Qilimanjaro Quantum Tech is looking for a Quantum Design Leadto 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 ideal 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 team's career growth, holidays, training, onboarding, performance, and compliance with policies and protocols, in coordination with the Head of Division.Delivery Ownership: Responsible for the team's delivery of processor designs. Plans capacity, coordinates execution, and removes blockers to ensure timely and quality output.Backlog Ownership: Owns and coordinates the team's 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 documentation skills.Experience with finite-element simulations for quantum device modeling.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Programming experience (Python or other relevant languages).Familiarity with agile/backlog management practices in an R&D setting.Experience working with flux-qubits or fluxoniums.Strong expertise in microwave engineering is highly valued.Work will be primarily onsite, with possibility for remote work during the week.Diversity and Inclusion:At Qilimanjaro, inclusion and equal opportunities are part of our people-centric value. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute, learn, and belong.Cobee versátil compensation(transportation, meals, and childcare support)Flexible working hoursYou will:Get the opportunity to build something amazing and unique, something that hasn't been done beforeWork on ground-breaking projects and possibly solve massive challenges on a global scaleBe at the intersection of research and industry, where biggest innovations happenMake an enormous impact in a dynamic scale-up rather than being a small cog in a big machineWork with super smart, knowledgeable and yet, very friendly people in Barcelona, one of the best cities in the world (picture a lot of sun, amazing food and friendly locals)Get to be part of a start-up where growth on a company and individual level is the defaultGDPR (General Data Protection Regulation):DATA CONTROLLER: QILIMANJARO QUANTUM TECH S.L., B, Carrer de Veneçuela, 74, 08019 Barcelona (BARCELONA), Data Protection Officer:PURPOSES: Participation in recruitment processes and reference verification. LEGAL BASIS: Implementation of pre-contractual measures. DISCLOSURES: None are anticipated. DATA RETENTION: For the duration of the selection process. RIGHTS: You may exercise your rights of access, rectification, erasure, restriction, and data portability with the data controller. In case of any disputes, you may contact the AEPD (#J-18808-Ljbffr

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