Quantum Networking Systems Engineer

PhotonicNet GmbH; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A research and development company in quantum technologies is seeking a Quantum Networking Systems Engineer to design and validate quantum networking architectures. This role involves bridging experimental quantum optics and network-level engineering, with responsibilities including system design and integration of hardware. Candidates should have an MSc or PhD in relevant fields and hands-on experience in quantum optics and Python. The company offers a dynamic environment that facilitates long-term career development.

Leistungen

Opportunities to publish and file patents

Flat hierarchies and fast decision cycles

Long-term career development in a growing team

Qualifikationen

• Hands-on experience in quantum optics with single photons.
• Proficiency in Python for experimental control.
• Experience with timing electronics (TDCs, FPGAs, synchronization).
• Strong system-engineering mindset (requirements, testing, debugging).

Aufgaben

• Design system architectures combining entangled photon sources, quantum memories, detectors, optical switches, and classical sync/control.
• Develop interface and protocol specifications for quantum networking modules.
• Integrate AQLS hardware into network environments.
• Perform end-to-end network-level performance characterization.
• Develop control logic and orchestration software for quantum nodes.

Kenntnisse

Hands-on experience in quantum optics

Proficiency in Python for experimental control

Strong system-engineering mindset

Excellent communication skills in English

Ausbildung

MSc or PhD in Physics, Photonics, Electrical / Quantum Engineering

Tools

Timing electronics (TDCs, FPGAs, synchronization)

Jobbeschreibung

AQLS develops next-generation photon-pair sources, quantum memories, and integrated photonic subsystems to enable quantum applications. Our mission is to bring lab-grade quantum light technologies to industry-grade, deployable products. To strengthen our team, we are recruiting a Quantum Networking Systems Engineer at the intersection of optics, quantum communication, and systems engineering.

Location: Berlin, Germany
Company: AQLS – Advanced Quantum Light Sources
Employment: Full-time · Industry / R&D Interface

About AQLS

AQLS develops next-generation photon-pair sources, quantum memories, and integrated photonic subsystems to enable quantum applications. Our mission is to bring lab-grade quantum light technologies to industry-grade, deployable products. To strengthen our team, we are recruiting a Quantum Networking Systems Engineer at the intersection of optics, quantum communication, and systems engineering.

Your Role

As Quantum Networking Systems Engineer, you will design, implement, and validate quantum networking architectures based on AQLS’ hardware platforms (PPS-DG photon-pair sources, quantum memories, etc.). You bridge experimental quantum optics, telecommunications, and network-level engineering. Your work enables us to deploy quantum communication infrastructure, operate quantum networking testbeds, and quantum repeater demonstrators.

Key Responsibilities

• Design system architectures combining entangled photon sources, quantum memories, detectors, optical switches, and classical sync/control.
• Develop interface and protocol specifications for quantum networking modules (e.g., entanglement swapping, quantum state synchronization, heralding logic).
• Integrate AQLS hardware into network environments.
• Perform end-to-end network-level performance characterization.
• Develop control logic and orchestration software for quantum nodes (Python).

Your Profile

Required

• MSc or PhD in Physics, Photonics, Electrical / Quantum Engineering.
• Hands‑on experience in quantum optics with single photons.
• Experience with timing electronics (TDCs, FPGAs, synchronization).
• Proficiency in Python for experimental control.
• Strong system‑engineering mindset (requirements, testing, debugging).

Nice to Have

• Experience with entanglement‑based quantum communication.
• Exposure to relevant telecom network standards.
• Experience working in industry‑academia collaborations.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

What We Offer

• Work at the forefront of real‑world quantum networking and help shape Europe’s quantum infrastructure.
• A international, interdisciplinary environment: photonics, quantum physics, system engineering.
• Flat hierarchies, fast decision cycles, and direct impact on product development.
• Opportunities to publish, file patents, and close collaborate with leading European research partners.
• Long‑term career development in our growing team.