About the Job

QPerfect is an ambitious DeepTech quantum computing startup, spun-off from the prestigious European Centre for Quantum Sciences (CESQ) in Strasbourg. Our primary goal is to develop a Quantum Logic Unit (QLU), a full hardware and software system to control quantum computers and unlock the power of fault-tolerant quantum computing. Our first product, MIMIQ, is a high-performance quantum circuit simulation SaaS platform that serves both the quantum community and as the foundational software layer for our QLU

We are looking for a versatile DevOps and Systems Engineer to build and manage the entire technical backbone of our quantum computing startup. You will play a foundational role in shaping a robust, scalable, and efficient technical environment for our products and our team

Your Mission

As our DevOps and Systems Engineer, you will be the cornerstone of our technical operations. You will

• Design, build, and manage our cloud infrastructure on platforms like AWS or Azure, supporting everything from our MIMIQ SaaS platform to internal workloads.
• Actively contribute to full-stack development of the MIMIQ platform, focusing on backend APIs, job management, and frontend interfaces.
• Own system reliability and performance by implementing robust monitoring, logging, and alerting systems to ensure high availability and security.
• Streamline development workflows by building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and collaborating closely with software and quantum engineers.
• Plan for scalability and cost-efficiency, proactively assessing needs to evolve our infrastructure.
• Support internal IT systems by administering collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft 365) to ensure smooth operations for the team (this is a supporting, not primary, responsibility).

Your Profile

Must Have:

• A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Several years of proven experience as a DevOps Engineer, Platform Engineer, or Full-Stack Developer with a strong infrastructure focus.
• Deep expertise in a major cloud platform (AWS, Azure preferred), including services for compute, storage, and networking.
• Strong command of scripting languages (Python, Bash) and Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform).
• Solid experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, GitHub Actions).
• Experience in backend (API design) and frontend development (e.g., JavaScript/TypeScript with Vue or React).
• Fluency in English.
• Eligibility to work in France.

Bonus points:

• Experience with HPC environments for scientific workloads.
• Knowledge of the Rust programming language.
• Experience administering IT collaboration tools like Microsoft 365.
• A genuine interest in quantum or scientific computing.

What we offer

• A unique opportunity to build the infrastructure backbone for a company at the forefront of quantum computing.
• The ability to gain broad experience across DevOps, full-stack development, and cloud infrastructure in a cutting-edge field.
• A passionate, innovative, and talented team in an agile startup environment.
• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, planned employee stock options, and significant opportunities for career growth.
• Flexible work arrangements and the chance to enjoy life in Strasbourg, a highly liveable city in the heart of Europe.

Recruitment Process

• Initial Screening: A conversation with our CTO to discuss your research background and the role.
• Technical Challenge & Interview: A practical discussion and/or a small take-home exercise to review your technical skills and approach.
• Final Interview: A final conversation with both the development team and leadership team to ensure a perfect match for both sides.

Don’t let a few missing qualifications stop you. If you’re a strong candidate for the core of this role, we want to see your application.

Ready to take quantum computing to the next level? Join us at QPerfect and help build the future!

For general enquiries: careers@qperfect.io