Quantum Control Theorist (f/m/d)

At Universal Quantum, we aim to make the world a better place by engineering the future of computing. Together, we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. Our machines will be capable of solving problems until now considered impossible, with applications ranging across a broad range of industries, including healthcare, materials and aerospace. We are looking to hire a Quantum Control Theorist (f/m/d) to design, model and test high-fidelity quantum operations. Passionate about helping create technologies which can change the world? We may be the right place for you, so get in touch!

What You’ll Accomplish

• Design control methods for high-fidelity and fast quantum operations

• Contribute to the development of accurate physics models based on real hardware specifications

• Work with the hardware teams to implement new methods on our quantum devices

• Develop procedures for benchmarking quantum operations

• Analyse experimental results and compare them against theoretical predictions and models

Requirements

The 3 Most Critical Attributes We’ll Use to Compare Candidates:

1. Experience in designing control methods for high-fidelity quantum operations
2. Strong background in the theory of light-matter interactions and modelling quantum dynamics in software
3. A proven track record of collaboration with experimental research groups and/or the quantum hardware industry

Must-have Skills (in addition to the above):

• Experience with circuit-level quantum noise models and benchmarking of quantum operations

• Proficient in writing scientific code, e.g. using Python

• PhD in quantum computing, quantum control or similar

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results in the field of research.
• This role can be based in Hamburg or you can work remotely, but you have to be based for this role in Germany.

Nice-to-have Skills

• Experience with quantum gates in ion trap devices
• Qiskit

Benefits

Competitive salary, equity options, unlimited paid holiday allowance, direct insurance pension with 50% employer contributions, group life insurance, job ticket/Deutschlandticket, supplemental health insurance, personal development budget and a relocation allowance.

We are committed to nurturing diversity and inclusion
At Universal Quantum, we're passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds. As a proud signatory of the Tech Talent Charter (TTC), we have made a number of formal commitments to help to hold ourselves accountable to both our team and peers. This includes pledging to collaborate and share best practices with others, to continuously develop plans to drive inclusion across our business, and to collect and share our diversity data annually. We welcome team members from all backgrounds, and work to create an environment where everyone can flourish freely.