardware realizations.

Expertise in quantum algorithms, compilers, and circuit design.

Familiarity with quantum error correction methods.

Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.

We Value (Nice to Have)

Experience in designing or implementing quantum compilers in a product-oriented environment.

A track record of driving cross-functional HW/SW co-design projects.

Ability to make roadmap-impacting decisions and deliver real implementation outcomes.

What You Can Expect from eleQtron

Competitive Salary: Fair and achievement-based compensation.

Employee Participation: Attractive Virtual Stock Option Plan (VSOP).

Flexible Working Hours: Personal freedom through adaptable schedules.

Team Spirit: Work in a diverse international team with regular events.

Professional Growth: Individualized training and room for personal development.

Wellness Package: Health benefits including UrbanSportsClub membership.

Moving Benefits: Relocation support with a welcome bonus.

At the Forefront: Be part of cutting-edge technology where research meets industry.

Modern Workplace: High-quality labs, offices, and meeting spaces.

Important: Only candidates already based in Germany or candidates from abroad with a valid German residence and work permit (minimum 5 years) can be considered for this position.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

Our client offers equal opportunity for everyone, and no person shall be discriminated against on the grounds of age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, ethnic background, race, skin color, religion or ideology, political persuasion, social background or marital status.