Research and Development Specialist in Quantum Networking

Your role

The successful candidate is expected to assume a role in the design and development of software for quantum networking, in accordance with ongoing European initiatives and projects.

The candidate will play a central role in the engineering of software components for QKD networks, including key management, network control and orchestration, and the integration of quantum and classical security mechanisms. Responsibilities encompass the full software lifecycle, from requirements analysis, architecture and design through implementation, testing and deployment, following sound software engineering practices in a collaborative development environment. The candidate is also expected to support PhD candidates and researchers in their development and prototyping activities.

English is the working language of this international laboratory, which is engaged in several European and international projects and conducts cutting-edge res...