Product Research Physicist

Quantum Machines

. Build and maintain a deep, end-to-end understanding of the control requirements of neutral-atom platforms, including atoms in optical tweezers and lattices, across state preparation, gating, and readout .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeStuttgart • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in experimental quantum physics, particularly with neutral-atom systems, and possesses strong skills in communication, organization, and independent problem-solving. Capable of translating complex control requirements into practical solutions while engaging effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PhD In Quantum PhysicsExperimental Quantum PhysicsNeutral-Atom SystemsModeling And SimulationExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Control Requirements AnalysisSignal Chain CharacterizationQuantum Error CorrectionProduct Requirements DefinitionBenchmarking Solutions

Soft Skills

Excellent Presentation SkillsStrong Organizational SkillsTime-Management SkillsSelf-DrivenHigh Level Of Independence

Industry Keywords

Neutral-Atom PlatformsOptical TweezersReal-Time Control FlowAnalog And Digital BottlenecksExperimental Platforms

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and maintain a deep, end-to-end understanding of the control requirements of neutral-atom platforms, including atoms in optical tweezers and lattices, across state preparation, gating, and readout
Characterize control requirements of neutral-atom experiments across analog signal chains and real-time control flow
Define how control scales from a handful of qubits to large systems running quantum error correction
Identify analog, digital, and architectural bottlenecks
Translate insights into product requirements and reference architectures
Work with hardware, firmware, and software teams to shape design and delivery of a control solution
Validate proposed solutions through modeling, simulation, and engagement with experimental platforms
Benchmark solutions against real neutral-atom control needs
Engage with customers, partners, and the broader neutral-atom community to inform the roadmap

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD in quantum physics or a closely related field
3+ years of experimental quantum physics and/or computing
Track record of excellent scientific achievements
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
Excellent presentation skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Self-driven individual with a high level of independence and discipline
Hands-on experimental background with neutral-atom systems strongly preferred