VP/Head of Hardware Engineering

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München

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced VP of Hardware Engineering to drive the design, development, and scaling of our next-generation semiconductor metrology systems. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers working at the intersection of optical microscopy, quantum technology, radio frequency engineering, and precision instrumentation. You will play a pivotal role at QuantumDiamonds, developing our cutting-edge R&D prototypes and transforming them into robust, scalable products for industrial deployment.

Who we are
Founded in 2022 as a spin-off of TU Munich, QD leverages quantum sensors to rapidly capture three-dimensional current maps within multi-layer chips. Our 30-strong team of physicists, engineers, and data scientists works side by side with major semiconductor manufacturers, helping them in chip debugging and accelerating their yield analysis. Backed by top-tier deep tech investors, semiconductor experts, and strategic public programs, we have ensured long-term stability, shifting from breakthrough to scale – and shaping the next chapter in chip testing.
Why join Quantum Diamonds?
  • A machine that catches what others miss – in milliseconds.
  • Physics, data, and engineering are working hand in hand to build tools that matter.
  • An international team, who loves solving hard problems and where knowledge flows fast.

Still unsure about why joining us?

  • You’ll get to build a company together with a brilliant and welcoming team on a product that has never been done before.
  • Our technology is the cutting edge of tomorrow, starting today and not in 10 years.
  • You will work directly with major semiconductor companies from Day 1.
  • You’ll get virtual shares and act on behalf of the entire company, beyond just your own team.
  • You’ll be part of a high-growth company backed by top-tier investors.
What will you do
  • Plan feature and product development of cutting-edge devices from concept to production
  • Lead a team of highly motivated and interdisciplinary engineers. Guide and support them on technical, process and personal issues
  • Strong independence, you will have much freedom in shaping your team and your own management style
  • Ensure technical leadership and communicate results with other teams and management
What is expected of you
  • PhD in Physics, Optical/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, 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 hardware engineering setting outside of academia working with complex optical and/or electronic measurement equipment.
  • Proven track record of 3+ years in a team lead role managing a team of several engineers 
  • Experience in project management, with concrete examples
  • Collaborative mindset and willingness to work hands‑on in the lab.
  • A background in one of the following is a significant plus:
    • Quantum sensing technologies
    • Semiconductor metrology
    • Precision instrumentation
    • Microscopy
Our benefits
  • Competitive salary with equity participation.
  • 30 days of paid vacation plus public holidays.
  • Help relocating to Munich, if required
  • Regular off-sites and team events.


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 Data Engineer (Jun./ Sen)


Germany,

We are a young consulting company with a team of talented data engineers, architects and data scientists specializing in building cloud-based data platforms and AI/ML solutions for our customers. Our customers, with which we have strong relationships and multi-year contracts, include well-known companies in the areas of energy providers & utilities, retail, financial services, and mobile apps. Our projects always involve applying cutting-edge cloud technologies to exciting real-world data. This is shown by our strong relationship with Microsoft where we have multiple Gold- and Advanced Certifications.
One extremely important aspect of the work at paiqo is our culture – having fun working together, trusting each other, and combining independence with teamwork. There are no fixed working hours and no fixed reporting structure. We are looking for Data Engineers who we can trust to do great work on their projects because they are motivated by the challenging nature of the projects themselves. We are also looking for people who we can learn from and who are willing to learn with us, to always stay on the cutting edge with our technical skills.

What we offer

  • Challenging projects with well-known companies in various fields as customers
  • Young and highly motivated team
  • Great emphasis on education and trainings with dedicated time on the job
  • Opportunity to use the newest technologies for data storage and processing
  • Working flexibly from home or the office
  • Support with relocation to cities where we have our offices
  • Company phone and laptop
  • Annual ticket for local public transport

Job Requirements

  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and an ability to explore and understand customers’ technical ecosystems and data, as well as an ability to communicate complex technical problems and their solutions clearly
  • Experience in programming and a demonstrable ability to learn new programming languages. There is no strict requirement on the knowledge of any particular languages, since on each project we may need to adjust to the customer’s existing technical landscape. Commonly used languages include Python, C#, Scala and various dialects and procedural extensions of SQL 
  • Deep understanding of modern cloud-based data architecture and cloud services, preferably with Microsoft Azure
  • Experience with Spark and the Hadoop stack is an advantage
  • Experience working with various databases (SQL and NoSQL)
  • Experience in building data processing pipelines and defining data architectures
  • 5+ years of experience in a similar role
  • Experience working with data scientists and a good understanding of their needs
  • Readiness to travel
  • English and German proficiency
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Product Engineer


Germany,

Entropy is building the next iteration of the internet, powered by decentralised autonomous agents.

Utilising Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs) and threshold cryptography, Entropy will become the foundation of a novel protocol stack and an ecosystem of permissionless protocols accessed through a next generation User Agent.
We’re building a product that will redefine how people interact with the internet. This isn’t just another engineering role; this is an opportunity to work on what might be the most meaningful and impactful project of your career. If you’re passionate about changing the internet, this is the place for you.

Role
We are looking for a motivated and talented Product Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with the CEO and Product Designer to deliver a platform that enables Entropy and other developers to deploy AI agents with the Entropy Network’s decentralized tooling, such as threshold signatures and TEEs. You will be responsible for the development life cycle, from conceptualisation to deployment, and for ensuring a great user experience. This is a high-impact role for the organization and a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting space at the intersection of Web3 and AI.

Product development and research

Design, build, and deliver products end-to-end, taking ownership of every stage, including ideation, prototyping, development, testing, and launch of the desktop app.

Advocate for and implement designs that prioritize user experience, gathering feedback to iterate and refine the product.

Market Research
Stay updated on trends in AI, user agents, generative interfaces, and the broader crypto industry.
Translate those insights into actionable product features or strategies.

Documentation and Knowledge Management

Create and maintain detailed documentation of product designs, technical specifications, and development processes.

Perks

A competitive compensation package.
The opportunity to work on cutting edge new technology at the intersection of crypto and AI, with world class professionals.
Berlin relocation and visa sponsorship possible.
Company off-sites to work and unwind together.

Job requirements

  • Familiarity with modern software engineering practices for writing, testing, deploying, and maintaining code (we’re looking for engineers, not hackers).
  • We’re building a desktop app, so ideally knowledge of Rust and Tauri framework development, or similar tooling such as Electron.
  • Strong understanding of AI, and the practical applications of user agents in product environments.
  • An interest and curiosity around GenAI and surrounding tools and frameworks for working with it.
  • A track record of delivering products from concept through to MVPs and production.
  • Proactive and dependable self-starter with the ability to prioritize well.
  • Experience with design systems as well as the ability to think about problems in terms of systems.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate and collaborate well with people of different levels of technical proficiency.
  • Within -6h/+2h of CET Timezone, and willingness to travel to Berlin to work in-person with our leadership team.
  • Bonus Points:
    • Experience working with other decentralized networks, e.g. Ethereum, Polkadot, Cosmos, etc.
    • Knowledge of cybernetic concepts such as feedback loops.
      Apply Here

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