Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Quantica GmbH; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 100.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Free snacks, fruits, coffee and tea

Descripción de la vacante

Quantica GmbH in Barcelona is searching for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead the advancement of their groundbreaking additive manufacturing platform. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of deep-tech engineering experience, proven leadership skills in multidisciplinary environments, and the capability to bring innovative technologies to market.

As CTO, you will oversee the R&D and engineering operations, guiding the teams to develop scalable, high-performing industrial products. This role offers significant advancement opportunities in a supportive, empowering work culture.

Formación

• 10+ years of experience in deep-tech fields such as additive manufacturing.
• Proven leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in scaling products from prototype to industrial deployment.

Responsabilidades

• Lead R&D team in developing next-generation capabilities.
• Transition prototypes into production-ready systems.
• Define overall system architecture integrating multiple technologies.

Conocimientos

Deep-tech engineering experience

Leadership in multidisciplinary teams

Industrialization expertise

Fluent in English

Educación

Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

Additive manufacturing technologies

Industrial inkjet technologies

Software development tools

Descripción del empleo

We are transforming analog manufacturing into digital.

Quantica is a venture-backed additive manufacturing technology company pioneering breakthrough printhead innovation. We've developed proprietary high-viscosity jetting technology in-house that enables professionals to print with functional materials previously considered impossible.

What sets us apart:

• Proprietary high-viscosity printhead technology (NovoJet™) - fully developed and realized in-house
• Integrated 2D/3D printing platform purpose-built for our technology
• 50+ talented professionals across multidisciplinary teams
• International presence with offices in Berlin (HQ) and Barcelona
• Well-funded through strategic VC partnerships

Our team spans printhead engineering, materials science, physics, mechanical and electronic engineering, software development, systems engineering, and commercial operations. With colleagues from five continents, English is our working language.

Role & Responsibilities

The Opportunity

We're seeking an exceptional CTO to lead the technological evolution of Quantica's proprietary additive manufacturing platform. You'll be responsible for transforming cutting-edge hardware and materials science breakthroughs into reliable, scalable industrial products ready for global deployment.

This role demands a rare combination of R&D expertise and engineering leadership to scale our next-generation hardware and software platforms across the production industry. You'll ensure our systems are high-performing, intelligent, and primed for seamless industrial integration.

Core Responsibilities

1. Technology Vision & Innovation (R&D)

• Strategic R&D Leadership: Define and champion Quantica's technology roadmap, guiding the R&D team to develop next-generation capabilities and translate them into high-value industrial applications
• Application Discovery: Lead technical feasibility studies to identify and validate breakthrough materials and industrial use cases
• Strategic Partnerships: Build and nurture relationships with leading research institutes and industrial partners to maintain our competitive edge in additive manufacturing

2. Engineering Operations & Scaling

• Productization Excellence: Systematically transition R&D prototypes into production-ready, modular systems designed for seamless integration into industrial manufacturing lines
• Quality & Reliability: Establish rigorous testing protocols ensuring hardware longevity, material compatibility, and compliance with industrial uptime standards
• Design for Manufacturing (DFM): Partner closely with the Director of Operations to optimize designs for manufacturability, cost-efficiency, and scale

3. Multi-Disciplinary Technology Strategy

• Systems Architecture: Define and oversee the overall system architecture, integrating fluid dynamics, mechanical systems, and electronics to strengthen NovoJet™'s market leadership in high-viscosity jetting
• Software & AI Innovation: Drive development of sophisticated software suites including print management systems and AI-driven nozzle compensation algorithms that enhance print quality and system intelligence
• Team Development: Lead, mentor, and scale a 20-30+ person multidisciplinary engineering organization spanning mechanical, software, firmware, electronics, and materials teams (including remote team members)
• Technical Authority: Serve as Quantica's technical spokesperson to industrial customers, partners, and investors during critical funding rounds

Education & Experience

Required:

• 10+ years of deep-tech engineering experience in fields such as additive manufacturing, inkjet technology, robotics, precision electronics, or comparable high-tech domains
• Proven leadership managing multidisciplinary teams (hardware + software) across distributed locations
• Industrialization expertise: Track record of scaling deep-tech products from lab/prototype stage to robust, 24/7 industrial deployment

Preferred:

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
• Direct experience with industrial inkjet or similar precision dispensing technologies
• Background in AI/ML applications for manufacturing (e.g., computer vision, predictive maintenance, quality control)
• The Technical Generalist: While deeply expert in one domain, you can critically evaluate PCB designs, software architecture, fluid dynamics, and materials science with equal facility
• Strategic Patience: You understand hardware development cycles and can effectively manage stakeholder expectations while maintaining momentum
• Hands-On Problem Solver: You're not afraid to roll up your sleeves and troubleshoot system failures alongside your team when needed
• Exceptional Communicator: You articulate compelling technical visions, inspire diverse teams, and translate complex concepts for non-technical stakeholders - all while maintaining relentless focus on execution

What We Offer

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities in a fast growing new company with unique technology
• A truly open-minded and supportive work environment with a high level of employee empowerment
• Free snacks, fruits, coffee and tea

Diversity Statement

Quantica is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or nationality. We will consider exceptional candidates who are not in position to relocate. Please let us know your interests and circumstances.