Senior Quantum Applications Engineer

Responsibilities

• Evaluate state-of-the-art classical and quantum algorithms to develop solution concepts for industrial use cases.
• Identify high-impact quantum use cases in collaboration with experts in laser technology, EUV, semiconductor manufacturing, and photonics.
• Build powerful hybrid pipelines and demonstrators by combining quantum computing with high-performance computing (HPC) resources.
• Benchmark implemented prototypes against classical methods and document performance and scalability.
• Contribute to an agile team environment through backlog refinement, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Present results to stakeholders and management to help shape technology roadmaps and strategic planning.
• Cultivate relationships with technology partners, universities, and research institutes.

Requirements

• Solid expertise in quantum computing, including hands-on experience with quantum algorithms and error correction techniques.
• Practical programming experience with quantum SDKs such as Qiskit, Cirq, PennyLane, or Braket.
• Proven experience in high-performance computing (HPC) using technologies like MPI, OpenMP, or CUDA.
• Strong theoretical foundation in quantum mechanics and quantum information theory.
• Degree or PhD in Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in AMO physics, solid-state physics, or laser physics.
• Background in the semiconductor or photonics industries.
• A record of scientific publications in the field of quantum computing.
• Proficiency in German or a willingness to learn.

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape the future of quantum computing in industrial applications at a leading high-tech company.
• Close collaboration with top experts in lasers, EUV, photonics, and semiconductor technology.
• An innovative environment that encourages creativity, personal responsibility, and professional development.
• Attractive compensation and flexible working arrangements.
• Strong support for continuous training and further education.

About the Company

TRUMPF is a family-run, high-tech company with nearly 19,000 employees at 71 locations worldwide. We specialize in technologies including lasers, machine tools, EUV, and electronics, building technological worlds for future generations through a culture of collaboration and mutual trust.