Team Lead – Interposer Development

About Us

QuantWare is the world's leading manufacturer of superconducting quantum hardware. As a high growth start-up with a global customer base, our mission is to accelerate the advent of the quantum computer. We push the boundaries of what's possible in our field. We work on making the world’s largest quantum processors, as fast as possible.

At QuantWare, we’re not just producing quantum hardware for the hyperscalers of tomorrow; we’re working on technology that will change the world. To make that ambition a reality, we need exceptional people who drive real impact. That’s where you come in. 

As the Team Lead for Interposer Development, your mission is to guide a multidisciplinary team in designing, prototyping, and testing the critical building blocks of a novel 3D architecture for next-generation quantum computers. You will oversee the development of subsystems and components, ensuring technical excellence while driving toward ambitious milestones. In this role, you’ll balance hands-on technical leadership with strategic project management. You will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination, resource allocation, planning, and performance management of the team, while fostering an environment where engineers can thrive and innovate.

What You’Ll Be Doing:

As Team Lead, You Will:

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a small team of engineers developing advanced interposer and 3D packaging solutions for quantum hardware applications.
• Drive R&D projects from early concept through prototyping to manufacturable processes — including contributing hands-on where needed.
• Collaborate with external partners and vendors, managing outsourced activities and ensuring seamless integration of external technologies into our products.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including bilateral check-ins, sprint planning, and team meetings, to keep progress aligned and transparent.
• Allocate resources strategically, balancing workload across engineers, coordinating cross-functional contributions, and aligning priorities with company objectives.
• Foster a culture of innovation and accountability, ensuring the team delivers technical excellence while adapting to the fast pace of a scale-up environment.

Your Profile

You don’t need to tick every box, but if most of these apply, we’d love to hear from you:

Technical Background

• Master’s degree (or higher) in physics, electronics, mechanical engineering, materials science, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in hardware R&D within semiconductor packaging, advanced interposers, RF/microwave systems, aerospace, photonics, or other deep-tech industries.
• Proven ability to help take hardware from prototype to manufacturable, scalable solutions.

It would be a plus if you bring experience with:

• Advanced packaging approaches (2.5D/3D integration, TSV, flip-chip, wafer-level, heterogeneous integration);
• Thermal management, mechanical stress, and reliability in complex hardware systems;
• Signal integrity challenges in packaging and interposers, and/or
• Packaging development for quantum applications
• Proven track record leading small, multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong project management skills: able to deliver complex R&D programs under uncertainty.
• Comfortable building scalable processes in a scale-up/startup environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both engineers and business stakeholders.

Leadership

• Strong people management skills, including coaching, developing talent, and conflict resolution.
• Collaborative, structured and pragmatic

What We Offer:

At QuantWare, you’ll be part of a high-performing team of world-class experts in an ambitious, fast-moving environment. From day one, you’ll have the trust, tools, and support to do your best work. Here’s what you can expect:

Competitive salary - A competitive monthly salary, plus an 8% annual holiday bonus paid out each May

Pension that’s built to last - A future-proof pension plan that includes partner and dependent coverage. QuantWare covers 63% of the premium

Flexibility built on trust - We focus on outcomes. Work flexibly, in a hybrid setup, with an open vacation policy that lets you manage your time

Relocation support - If you’re moving to the Netherlands, we’ll make the transition seamless. We cover visa support, temporary housing in most cases, and help securing the 30% tax benefit for eligible candidates.

Personal growth - We invest in your L&D, with a budget available to each team member, dependent on their individual ambitions, development needs, and performance

A focus on well-being - We support your physical and mental energy through wellness initiatives that help you recharge and stay sharp

A connected team - We make space to celebrate wins together, with team events, offsites, and spontaneous moments that bring us closer

Financial clarity - Through our partnership with Equip, you’ll get tools and expert guidance to help you understand and optimise your total compensation

Diversity & Inclusion At Quantware

At QuantWare, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute. We believe that varied perspectives drive better decisions, foster innovation, and strengthen our work.

If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You might bring a unique perspective or skill set that makes you a great fit for our team.

• If you have any questions about the role or hiring process, feel free to contact our Talent Partner, Roberta Dessi, at roberta.dessi@quantware.com.
• As part of our recruitment process, candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening.