Software Engineer – 1 FTE

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QT Sense

Posted on January 6, 2026

Are you passionate about building technology at the intersection of hardware and software? Do you want to work on unique systems where lasers, detectors, and clever algorithms come together? Then you might be the Software Engineer we’re looking for!

What you’ll do

Hardware control & integration

Develop software to interface with hardware components (lasers, scanners, stages, detectors).
Implement precise timing, synchronization, and control workflows for measurement systems.

Data & image processing & analysis

Design and implement algorithms for processing raw sensor data, image processing, and visualization.
Collaborate with optics engineers and scientists to translate measurement requirements into robust software features.

User interfaces & system architecture

Build efficient pipelines for handling large datasets and for real-time control.
Develop intuitive user-interfaces for instrument control and data visualization.
Contribute to a modular, scalable codebase driven by best practices.

Cross-Functional collaboration

Work closely with hardware and software engineers, physicists and scientists.
Participate in defining the product roadmap and translating customer requirements into technical solutions.

What we're looking for

Essential

6+ years of professional software development experience.
Strong programming skills in Python and C++, with proven experience applying these languages in embedded or hardware-focused environments.
Experience with embedded systems software: for hardware control, instrument systems or scientific applications.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to decompose complex system requirements into maintainable architectures, frameworks, and automated test designs
Experience in design and implementation of software architecture, especially for embedded or instrument-driven products.
Provides technical leadership and contributes to software architecture and design decisions.
Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative startup environment.

Desirable

Familiarity with image acquisition, image processing, or computer vision concepts is a plus, especially for instrument-driven or embedded products.
Mentors devs and engineers and promotes knowledge sharing within the team.
Skilled at compiling, prioritizing, and managing issue lists to guide roadmap planning and ensure value-driven development.
Ability to design a full test strategy, including code coverage requirements, automated execution and testing.

Why join us

Work on cutting-edge quantum sensing technology with real medical and scientific impact.
Join a small, ambitious, multidisciplinary team.
Take significant ownership. Your work will shape the product and the company.
Competitive compensation and strong growth opportunities.