Zurich Instruments

Software Engineer - Quantum Control Systems (80-100%)

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Zürich

Hybrid

80-100 Hourly

Mid level

Quantum Computing

The Role

Develop software for quantum control systems, implement data transmission, collaborate with R&D, resolve performance issues, and debug problems.

Summary Generated by Built In

Zurich Instruments is a technology leader in advanced test and measurement instruments and in control electronics for quantum computing. Our products are used in many challenging research fields by scientists all over the world and by leading high-tech companies worldwide. We help advance science and build the next generation of quantum computers.

Are you fascinated by quantum computing? Do you want to be part of the core team developing a quantum control system for hundreds or thousands of qubits? Are you passionate about high performance computing?

For our R&D team in Zurich, we are looking for a Software Engineer - Quantum Control Systems.

Your responsibilities

Develop software components interfacing with real-time qubit control and measurement electronics, covering all aspects through concept, implementation, testing, and documentation.
Implement high-throughput, low-latency data transmission for real-time qubit control and quantum error correction.
Collaborate effectively with peers in R&D and product management on architecture, interfaces, and feature definition.
Identify and resolve performance and scalability issues.
Debug complex problems across the whole stack and implement effective solutions.

Your profile

MSc in Computer Science, Quantum Engineering, Electrical Engineering or relevant practical experience.
Solid experience in writing production-grade software.
Good knowledge of modern C++ and Python.
Experience with the software development lifecycle.
Team player with great communication skills in English.
Knowledge in any of the following areas is a plus: distributed systems, GPU programming, RDMA, Rust, FPGA programming.

We offer a diverse work environment with an open and transparent company culture where personal development forms the basis of our success. We thrive on cooperation and support distributed decision-making that allows everyone to take responsibility and generate substantial impact from the start and on many levels.

Now is a great time to join the team.

We look forward to receiving your resume and motivation letter.

Top Skills

C++

Python

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The Company

HQ: Zurich

158 Employees

Year Founded: 2008

What We Do

Zurich Instruments develops and manufactures advanced products for Quantum Computing and Periodic Signal Measurement. Based in Zurich, Switzerland, with subsidiaries and offices in Germany, Japan, USA, South Korea, France, and China, we are committed to providing high-quality instrumentation and direct support to our international customers, scientists, and technologists who are dedicated to measuring complex phenomena using our instruments.

Our product range includes:

- Quantum computing control systems
- Lock-in amplifiers
- Arbitrary waveform generators
- Impedance analyzers
- Phase-locked loops
- Digitizers
- Boxcar averagers

Our team comprises individuals who are passionate about technology and work together with a collaborative and innovative approach. As part of the Rohde & Schwarz family, we are a high-end instrumentation company with steady growth and we're always looking for talented individuals who thrive on challenges and want to shape the future of technology alongside us!