Research Software Engineering Intern (f/m/d)

• Bring the measurement software of Pre-Development together into one shared Python framework, to a target architecture your mentor defines, and migrate the existing measurement protocols onto it.
• Keep the CI/CD pipeline on GitHub Actions healthy as the framework grows: tests, linting, packaging, releases.
• Give first-pass reviews on pull requests from our engineers (tests, conventions, API conformance) before your mentor approves them.
• Help our engineers extend the stack: new measurement protocols become modules in the framework, and you validate the migrated ones on our QDm systems together with them.
• Document the framework and hand it over so the team runs it on its own after your internship.

• Enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree program in computer science, software engineering, computational engineering, physics or electrical engineering with a strong software focus.
• Available full time for 6 months, starting as soon as possible.
• Python is your working language: you structure packages, write type hints and tests, and have refactored or consolidated code you did not write.
• Git and CI are routine for you, and you know how to make hardware-dependent code testable: mocked instruments, recorded data and simulation, with runs on real hardware as a separate stage.
• AI coding agents are part of how you work, and you check their output the way you check your own.
• You review code and take review well, you can agree on a common interface with engineers who each prefer their own solution, and you treat your colleagues as your users.
• Fluent in English. On-site in Munich.

Experience with instrument control or lab automation in Python, with frameworks such as qudi, QCoDeS or PyMeasure, or contributions to open-source projects are a plus, not required. What we want you to bring is the patience to read code you did not write and the discipline to leave it better structured than you found it.

• Mission: At QD, we're driven by more than just building great products - we aim to make a lasting difference. Joining us means contributing to meaningful work that goes beyond business as usual.
• Impact & growth: This is an exciting stage of our journey, and your voice matters. You'll have the chance to shape our culture, influence key decisions, and grow alongside a company that's scaling fast.
• Mentoring: An experienced colleague from the team mentors you throughout your internship.
• Health & fitness: With a company-sponsored Wellpass membership, you'll have access to countless gyms, classes, and wellness offers across Germany to stay healthy and active.
• Team & culture: We believe the best ideas come when we connect outside the office. From regular off-sites to team events, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Well-being & balance: We value rest and recovery. That's why you'll enjoy 24 vacation days plus public holidays to recharge and return inspired.