Classiq - Quantum Application Engineer

ppAre you ready to join Connecticut Innovation’s vibrant community of innovators? Connecticut Innovations (“CI”) is Connecticut’s strategic venture capital arm, and we are passionate about serving our portfolio of 220+ companies across various industries, with strengths in life sciences, technology, and climate tech. /p pCome join Quantum Computing Software| Limitless Development | Classiq! /p h3Classiq Overview /h3 pAt Classiq Technologies, we’re shaping the future of quantum computing. /p pOur mission is to make quantum computing practical and impactful by bridging the gap between hardware and real-world applications. Our platform enables developers and enterprises to design, optimize, and deploy quantum algorithms at scale, automating complex processes and supporting teams from beginners to experts across diverse architectures. /p pClassiq is trusted by Fortune 500 leaders and global governments. We accelerate the quantum era with a platform that transforms bold quantum ideas into working applications. /p h3Quantum Application Engineer /h3 pClassiq is expanding its presence in Italy by building a new quantum computing center, and we're looking for our first on-site hire to lead its day-to-day operations. You'll be the local technical and operational face of the platform for the center's users, running onboarding, training, and support. /p pThis is a hybrid technical customer support profile, including technical presales, training, customer support, implementation, and research. You'll join as an early, founding member of a new site, with real autonomy to shape how it runs. /p h3What You’ll Do /h3 ul liServe as the on-the-ground technical point of contact for the center's platform users. /li liDeliver hands-on onboarding and training on the Classiq platform for researchers, engineers, and end users in Italian. /li liProvide first-line technical support and troubleshooting for platform users. /li liImplement quantum applications hand in hand with the local enterprise customers. /li liOwn day-to-day center operations: user and license management, hardware/resource access allocation, etc. /li liBuild strong working relationships with the partner's team - surfacing risks and requirements, and feeding field insights back to Classiq. /li liRepresent the center for visiting customers and partners (demos, walkthroughs) - customer-facing. /li liAs an early hire, help stand up center readiness -space, equipment, and workflows as the team grows /li /ul h3Who You Are /h3 ul liAdvanced degree (MSc or PhD) in Physics, Computer Science, or Engineering, with a strong academic or practical focus on quantum computing or quantum information. /li liPrior experience in technical customer support, training delivery, or platform/site operations. /li liComfortable learning and explaining complex technical concepts to non-expert audiences. /li liDemonstrated independence and initiative, a proven track record of owning a project, site, or function. /li liFluent/native Italian; strong enough English to collaborate with a global team. /li liBased in or willing to relocate to Naples. /li /ul h3Bonus Points /h3 ul liExposure to Python or scientific/technical computing. /li liExperience with HPC, lab, or specialized hardware environments. /li liExperience opening or standing up a technical site/office as an early team member. /li /ul pClassiq is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of color, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr