Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

Any office - hybrid; London, England, United Kingdom; München, Bavaria, Germany; San Francisco, California, United States

The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer with expertise in designing and implementing scalable, data-driven systems. The ideal candidate is passionate about distributed systems, cloud-native technologies, and efficient data processing. The Senior Engineer will play a vital role in building both foundational engineering capabilities for scaling solutions and developing product solutions.

The Responsibilities

Overall

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Golang and Python.
• Build and optimize APIs using gRPC || GraphQL || REST to support high-performance applications.
• Deploy, manage, and monitor containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Design and manage databases (SQL/NoSQL) to handle large-scale data efficiently.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, deployment, and monitoring.
• Work collaboratively with product managers, frontend engineers & researchers to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Ensure application security, performance, and scalability best practices.
• Troubleshoot and optimize system performance, bottlenecks, and data pipelines.

Everyday

• Iterative updates and product development
• Planning, estimations, diagrams
• Prototyping for new features
• Agile sprint-based team cadence
• Brainstorming solutions with peers

The Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in full-stack development.
• Strong proficiency in Golang || Python || TypeScript or similar languages.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and cloud-native application development.
• Hands-on experience with gRPC / GraphQL / REST APIs and microservice architecture.
• Knowledge of relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis) databases.
• Familiarity with scalable data processing techniques.
• "You build it, you run it" - Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of DevOps practices.

Desired

• Experience with cloud platforms (GCP [preferred], AWS, or Azure).
• Knowledge of event-driven architectures and message brokers (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Familiarity with streaming technologies.
• Exposure to frontend frameworks (React [preferred], Vue.js, or Angular).
• Understanding of infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Helm).

The Rewards

We are an international team of quantum technology experts and dedicated business creatives that are working to bring quantum-enabled solutions to the global market. Our brilliant team members enjoy a high degree of freedom working remotely or joining one of our office spaces. We have a vibrant, enthusiastic, passionate and creative culture driven by trust, excellence and continuous improvement. If you join the Terra Quantum team, you can expect:

• An opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the pioneering field of Quantum Technologies as well as an experienced and progressive Leadership team
• Gain knowledge of some of the most cutting-edge technology developments in science & engineering
• A chance to be part of one of Europe's leading technology firms of the upcoming decades
• Welcoming, friendly, and professional colleagues
• A personal development plan with clear goals for advancement
• A competitive salary
• Flexible working arrangements
• A diverse and supportive atmosphere, where innovation and initiative are encouraged

If you are enthusiastic about positively impacting the world and helping to drive the second quantum revolution, let's talk!

Company Description

Quantum technologies have the potential to solve some of the world's biggest challenges. There have been great advances in all areas of quantum technologies, and new fields of application are opened up every day. Hybrid computer systems that combine classic high-performance computing with quantum computers are already being used to develop solutions in sectors such as logistics, healthcare, finance, energy, automotive and aerospace. Quantum mechanical predictions are also used to obtain unprecedented precision in measurements, generate unbreakable codes, and form the basis of impenetrable communication networks. All these developments are happening right now, and they are happening at Terra Quantum.

At Terra Quantum we are building the world's leading Quantum Technology company. We offer customers world-class quantum technology expertise organized as "quantum-as-a-service": hybrid quantum algorithms, quantum compute and quantum enabled security solutions. Through the proprietary quantum cloud, customers have access to a unique technology platform which provides a toolset to solve real-world challenges in the realms of machine learning, optimization and simulation, today. In 2022, the company closed its Series A financing round with a $75m fundraise.

Quantum physics has, in some respects, parallels to the machine language of our computers-the zeros and ones into which our keyboard or touchscreen instructions are translated for execution in the computer-only on a larger scale: it is the machine language of the universe. The second quantum revolution is based on the control of individual quantum systems, such as individual atoms. We use quantum computers to solve currently unsolvable problems, simulate molecules and their interactions, find drugs for diseases that are not yet curable, find new materials, or make artificial intelligence stronger. Quantum is now.

Terra Quantum is a future-focused quantum services and technology company working on making the second quantum revolution a reality. Terra Quantum's activities span all areas, markets, and industries globally.

• Our purpose is to pioneer quantum technologies to change the world for good,
• Our vision is to lead the quantum revolution and be the trailblazer in technology solutions, shaping a better future for humankind to thrive in, and
• Our mission is to unleash the power of quantum tech to deliver meaningful solutions today

Terra Quantum is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity, inclusion and employee well-being.