QAE - Quantum Application Engineer (2)

Qblox; Delft; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Qblox, a deep tech scaleup in the Netherlands, seeks a Quantum Application Engineer to bridge physics and agile development. You will craft user stories, maintain the backlog, and advocate quantum expertise within cross-functional teams, shaping the next generation of quantum control software and hardware products.

You should hold a PhD in Physics with experimental focus, be proficient in Python, and communicate complex quantum concepts clearly in English.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics with focus on experimental research in quantum technology.
• Proficient in Python programming.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Data-driven decision-making demonstrated.

Responsibilities

• Feature Definition: define features and functionality with the product team.
• Design and Build: work with software and hardware teams on the application layer of the control stack.
• Agile Leadership: create user stories, maintain backlog, voice of quantum expertise.

Skills

Python

Quantum computing

English communication

Analytical thinking

Agile development

Education

PhD in Physics

Tools

Python

Job description

Our Mission:

Qblox is a deep tech scaleup whose mission is to accelerate the worldwide race towards building scalable quantum computers. We achieve this by providing the world's best quantum control stacks. We combine hardware that has excellent analog performance with easy-to-use software. We develop a modular system packed with high-end FPGAs synchronized with nanosecond precision, high-speed digital interfaces to multi-gigasample data converters, and ultra low-noise and low drift analog (RF) circuits. The FPGAs contain our proprietary sequence processors that generate the pulses controlling the quantum hardware. Our software stack consists of low-level drivers, compilers, and assemblers written in C/C++ alongside higher-level tools written in Python. Our products accelerate the development of operational quantum computers globally and are compatible with a broad range of qubit technologies.

Your Missuion: Bridging Physics and Agile Development

As a Quantum Application Engineer at Qblox, you will play a central role in our agile product development process. Your core focus will be developing user stories, maintaining the product backlog, and representing essential quantum computing knowledge within the development teams. Together with the engineering teams, you will work on enhancing current designs and anticipating future user needs to ensure seamless experiment development for our customers.

Key Responsibilities

Product Design & Agile Development

• Feature Definition: Liaise with the product team to define the features and functionality to be developed.
• Design and Build: Collaborate closely with software and hardware teams to design and build the application layer, integrating and enhancing functionalities for the control stack.
• Agile Leadership: Develop user stories, maintain the product backlog, and serve as the voice of quantum computing expertise within the engineering teams.

Testing & User Experience

• Testing and Feedback: Conduct thorough testing of our software and hardware, offering valuable feedback to developers.
• UI/UX Verification: Work with the application engineering team to test the UI/UX.

Documentation, Training & Support

• User Documentation: Develop compelling tutorials for quantum computing experiments, including next-gen instrument documentation.

Skills & Qualifications

Required Experience & Competencies

• Educational Background: PhD in Physics with a focus on experimental research in the quantum technology domain.
• Programming Proficiency: Skilled in programming with Python.
• Communication Skills: Excellent English communication skills, capable of conveying complex quantum concepts clearly and effectively.
• Analytical Decision Making: Proven ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Passion for Innovation: A genuine enthusiasm for learning, sharing knowledge, and thoughtful problem-solving regarding new smart solutions.

Nice to Have

• Interdisciplinary Knowledge: Experience with software, embedded software, or electronics is a strong plus.

• Sales and Customer Support: Train the application scientists and success teams on new product developments.

Why Join Qblox?

• Global Impact: Join an R&D team directly accelerating the development of operational quantum computers and quantum networks globally.
• Inclusive Culture: We are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, valuing different perspectives and experiences to drive innovation.
• Well-being: We actively support a healthy work-life balance, are committed to gender and ethnic equality, and welcome talented individuals from worldwide.