Jobs at Monarch Quantum

Senior Robotics Software Engineer responsible for building motion and trajectory planning systems for robotic manipulators, including kinematics, inverse kinematics, and collision-free path planning. You will develop the driver layer connecting to robot hardware, implement learning-based methods and simulation (reinforcement learning, sim-to-real), and contribute to the full robotics software stack (behaviors, motion planning, world modeling, device control).…See more You'll write validation suites, collaborate with hardware teams, and mentor engineers while maintaining strong coding and safety practices in a fast-paced startup environment.

Senior Software Engineer responsible for developing and maintaining C++ software for instrument communication and GUI applications at a quantum technology startup. You will design reliable software components that interact with hardware devices, implement Qt-based graphical interfaces, write unit tests using Google Test, and manage build configurations with CMake.…See more This is a hands-on role requiring 5+ years of C++ experience, modern C++ proficiency (C++14/17/20), Qt 6 expertise, and familiarity with instrument communication protocols (SCPI, FTDI USB, Ethernet, Serial).

Lead hands-on integration and testing of quantum light engines, combining mechanical, electrical, and photonics assemblies into server rack systems. Manage electrical and optical cabling, organize hardware intake and kitting processes, and build test infrastructure for reliability testing with lasers and photonic components.…See more Requires 5+ years of test engineering and hardware integration experience, with laser systems experience preferred. Work cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, software, and firmware teams to unblock integration projects and maintain schedules.

Develop FPGA-based solutions using hybrid C/C++ and HDL architectures, designing component interfaces to analog/digital converters and microcontrollers. Build robust data acquisition and analysis systems for health monitoring, perform integration and verification testing, and collaborate across firmware, hardware, and software teams.…See more Requires 2+ years of FPGA/embedded development experience, proficiency in C/C++, Xilinx Vivado/Vitis, and device communication protocols (SPI, I2C, Ethernet, Serial). This role requires access to export-controlled information and U.S. person status.

Lead a team of 5 software engineers building software that runs on and interacts with hardware products at an early-stage quantum company. Manage day-to-day resourcing, team allocation, and career development while owning CI/CD practices, process documentation, and technical oversight of the software portfolio.…See more Participate in code reviews, facilitate peer reviews, and work cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, product, and program teams to align software delivery with product schedules. Requires 7–10 years of software engineering experience at SE III/IV level and 2+ years of team leadership or management.

Principal Software Engineer leading architecture and development of fleet management, robotics data management, and manufacturing execution systems (MES) in C++ and Python. You will design software for station monitoring, configuration management, telemetry, logging, and specs/results tracking while setting technical direction for how the automation stack integrates with higher-level management systems.…See more The role requires mentoring engineers, driving architectural decisions on system interfaces and data flow, and maintaining rigorous code quality and engineering practices across a cross-functional team.

Senior Principal Software Engineer leading the Robotic Automation team at Monarch Quantum, responsible for architecting and maintaining complex distributed software systems that manage robotic hardware and manufacturing execution. Requires 10+ years of software engineering experience with 8+ years of professional C++ development and strong Python expertise, including experience designing fleet management, data management, or manufacturing systems.…See more The role combines hands-on coding and code/design review leadership with strategic planning, mentorship, and technical risk mitigation across C++ and Python codebases. Requires U.S. person status due to export-controlled information access.

Design and implement robotics software for multi-robot coordination, motion planning, and trajectory execution. Own the driver layer connecting to robot hardware, develop kinematics and collision-free planning algorithms, and advance the stack with learning-based methods including reinforcement learning and sim-to-real training.…See more Mentor engineers, establish technical direction for the robotics software stack, and ensure motion planning and control systems are reliable, safe, and production-ready on real hardware.

Lead cross-functional engineering development programs spanning mechanical, electrical, photonics, software, and firmware teams at a quantum hardware startup. Drive day-to-day execution, manage scope/schedule/budget for photonics hardware projects, identify risks, unblock teams, and partner with supply chain to ensure on-time delivery.…See more Requires a Ph.D. in engineering and minimum 8 years of hardware project engineering or hardware product management experience, with proven ability to execute structured hardware development processes across multiple disciplines.

Develop FPGA-based solutions using hybrid C/C++ microprocessor and HDL fabric architectures, designing robust component interfaces to ADCs, DACs, and microcontrollers. Design and develop complex data acquisition and analysis systems for system health monitoring, perform integration and verification testing of integrated hardware and firmware platforms, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.…See more Requires 2+ years of FPGA/embedded development experience, proficiency in C/C++, Xilinx Vivado/Vitis, digital logic, computer architecture, and device-level communication protocols (SPI, I2C, Ethernet, Serial).

Lead execution of assigned programs from initiation through delivery, managing scope, schedule, and financial margins across cross-functional engineering teams, customers, finance, and supply chain. Prepare status updates, dashboards, and briefings for stakeholders; identify and monitor program risks and mitigation efforts; track labor and material costs against an integrated master schedule.…See more Support contract negotiations, customer communications, and regulatory compliance tracking. Requires 15+ years of experience, engineering degree, and working knowledge of systems engineering, test engineering, optics, quality engineering, system integration, and product development lifecycle.

Senior Software Engineer building C++ desktop and embedded software at a quantum computing startup. You'll develop instrument communication applications using Qt for GUI, design hardware-interactive components, write unit tests with Google Test, and manage builds with CMake.…See more The role requires 5+ years of C++ experience, expertise in Qt 6, multi-threaded programming, and familiarity with instrument protocols (SCPI, FTDI, Ethernet, Serial); you'll work in an agile environment, collaborating with firmware and hardware teams while maintaining documentation and engineering best practices.