QuantWare is building the world’s most powerful quantum processors to solve humanity's greatest challenges. We do this with our unique VIO™ technology, the only QPU architecture that breaks the hardware barriers that have held quantum computing back, unlocking the path to MegaQubit quantum processors.
With VIO, we are paving the way for the hyper-scale quantum computers that will change the world. And delivering on that vision demands people who don’t shy away from tackling the hardest challenges of our time. That’s where you come in!
As R&D Lead you will lead and coordinate technical work across several research and development projects focused on developing scalable and high-quality quantum devices.
What You'll Be DoingDrive Project Progress
Identify and manage the critical path across R&D projects
Prioritise and sequence tasks based on impact and dependencies
Ensure the team moves forward in a focused and efficient manner
Develop and Execute Experimental Strategy
Design and plan experiments
Define hypotheses and expected outcomes
Determine what experiments to run and why
Design Hamiltonians for experimental devices
Analyse and interpret results
Document and analyse experimental data
Represent findings with appropriate data visualisation
Interpret results and determine next experimental steps
Communicate outcomes and implications to internal stakeholders
Coordinate Cross-Functional Efforts
Work closely with design, fabrication, and measurement team members
Ensure R&D cycle is coherent and efficient
Balance scientific rigor with pragmatic progress
Maintain alignment with broader project and organisational goals
Anticipate and Manage Uncertainty
Identify technical risks and bottlenecks early
Plan for potential failure modes and contingencies
Adapt experimental strategies dynamically based on new information
4+ years working in experimental physics with superconducting qubits
Experience with the R&D full cycle: design → fabrication → measurement
Hands-on, practical, and focused on getting good results
Comfortable taking initiative and guiding others when needed
Lucid thinker, good communicator and influencer, pro-active/pragmatic and willing to push for decisions when a direction is needed
At QuantWare, you’ll be part of a high-performing team of world-class experts in an ambitious, fast-moving environment. From day one, you’ll have the trust, tools, and support to do your best work. Here’s what you can expect:
Competitive salary - A competitive monthly salary, plus an 8% annual holiday bonus paid out each May
Pension that’s built to last - A future-proof pension plan that includes partner and dependent coverage. QuantWare covers 63% of the premium
Flexibility built on trust - We focus on outcomes. Work flexibly, in a hybrid setup, with an open vacation policy that lets you manage your time
Relocation support - If you’re moving to the Netherlands, we’ll make the transition seamless. We cover visa support, temporary housing in most cases, and help securing the 30% tax benefit for eligible candidates.
Personal growth - We invest in your L&D, with a budget available to each team member, dependent on their individual ambitions, development needs, and performance
A focus on well-being - We support your physical and mental energy through wellness initiatives that help you recharge and stay sharp
A connected team - We make space to celebrate wins together, with team events, offsites, and spontaneous moments that bring us closer
Financial clarity - Through our partnership with Equip, you’ll get tools and expert guidance to help you understand and optimise your total compensation
Diversity & Inclusion at QuantWareAt QuantWare, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute. We believe that varied perspectives drive better decisions, foster innovation, and strengthen our work.
If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You might bring a unique perspective or skill set that makes you a great fit for our team.
As part of our recruitment process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening.
Top Skills
What We Do
QuantWare is a leading provider of quantum hardware and creator of the VIO Quantum Processor Unit (QPU) scaling technology. Leading the Quantum Open Architecture paradigm, QuantWare powers the quantum computers of customers in 20 countries, spread over four continents. QuantWare's VIO provides a scaling platform to unlock the fastest path towards systems with more than 1 million qubits. VIO is available in Quantum Processors designed by QuantWare, via Foundry Services, and as Packaging Service. Our mission is to accelerate the advent of the Quantum Computer. Visit quantware.com to learn more.
