Quantum Error Correction Engineer
The HeadhunterHamburg, Germany • Siegen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Posted March 6, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
HeadHunter Group is an innovative Staffing and Recruiting Company with HQ in Dover, Delaware, USA, operating in multiple countries.
Job Description
Good Job! Good Life! The HeadHunter Group is looking for a Quantum Error Correction Engineer to develop and implement quantum error correction codes and error mitigation techniques for trapped-ion quantum computers.
Requirements
- PhD in (theoretical) physics, mathematics, computer science, or related field, or MSc with demonstrated experience in quantum error correction
- Hands-on experience implementing QEC codes or error mitigation techniques on real or simulated quantum hardware
- Strong knowledge of QEC codes, stabilizer formalism, and fault-tolerant design
- Proficiency in Python and familiarity with quantum computing frameworks such as Qiskit, Cirq, or QuTiP
- Ability to work independently on complex problems and deliver high-quality results
- Fluency in English
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Flexible working hours
- Team spirit
- Further development
- Wellness Package
- Moving Benefits
