Qilimanjaro Quantum Tech is looking for a Quantum Design Lead to lead the team responsible for the design and simulation of superconducting quantum processors. This role combines technical leadership of the design team with direct, hands-on contribution to processor architecture, simulation, and layout work. The adecuado candidate has a strong background in superconducting qubits and finite-element simulation, paired with the experience to manage, prioritize, and grow a technical team.
Technical Contribution: Personally contributes to designing quantum processor architectures, performing finite-element simulations to extract key device parameters, and drawing final layouts for fabrication.
People Management: Manages the design teams career growth, holidays, training, onboarding, performance, and compliance with policies and protocols, in coordination with the Head of Division.
Delivery Ownership: Responsible for the teams delivery of processor designs. Plans capacity, coordinates execution, and removes blockers to ensure timely and quality output.
Backlog Ownership:



Owns and coordinates the teams integrated backlog, consolidating the product backlog (from the PO) and the technical/R&D; backlog (from the Tech Lead). Ensures priorities are balanced and actionable.
Joint Prioritisation: Collaborates with the Product Owner and Tech Lead to prioritise backlog items, ensuring both product and technical needs are represented.
Standards and Workflows: Defines design workflows, simulation and acquisition processes, and documentation standards within the team.
Progress Reporting: Reports progress and risks to the Head of Division and Staff Engineer.
Cross-Team Coordination: Coordinates with other Team Leads and departments (e.g., fabrication, characterization) to align on dependencies and shared deliverables.
Prior experience leading, mentoring, or coordinating a technical team.
PhD in Physics or a related field, with a focus on superconducting qubits.
Excellent communication and

📌 Quantum Design Team Lead (Barcelona)
🏢 Qilimanjaro Quantum Tech
📍 Barcelona