Software team lead required to join a growing Quantum Technology company and drive the vision and roadmap of a quantum sensing software platform, lead a cross-functional engineering team, and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions. The role involves translating customer needs into clear product requirements, coordinating with other product stakeholders, and ensuring consistent, on-time delivery in a fast-paced environment.
 
Responsibilities
  • Own the product vision and roadmap for a quantum sensing software platform, aligning business goals with technical feasibility.
  • Lead and support a team of backend and frontend engineers, fostering collaboration and high performance.
  • Work closely with a Software Architect to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions at speed.
  • Operate within a tech stack including C++, Python, Qt for UI, and GitHub Actions for CI/CD.
  • Coordinate with other Product Owners to manage dependencies and maintain cross-team alignment.
  • Translate customer and stakeholder needs into clear requirements and a well-prioritized backlog.
  • Monitor delivery, manage risks, and ensure consistent value delivery.
  • Communicate priorities and results across engineering, stakeholders, and customers.
 
Requirements
  • 5+ years in software product development, including 2+ years in a leadership or product ownership role.
  • Experience leading cross-functional software teams, ideally in a startup or scale-up.
  • Ability to convert business goals into technical priorities and drive end-to-end delivery.
  • Strong skills in agile practices, backlog management, and stakeholder communication.
  • Collaborative mindset with the ability to align engineers, architects, and leadership.
  • Proactive, hands-on approach suited to fast-paced environments.
  • Bonus: experience with scientific software, hardware-in-the-loop systems, or semiconductor tools.
 
Benefits
  • Competitive salary with equity.
  • 30 days of vacation plus public holidays.
  • Wellpass membership.
  • Annual learning budget.
  • Regular team events and off sites.