Senior Data Scientist - Quantum Sensing Applications

Description

QuantumDiamonds transforms cutting‑edge quantum‑sensing research into production tools that let chipmakers see current flow inside advanced semiconductor devices in seconds. As a Senior Data Scientist you’ll own the end‑to‑end analytics of our quantum‑diamond microscope - optics, electronics and signal processing - and lift its performance through rigorous data‑driven engineering.

Who we are

Spun out of TU Munich in 2022, QD makes "the invisible visible" by leveraging synthetic diamonds to capture three-dimensional current maps inside complex chips in a blink. Our 30-strong team of physicists, engineers, and data scientists is already working side by side with all major semiconductor manufacturers, accelerating their yield analysis. We are backed by leading European deep tech investors and semiconductor experts, as well as supported by a variety of public funding schemes.

Why join Quantum Diamonds?

Being referred to as having the potential to become the “ASML of chip testing”, QD offers the chance to work on a technology with no direct rival. You’ll join a young, focused team that turns cutting-edge quantum-sensing research into working tools for the most advanced chips on the market. Leading chipmakers already use our systems, so the impact of your work shows up quickly on the factory floor. The organisation is flat, decisions follow the data, and everyone shares responsibility for pushing technical limits.

What will you do

• Analyse quantum‑sensing datasets, extract physical insight and turn it into actionable feedback for customers.
• Design, execute and interpret experiments that probe the optical, electronic and digital signal chains of our microscopes.
• Pinpoint bottlenecks and introduce improvements across hardware and software, championing data‑driven engineering practices.
• Mentor junior data scientists and raise the bar for analysis, documentation and reproducibility.
• Communicate findings in clear reports and concise visuals to both internal teams and external partners in the semiconductor ecosystem.

What is expected of you

• PhD in Physics, Optical/Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a closely related discipline; exceptional candidates with an MSc and 6+ years of hands-on R&D experience are also encouraged to apply.
• Proven track record of 4+ years in a data science and R&D setting outside of academia working with complex optical and/or electronic measurement equipment.
• Expertise in statistical data analysis, experimental design and signal processing with a passion for data‑driven decision making.
• Demonstrated experience developing advanced algorithms for signal processing - from concept through to deployment.
• Fluency in Python (NumPy, SciPy, pandas, matplotlib) and version control.
• Ability to translate raw data into clear stories for technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to work hands‑on in the lab.
• A background in quantum sensing technologies is a significant plus.

Our benefits

• Competitive salary with equity participation.
• 30 days of paid vacation plus public holidays.
• Annual learning and development budget.
• Regular off-sites and team events.