0Lead Quantum Software Engineer (m/f/d)
Schwarz Digits | Germany | 74xxx Heilbronn | Permanent position | Full time | Published since: 11.03.2026 on stepstone.de

Lead Quantum Software Engineer (m/f/d)

Branch: Computer science, informati... Branch: Computer science, information and communication technology


Complete study of computer science, physics or comparable training Multiannual experience in the development and operation of scalable backend systems Expertise in cloud platforms: Ideally deep, practical experience with the services of a major provider and experience in integrating new stacks into existing cloud environments Quantencomputing Background: Embossed understanding of quantum algorithms and the challenges of the associated hardware connection Key qualification: proven experience in software engineering and industrial curing of code bases, especially those from research contexts Team leadership and mentoring expertise to guide employees and coordinate complex technical projects within the team. Very good knowledge of German and English (written and oral)

Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer

Black Digits creates the technological foundation for digital freedom of choice in Europe. As an IT and digital division of the Schwarz Group, we develop and manage the IT infrastructures for the Lidl and Kaufland trade divisions as well as the Black Production and PreZero. At the same time, we act as an independent provider on the external market to support companies across Europe in their digital transformation. We bundle our core services in the areas of cloud, cyber security, data & AI, communication and workspace. You also contribute to the digital freedom of choice in Europe.

With us you work at the interface between agility and security: You benefit from the fast decision-making, enjoy real design spaces in your projects and build on the stable foundation of the Schwarz Group.

Construction and control of a Quantum Software Core Engineering Team. Architecture & Integration: Developing the architecture design for the quantum software stack, as well as the integration strategy into the existing cloud environment STACKIT (security, monitoring and deployment standards) Hardware connection: Conception and development of the central hardware abstraction layer to attach various quantum computer dynamics (QPUs) robustly to the cloud platform Open Source Governance: Definition of strategy and processes for industrial curing of selected open source components (OSS) (e.g. licenses, dependencies, security audits) Orchestrierung Hybrider Algorithms: Ensure that a common use of platform resources (GPUs and CPUs) and quantum resources is supported by the Software Stack in the context of hybrid algorithms (e.g. for optimization scenarios) Communication with internal stakeholders and external partners Mentoring: Ensuring code quality, performing code reviews and technical guidance of the less experienced teammates

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ava Schwarz Digits
74072  Heilbronn
Germany

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