Overview
Your mission
As Software Engineering Manager – SaaS & Platform at planqc, you will shape how state-of-the-art quantum computing technology is turned into robust, scalable software products, including performance-critical systems such as simulators and compilers that bridge quantum hardware and real-world applications. You will lead a growing team at the intersection of customers, industry partners, and our quantum computing systems, with direct impact on how our technology is used in practice. Your mission is to guide the team through its next phase of growth, building strong foundations for reliable delivery while scaling structures, processes, and technical excellence. The role is well suited for experienced software engineers as well as engineering managers who want to retain strong ownership of technical and architectural direction.
* Build and foster a strong, inclusive engineering culture.
* Lead and develop the SaaS and platform engineering team as it scales.
* Co-own the product vision and roadmap in close collaboration with product and business stakeholders.
* Guide architectural and technical decisions across performance-critical systems, including simulators and compilers.
* Ensure reliable delivery through clear planning, prioritization, and communication.
* Support project proposals and public funding applications.
Your profile
Your Expertise And Skills
Values & mindset
* Ownership mindset and comfort with complex challenges.
* Interest in building forward-looking products and bringing deep-tech innovations into industrial applications.
Technical expertise
* Ability to architect and technically guide large-scale, backend-heavy software systems using Python.
* Ability to guide architectures for performance-critical and algorithmically complex systems, such as simulators or compilers.
* Strong understanding of modern software engineering practices for production systems.
* Familiarity with cloud-native architectures and modern engineering toolchains (e.g., CI/CD, testing, DevOps).
Leadership & collaboration
* Willingness to take on technical and people leadership responsibilities.
* Strong communication and collaboration skills.
* Ability to align engineering priorities with product and business goals.
* Previous management experience desirable but not required.
Practical requirements
* Fluent in English and German (spoken and written).
* Valid work permit for Germany or the EU.
What Makes You Stand Out (not Required)
* Prior experience in a startup or research-driven environment.
* Experience working with funding applications or R&D projects.
* Experience with quantum technologies.
Why us?
planqc, founded in 2022 by scientists from the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics (MPQ) and Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), is a pioneering quantum computing startup based in Garching near Munich. We specialize in developing highly scalable neutral-atom quantum computers, utilizing individual atoms as qubits.
* Cutting-Edge Innovation: Work with state-of-the-art technology, using individual atoms as qubits to build highly scalable quantum computers. Our approach combines precision from atomic clocks, quantum gas microscopes, and high-speed Rydberg gates to advance quantum advantage.
* Impactful Projects: Develop groundbreaking quantum systems and software, including a 1,000-qubit computer for LRZ, a bespoke quantum computer for DLR, and quantum algorithms for multiple DLR projects.
* Empowered by Excellence: Notable advisors and board members and a Series A funding round of €50 million support our growth.
* Dynamic Work Culture: A team of around 100 professionals in Garching, Ulm, and Innsbruck, fostering innovation and ambition.
* Recognition and Growth: Planqc has received awards and recognitions that reflect its impact in the field.
* Work-Life Synergy: Team events, conferences, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
About Us
At planqc, we harness the laws of quantum mechanics to build revolutionary computing systems. Our quantum computers store information in individual atoms — nature’s perfect qubits — and process it through scalable arrays manipulated by precisely controlled laser pulses. This technology enables transformative applications across industries. Our roots lie in decades of international research on neutral-atom quantum technologies, building on advanced quantum hardware and software foundations. We are committed to excellence, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re a quantum physicist, software engineer, or operations expert, you’ll find a place here to grow, contribute, and thrive.
Together, we’re not just imagining the future — we’re building it.
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