Senior Quantum Algorithm Engineer (m / f / d) as Customer-Focused MVP Specialist

We seek a dynamic professional to drive customer engagement and MVP (minimum viable products) development at Kipu Quantum. You'll identify high impact use cases, bridge business needs with quantum computing solutions, and support technical development. This fast-paced role involves refining MVPs based on client feedback, managing multiple projects, and collaborating with sales to transition MVPs into recurring services.

Your responsibilities

• Identify high-impact use cases to prioritize MVP development in close collaboration with our sales and development team.
• Design and iterate MVPs while maintaining our high software quality standards.
• Engage with clients to gather feedback, refine solutions, and integrate them into workflows.
• Balance technical feasibility with business viability to drive successful product outcomes.
• Develop problem encoding and conduct research to determine how to divide problem-solving tasks between classical and quantum computing.
• Create hybrid workflows integrating both quantum and classical computing to optimize problem-solving strategies.
• Ensure technical feasibility of problem encoding aligned with business goals.

Your profile

• Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Quantum Computing, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field or comparable qualifications.
• Proficiency in Python, Agile development, Git, CI / CD, and cloud-based services.
• Expertise in quantum computing, hybrid workflows, and optimization research.
• Client-focused mindset with experience in requirement gathering, stakeholder management, and cross-market collaboration.
• Strong research background and deep understanding of the Quantum Computing ecosystem.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present MVPs and drive adoption.
• True startup mindset; hands-on, driven, resilient. As we are a young venture, we all must wear different hats and contribute to different aspects of the business.
• Excellent command of English is necessary and German is a big plus.

At Kipu Quantum, you have a unique opportunity to shape the future of technology by contributing to one of the most exciting startups in quantum computing. Your work will have a lasting impact as we tackle groundbreaking challenges and redefine what is possible in this cutting-edge field.

We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, international culture where openness, transparency, and innovation thrive. Here, you will be part of a team that genuinely cares about our work and each other.

Your growth matters to us. With ample opportunities for individual development, you can sharpen your skills, advance your career, and explore new horizons within a fast-paced and supportive environment.

Enjoy the flexibility to balance your professional and personal life with our adaptable working hours and remote-friendly options.

We also believe in making work life enjoyable. From regular team events that foster connections to perks like contributions toward public transport or shopping vouchers, international remote work opportunities, 30 vacation days per year and more, we are committed to creating a workplace where you can thrive.

Contact

Is this you? We hope so!

Are you confident that our mission can’t succeed without YOU on board? Don’t hesitate - submit your application today using our online form! Be sure to include your CV (in English or German), your salary expectations, and your earliest possible start date. Have questions or want to discuss the role in more detail? Reach out to Svenja Anderer, our Lead People & Culture at Kipu Quantum. We’d love to hear from you!

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About us

Kipu Quantum is a German startup focused on quantum computing, with offices in Karlsruhe and Berlin. We specialize in developing quantum algorithms tailored for specific applications and hardware. Our solutions help various industries, including pharmaceuticals, chemicals, logistics, and finance, to tackle complex problems using existing quantum hardware. We aim to make practical quantum computing accessible by significantly reducing the time needed to achieve quantum advantage for real-world applications.

In December 2023, Kipu Quantum secured €10.5 million in seed funding, led by HV Capital and DTCF (DeepTech & Climate Fonds), with participation from Entrada Ventures, Quantonation, and First Momentum Ventures. This funding will support the development of our hardware-specific quantum algorithms and accelerate the commercialization of our quantum solutions.