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Firmware Engineer for Quantum Computing Platform

Confidential company · Garching bei München · Posted Jul 8, 2026

Public summary

An innovative startup focused on building scalable neutral-atom based quantum computers seeks a Firmware Engineer to develop MCU-based digital control and monitoring systems for quantum hardware. The role involves designing firmware for microcontrollers and embedded platforms, implementing sensor interfaces, enhancing environmental monitoring infrastructure, and developing automated testing procedures. Ideal candidates have strong C/C++ and Python skills, microcontroller and hardware interfacing experience, and an engineering or physics degree. The position offers a collaborative international environment and the opportunity to impact cutting-edge quantum technology.

Location and work setup

Location
Garching bei München
Remote status
On-site
German requirement signal
No German Required Detected
Detected job language
English

Responsibilities

Design and optimize low-speed control firmware for electronics hardware; implement digital interfaces with sensors and peripherals; maintain and improve environmental monitoring systems; develop and implement automatic test and verification processes for electronic components.

Qualifications

Degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering; proficient in C/C++ for microcontroller programming; strong Python skills; experience with 32-bit microcontrollers (e.g., STM32); familiarity with embedded platforms like Raspberry Pi or BeagleBone; knowledge of hardware communication protocols (I2C, SPI, Ethernet); basic understanding of circuit diagrams; ability to debug digital circuits; experience with laboratory environments and data visualization tools is a plus.

Skills

C/C++ programming Microcontroller programming (STM32 or similar) Python programming Hardware interfacing (I2C, SPI, Ethernet) Embedded systems (Raspberry Pi, BeagleBone) Circuit diagram understanding Digital circuit debugging Automated electronic testing Firmware development Environmental monitoring infrastructure Data visualization (Grafana or similar) Open-source databases (MySQL, InfluxDB)