Quantum Applications Architect — Customer-Facing

Quandela; Massy; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit-sharing

Health coverage

Transport support

Meal vouchers

Fitness support

Childcare support

Job summary

Quandela in Massy, France, is seeking a Quantum Applications Engineer to translate real-world challenges into quantum computing problems and benchmarks. You will work with industrial and academic partners to identify use cases, assess feasibility, and define meaningful performance targets.

A strong background in quantum algorithms and Python is essential, with excellent communication to customers. The role offers a hybrid setup (3-4 days onsite in Massy, 1 day in Paris or some days remotely) and

Qualifications

• PhD in quantum computing, quantum information, physics, applied mathematics or related field.
• Strong knowledge of quantum algorithms and near-term quantum technologies.
• Experience communicating complex topics to customers and partners.
• Proven ability to translate industrial problems into computational tasks.
• Proficiency with Python and scientific computing tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess quantum use cases with customers and partners.
• Perform feasibility studies for NISQ-era approaches.
• Define benchmarks and classical baselines for evaluation.
• Explore application domains and contribute to roadmaps.
• Evaluate value and prioritise applications for impact.
• Design proofs of concept and demonstrations with teams.
• Present technical work to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with algorithm, ML, product and engineering teams.

Skills

Quantum computing knowledge

Python programming

Communication skills

English proficiency

Analytical thinking

Customer-facing experience

Education

PhD in quantum computing / related field

Master's degree + experience

Tools

Python

Jira

Job description

Quandela in Massy, France, is seeking a Quantum Applications Engineer to translate real-world challenges into quantum computing problems and benchmarks. You will work with industrial and academic partners to identify use cases, assess feasibility, and define meaningful performance targets.

A strong background in quantum algorithms and Python is essential, with excellent communication to customers. The role offers a hybrid setup (3-4 days onsite in Massy, 1 day in Paris or some days remotely) and