Modeling & Simulation Engineer – Quantum Hardware (f/m/d)

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  Model static and time-dependent electrostatic potentials of segmented ion traps

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  Simulate RF (Paul trap) fields and derive effective (pseudopotential) trapping potentials 

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  Compute magnetic field distributions, including gradients and field stability

Simulate microwave field distributions for qubit control and coupling
Ion Dynamics & Transport

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  Simulate single- and multi-ion dynamics in time-dependent potentials

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  Analyze ion shuttling protocols, including transport speed, motional excitation, and heating

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  Evaluate stability regions, secular frequencies, and micromotion effects

• Develop parameterized COMSOL models to explore design trade-offs

• Extract physical quantities (trap depths, frequencies, field homogeneity)

• Validate simulation results against analytical models and experimental data

• Automate simulation workflows where appropriate (e.g. via COMSOL LiveLink)

• Interface with experimental and theoretical teams to refine trap designs

• Clearly document simulation assumptions, methods, and results

• Provide actionable design recommendations based on simulation outcomes