Senior Quantum Fault-Tolerance Architect (f/m/d)

About the Position

eleQtron develops and operates full-stack quantum computers based on trapped-ion technology. Our approach combines laser schemes for cooling/initialization/readout, engineered magnetic-field gradient induced coupling (MAGIC) combined with microwave control for universal gate sets, and advanced quantum control techniques and dedicated firmware to work within the high-fidelity regime and below the error threshold of quantum error correction (QEC).

As part of our initiative towards fault-tolerant quantum computing, we are expanding our Foundations & Concepts team and are looking for a Senior Quantum Fault-Tolerance Architect (f/m/d) to help establish and grow this strategic activity within the company.

Role Overview

As Senior Quantum Fault-Tolerance Architect (f/m/d), you will help shaping eleQtron’s long-term roadmap towards logical quantum computing, driving research activities in quantum error correction and fault tolerance, contributing to key architectural decisions, coordinating cross-functional efforts across hardware, software, system architecture and applications, and playing a leading role in building and growing the company’s fault-tolerance capability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive fault-tolerant quantum-computing strategies and logical architectures for trapped-ion MAGIC quantum processors.
• Lead hardware-aware quantum error-correction studies and guide architectural decisions for future processor generations.
• Coordinate realistic performance models connecting hardware characterization, circuit-level noise models, and logical performance metrics.
• Work closely with System Architecture, System Operations, Software Engineering, and Quantum Applications teams to support the co-design of future fault-tolerant quantum computers.
• Contribute to the development and mentoring of a growing fault-tolerance team while supporting eleQtron’s long-term technology roadmap.

Requirements

• PhD in Physics, Quantum Information and Computation, or a closely related field.
• Exceptional postdoctoral or industrial research experience in quantum error correction and, ideally, logical architecture design.
• Demonstrated scientific leadership and the ability to drive independent research activities.
• Ability to work effectively across theory, hardware, software, and engineering disciplines.
• Fluent communication in English.

We Offer

• Competitive salary: We value our team members and therefore provide remunerations that reflect this, additionally rewarding achievements.
• Flexible working hours: We offer personal freedom through a variety of flexible work schedules.
• Team spirit: In our international and diverse team, and with our regular team events, having fun at work is simply part of the game.
• Further development: We want to grow together and so we offer our team members’ needs-based, individualized further training as well as plenty of room for personal development.
• Wellness Package: We offer health-promoting benefits such as fitness programs like UrbanSportsClub to support your well-being.
• Moving Benefits: A warm welcome! We are happy to support employees who move for us with a bonus.
• At the forefront: Work at the forefront of technology, where academic research meets commercial applications.
• Modern workplace: We have a high-quality infrastructure with laboratory space, offices, and meeting rooms.

Locations

• Hamburg, Germany
• Siegen, Germany

About the Company

eleQtron develops and operates full-stack quantum computers based on trapped-ion technology. Our approach combines laser schemes for cooling/initialization/readout, engineered magnetic-field gradient induced coupling (MAGIC) combined with microwave control for universal gate sets, and advanced quantum control techniques and dedicated firmware to work within the high-fidelity regime and below the error threshold of quantum error correction (QEC).