SDK/UX Software Engineer (f/m/d)
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LocationHamburg, Hamburg, Germany
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience5+ yrs
DepartmentTechnical
EquityIncluded
Company size51–200 people
PostedOct 6, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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Solid programming experience in languages such as C/C++, Rust, Python across the software stack and targeting multiple platforms
Experience in designing, developing, debugging, testing, maintaining, and profiling commercial-quality software
Collaborative team player with good communication skills
5+ years of experience in delivering commercial-quality software from hardware to end-user interfaces
Experience with custom SDKs and developer tooling with great user experience in mind
Polyglot with extensive experience in Python and at least one of C/C++, or Rust
Writing readable, dependable, efficient, and well-documented code
Pragmatic approach to decision making and design choices
Previous experience in start-ups or fast-paced dynamic work environments
Experience with quantum computing, Qiskit, OpenQASM
Experience with HPC, acceleration, and parallelization
Experience of working with cloud platforms such as Azure/GCP/AWS
Experience with web services or UI frameworks
Bachelor's/Master's degree in computer science, electronic engineering, or a related discipline
Skills
C/C++
Rust
Python
Qiskit
OpenQASM
HPC
Azure
GCP
AWS
Benefits
Competitive salary
Equity options
Unlimited PTO
Pension
Life insurance
Transit pass
Health insurance
Remote stipend
Personal development budget
Relocation allowance
About the company
At Universal Quantum we aim to make the world a better place by engineering the future of computing. Together, we are creating truly impactful quantum computers. Our machines will be capable of solving problems until now considered impossible, with applications ranging across a broad range of industries including healthcare, materials and aerospace.
About the role
We are looking to hire a SDK/UX Software Engineer (f/m/d) to design, develop and maintain software components and user interfaces for our algorithm development tools. Passionate about helping create technologies which can change the world? We may be the right place for you so get in touch!
What You’ll Accomplish:
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Join our talented and enthusiastic team of scientists and engineers in designing our next generation of development environment
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Take ownership of key components in our algorithm development pipeline, and work closely with the quantum algorithm team to streamline and optimise their workflows
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Write reliable, well-documented, and high-quality software
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Build intuitive and user-friendly software tools and libraries to be used by internal and external developer teams
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Support testing, validation and deployment of various models and simulations to UQ’s HPC and/or cloud servers
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Develop a deep understanding of the trade-offs associated with design choices across UQ’s quantum algorithms, compilation stack and hardware processes
Requirements
The 3 Most Critical Attributes We’ll Use to Compare Candidates
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Solid programming experience in languages such as C/C++, Rust, Python across the software stack and targeting multiple platforms
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Experience in designing, developing, debugging, testing, maintaining, and profiling commercial-quality software
3.
Collaborative team player with good communication skills
Must-have Skills
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5+ years of experience in delivering commercial-quality software from hardware to end-user interfaces
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Experience with custom SDKs and developer tooling with great user experience in mind
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Polyglot with extensive experience in Python and at least one of C/C++, or Rust
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Writing readable, dependable, efficient, and well-documented code
•
Pragmatic approach to decision making and design choices
•
Previous experience in start-ups or fast-paced dynamic work environments
Nice-to-have Skills
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Experience with quantum computing, Qiskit, OpenQASM
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Experience with HPC, acceleration, and parallelization
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Experience of working with cloud platforms such as Azure/GCP/AWS
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Experience with web services or UI frameworks
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Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in computer science, electronic engineering, or a related discipline
Please feel encouraged to apply even if you don’t match all the requirements of our job description. We would love to receive your application even if you think you’re only a partial match
Benefits
Competitive salary, equity options, flexible paid holiday allowance, direct insurance pension with 50% employer contributions, group life insurance, job ticket/Deutschlandticket, supplemental health insurance, hybrid and flexible working, personal development budget and a relocation allowance.
We are committed to nurturing diversity and inclusion At Universal Quantum, we’re passionate about working with and for all kinds of minds. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, and we hold ourselves accountable through continuous improvement, transparency, and the way we design our hiring and working practices. We welcome team members from all backgrounds and actively work to ensure everyone can flourish.