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TETerra Quantum

Senior Backend Software Engineer (Lead)(m/w/x)

München
Full-timeWith Home OfficeSenior
AI/ML
Data Science

Implementing high-performance Python services for quantum technology, coordinating with optics and FPGA teams. Proven hardware, FPGA, or embedded integration, plus 3+ years owning service architecture, required. Remote work options.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of Python backend development
  • 3+ years owning service architecture and leadership
  • Strong Linux async Python and concurrency skills
  • Proficiency in profiling and tuning
  • Proven hardware, FPGA, or embedded integration
  • Stable control and data-plane API design
  • Experience with CI/CD and automated testing
  • Production observability and incident practices
  • Security-by-default mindset and crypto hygiene
  • Knowledge of relational, key-value, or time-series stores
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English
  • Ability to be on-site in Munich
  • Desirable experience with QKD or cryptography
  • Exposure to C/C++ or embedded ecosystems
  • Familiarity with gRPC, Protobuf, and Kubernetes

Tasks

  • Own the overall backend architecture
  • Lead and mentor software engineers
  • Define module boundaries and service APIs
  • Coordinate with optics and FPGA teams
  • Implement high-performance Python services on Linux
  • Optimize QKD post-processing algorithms
  • Maintain hardware interfaces over UART and PCIe
  • Build simulators and mocks for development
  • Manage downstream system integrations
  • Maintain CI/CD pipelines with Docker
  • Establish observability and operational runbooks
  • Embed security and cryptographic hygiene
  • Drive incident response and root-cause analysis
  • Track performance benchmarking and latency regressions

Work Experience

  • 5 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degreeOR
  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • Python
  • asyncio
  • websockets
  • UART
  • USB
  • PCIe
  • Ethernet
  • Docker
  • GitHub Actions
  • PostgreSQL
  • Redis
  • Prometheus
  • C
  • C++
  • FPGA
  • gRPC
  • Protobuf
  • Kubernetes

Benefits

Flexible Working

  • Remote work options
  • Flexible working arrangements

Informal Culture

  • Vibrant, enthusiastic, passionate culture
  • Welcoming, friendly, professional colleagues
  • Diverse and supportive atmosphere

Modern Equipment

  • Cutting-edge technology developments

Learning & Development

  • Personal development plan

Competitive Pay

  • Competitive salary
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