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You will be part of a large, diverse team, working shoulder to shoulder with hardware engineers, software developers, electronics specialists, and quantum algorithm researchers.\nYour responsibilities\nDesign, build, characterize, and optimize state-of-the-art neutral-atom quantum computers\nDevelop and execute measuring campaigns on the quantum processor, track system performance, and maintain stable operating conditions\nInvestigate sources of noise, decoherence, and infidelity: systematically diagnose the limiting factors, propose and implement mitigation strategies\nAnalyze experimental data rigorously to extract physical insight and guide system improvements\nStay current with advances in AMO physics and quantum information science and bring relevant developments into the team's work\nDrive system architecture decisions with physics-grounded input, shaping the technical developments at a senior level\nWhat you bring\nPhD in experimental AMO physics or a closely related field, with 5+ years of postdoctoral or industry experience\nProven track record of independently designing, building, and improving complex experimental neutral atom systems\nYou have deep hands-on-experience in one or more of the following research areas:Optical tweezer arrays / optical lattices\nRydberg atoms\nTwo-valence-electron atoms\nAtomic clocks or atomic interferometers\nQuantum gates and quantum computation with atoms\n\nExperience in mentoring and training scientists or engineers\nExperience writing grant proposals and project reports is an asset\nWhat characterizes you\nYou are passionate about pushing the frontiers of experimental AMO physics\nYou take ownership and drive complex physical systems forward independently\nYou are rigorous and detail-oriented, and enjoy systematically diagnosing sources of noise and error\nYou thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment\nYou are motivated by turning fundamental physics into real, working quantum hardware\nWhy join planqc\nAt planqc, you will work on one of the most promising quantum computing architectures alongside a highly driven and collaborative team spanning physics, engineering, and software.We combine deep-tech research with an engineering mindset, turning scientific breakthroughs into scalable quantum systems.\nJoining us means:\nWorking on cutting-edge neutral atom quantum hardware\nTaking ownership of quantum systems from day one\nCollaborating with an exceptional, international team across disciplines\nContributing to a fast-growing quantum startup at a pivotal stage\nBenefits at planqcFlexible working. Flexible hours and hybrid work where the role allows.\nCompany pension. Betriebliche Altersvorsorge with an employer contribution.\nHealth and fitness. EGYM Wellpass for gyms, pools and studios, plus regular Health Days.\nJob bike. Lease a bike through planqc.\nLearning and development. Trainings and conference participation, including international conferences. Plus regular internal learning sessions where colleagues share their knowledge.\nRelocation and visa support. Practical support for international hires and their move to Germany or Austria.\nFour locations. Headquarters in Garching, an office in central Munich, plus sites in Ulm and Innsbruck.\nTeam culture. 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