R&D Lead - Scalable Quantum Devices

Job Description

Job Title: R&D Lead - Scalable Quantum Devices. Location: Delft, Netherlands

Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate technical work across multiple quantum device R&D projects
• Identify and manage critical paths across research activities
• Prioritize and sequence tasks based on impact and project dependencies
• Design and plan experiments for scalable quantum devices;
• Define hypotheses, expected outcomes, and experimental goals
• Design Hamiltonians for experimental quantum systems
• Analyze, document, and visualize experimental data
• Interpret findings and determine next experimental steps
• Communicate technical outcomes and recommendations to stakeholders
• Collaborate with design, fabrication, and measurement teams
• Maintain efficient and coherent R&D workflows;
• Identify technical risks, bottlenecks, and potential failure modes
• Adapt experimental strategies based on new data and research findings

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in experimental physics involving superconducting qubits
• Experience across the full R&D cycle including design, fabrication, and measurement
• Strong hands-on experimental and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to guide projects and support team decision-making
• Strong communication, leadership, and coordination abilities
• Proactive and pragmatic approach to research challenges

Benefits and Compensation:

• Competitive monthly salary with 8% annual holiday bonus
• Pension plan with partner and dependent coverage
• Flexible work environment with open vacation policy;
• Relocation support including visa assistance and temporary housing
• Support for the Netherlands 30% tax benefit for eligible candidates
• Learning and development budget for career growth
• Wellness initiatives focused on physical and mental well-being
• Team events, offsites, and collaborative culture;
• Financial planning and compensation support through external partnership

Other Information:

• QuantWare develops scalable quantum processors using VIO™ technology
• Company encourages diversity and inclusion across the quantum industry;
• Female candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every requirement
• Pre-employment screening may be required during the hiring process