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Lead Senior Software Engineer for Quantum Technologies

ColdQuantaLouisville, Colorado, United States
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

Required QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of 4 years of professional software engineering experience. Expertise in Python and JavaScript/TypeScript. Deep understanding of software engineering principles and best practices. Experience with frontend technologies, particularly React/Next.js, and backend frameworks like FastAPI. Familiarity with embedded systems and hardware-software integration. Strong leadership capabilities and experience in guiding development teams.

About the job

Join Our Mission at ColdQuanta

At ColdQuanta, we are pioneering the commercialization of atom-based quantum technologies, offering unparalleled enhancements in sensing and computing applications. As a forward-thinking deep-tech startup, we thrive on innovation driven by results, a fast-paced environment, and a steadfast commitment to our customers.

We are currently in search of a Senior Software Engineer to spearhead the development and productization of our software systems that interact with advanced quantum and embedded hardware. This pivotal role emphasizes full-stack software engineering, effective team leadership, and the implementation of robust software engineering practices.

While a background in physics is not a prerequisite, familiarity with physical systems or scientific instrumentation is advantageous. The ideal candidate will prioritize software engineering, possess a strong understanding of embedded systems, and have a proven track record of leadership in contemporary software development settings.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate global software development initiatives for quantum sensing products.
  • Act as the technical lead for the software engineering team, steering daily operations and development priorities.
  • Collaborate with project managers and technical leads to strategize and implement development milestones.
  • Facilitate daily stand-up meetings, manage the Jira board, and guarantee the timely achievement of sprint objectives.
  • Oversee and uphold software engineering best practices, including code reviews, testing standards, documentation, and CI/CD processes.
  • Serve as the intermediary between the software engineering team and the wider multidisciplinary project team.
  • Software Development
  • Guide the development of the frontend application utilizing React/Next.js, ensuring high performance, maintainability, and scalability.
  • Own the backend REST API developed in Python (FastAPI), ensuring seamless integration with hardware control and middleware components.
  • Contribute to the integration of Rust-based middleware and/or driver software utilized for device control.
  • Collaborate closely with embedded systems engineers to facilitate smooth interaction between software and hardware elements.
  • Engage in architectural discussions and contribute to technical design documentation.
  • Assist in transitioning projects from prototype to production-ready systems.

About ColdQuanta

ColdQuanta is at the forefront of quantum technology innovation, dedicated to transforming how we sense and compute through atom-based quantum systems. Our dynamic environment fosters creativity and collaboration as we bring groundbreaking solutions to market.

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