Quantum automation and control software engineer

Location: Delft
Type: Full-time

Be a part of the development of the scalable quantum computer of the future by making the automation and operation software required to operate it.

Groove Quantum is building the scalable quantum computer of the future, based on semiconductor germanium quantum dots. Quantum computing is a rapidly advancing field with the potential to deliver transformative impact across science, industry, and society.

At Groove, we combine our proprietary germanium quantum processor technology with world-class semiconductor manufacturing to define a truly scalable quantum architecture. By integrating our leading semiconductor quantum processors into full-stack, operational quantum computers, we deliver both the hardware and software required to move quantum computing beyond the lab.

Join our multidisciplinary R&D team to develop and build scalable quantum systems. We are currently looking for a Quantum automation and control software engineer to play a key role in building a robust software pipeline that enables automated, high-throughput characterization of quantum-relevant metrics across thousands of qubits.

In this role, you will work closely with our measurement engineers and systems engineers to translate experimental requirements into reliable, scalable control software. You will build automation, calibration and control frameworks and algorithms from the ground up that enable high-volume tune-up and characterization of qubit performance metrics. This work spans system-level design as well as the development and implementation of tailored data analysis protocols, combining deterministic and machine-learning strategies for efficient operation.

The insights you generate. Your software will enable high-volume characterization of our quantum processors. The insights this generates will feed directly into systems engineering decisions, contributing to the design, optimization, and operation of large-scale quantum systems.

• Design, develop, and maintain software frameworks for qubit control, experiment automation, and measurement orchestration for state-of-the-art semiconductor quantum processors.
• Enable high-throughput, automated characterization of quantum processors through scalable and reliable software pipelines.
• Develop data analysis, monitoring, and visualization tools to track qubit and system performance over time.
• Collaborate closely with experimentalists, theorists, and fabrication engineers to support and accelerate R&D efforts.
• Contribute to control software decisions that support long-term scalability, robustness, and maintainability.
• A master’s degree or higher in computer science, mathematics, physics, engineering, or a closely related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong proficiency in Python and experience developing production-quality software and using version control tools (e.g. Git).
• Hands-on experience with automated device tuning and optimization, using techniques such as Bayesian optimization, gradient-free optimizers, or ML models.
• Experience developing algorithms to analyze experimental data and integrating them into automated workflows, including statistical analysis, feature extraction, and pattern recognition.
• Familiarity with and interest in quantum technologies or quantum systems.
• Ability to work independently while taking responsibility and ownership of projects.
• A goal-driven mindset with a strong engineering approach.
• Motivation to thrive in a startup environment and contribute actively to the success of a highly driven team.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• A strong command of written and spoken English, as you will be working in an international environment.

If you are excited about this role but do not meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Join a fast-growing deep-tech startup operating at the forefront of quantum technology tackling problems that have real impact.

• Be a part of our international, diverse, and highly collaborative team and enjoy a creative, ambitious, and goal-driven environment.
• We support you to work in a way that is most effective for you, including flexible working hours and the possibility of hybrid working.
• We reimburse your commuting costs and support visa applications, relocation and 30% tax benefit applications where relevant.
• In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an 8% holiday allowance.
• Share in the company’s…