MunichJob description
You will focus on identifying optimal gate mechanisms and designing new ones to advance the development and industrial use of trapped-ion quantum computers. The job combines concept development, modelling, and simulation with close support for experimental implementation. It is particularly suited to an AMO physicist with strong theoretical expertise and a practical understanding of gate experiments. You will collaborate with product owners, the engineering and experiment teams, and external partners.
Responsibilities
- Identify and evaluate optimal gate mechanisms for trapped-ion quantum-computing architectures
- Design, model, and simulate single-qubit and multi-qubit gates
- Assess composite sequences and modulated multi-qubit gates for performance and feasibility
- Translate experimental constraints into requirements, acceptance criteria, and risk assessments
- Support implementation and interpretation of gate experiments together with the experimental team
Requirements
- Degree in physics, AMO physics, quantum optics, or a closely related field
- Strong theoretical background in gate mechanisms for atomic systems
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
Nice to have
- Doctorate or equivalent research experience in AMO physics, trapped ions, ultracold atoms, quantum optics, or quantum information
What we offer
We focus on true technological advancement rather than unrealistic roadmaps. With a pragmatic, no-nonsense approach, we move fast and avoid bureaucracy. We value your individuality and offer a flexible environment tailored to your lifestyle.
- Results-oriented environment with flat hierarchies and a passionate team
- Competitive salary with automatic inflation adjustment
- Flexible working hours, hybrid/remote work and full overtime compensation
- Career development in an emerging tech field
- German language courses, if needed
- Company pension scheme
- Choice of a flexible mobility budget or company car
- Default (mandatory) German employment benefits (e.g. health / pension / unemployment insurance, paid sick leave, maternity protection, parental leave, …)
Who we are
At neQxt, we build full-stack ion-trap quantum computers, striving for excellent performance and scalability. With decades of expertise in ion-trap technology, neQxt was spun out of Mainz University, and it is headquartered in Germany’s Frankfurt Metropolitan area. Our team of leading talent from Europe and beyond covers the entire value chain, from the basic hardware to end-user software level. Join our passionate team of ambitious scientists, engineers, technicians and quantum enthusiasts, building top-tier fault-tolerant quantum computers together!
