Export Control Officer

Quandela is a global leader in quantum computing, designing, building, and delivering cutting-edge quantum solutions for research and industry. Its offerings include the most energy-efficient quantum computers for data centers, full-stack quantum computing solutions accessible via the cloud, and algorithm access services for academic and industrial customers. Following a pragmatic, step-by-step roadmap, Quandela has been deploying industrial-grade systems since 2023 while developing future generations of fault-tolerant quantum computers capable of scaling through the integration of thousands of photonic components. Quandela is committed to making quantum computing accessible to all in order to address the most complex industrial and societal challenges. 

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As Quandela continues to expand internationally, the company is operating in an increasingly complex regulatory and geopolitical environment. We are looking for an Export Control Officer to structure and operate Quandela’s export control framework and support the company’s international development. 

This is a hands-on role for someone able to translate complex export control regulations and geopolitical developments into clear assessments, practical processes and actionable guidance for the company. 

Your Key Responsibilities

• Map and maintain the company’s export control exposure across its products and technologies, partners and suppliers, including product classification, and licensing requirements 
• Monitor relevant regulatory, sanctions and geopolitical developments, assess their potential impact on the company’s activities, and provide clear recommendations to management and relevant stakeholders. 
• Build practical export control processes and provide guidance to internal stakeholders on export control requirements, including for sensitive transactions and international projects. Coordinate export license filings where required, in cooperation with Legal, and relevant public authorities. 
• Prepare short guides, awareness materials and training sessions for internal stakeholders when needed. 
• Run periodic checks to ensure export control assessments, decisions and records are properly documented and kept up to date. 

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in export controls, including experience within a government department, public administration or other state institution is MANDATORY.

• Strong working knowledge of U.S. export control rules, including the EAR, and good understanding of EU export control rules and sanctions.  

• Experience assessing products, technologies, partners or suppliers from an export control perspective.  

• Ability to build clear, practical processes in a growing company.  

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work with technical, legal, commercial and operational teams.  

• Professional fluency in English and French. 

Nice to Have 

• Experience in deeptech, defense, aerospace, cybersecurity, AI, semiconductors, or another sensitive technology sector. 

Benefits

• Competitive salary, flexible based on your experience
• Profit-sharing & company savings plan
• 100% health coverage (Alan)
• 50% transport reimbursement or sustainable mobility bonus
• Meal vouchers (Swile), Gymlib fitness support
• Childcare assistance & referral bonuses (€1,000–€2,000)

What we offer

• A meaningful role with real ownership, from day one
• A team eager to collaborate and grow with you
• A hybrid work model
• Daily exposure to the entire quantum stack — from high-level APIs to low-level firmware, and everything in between.

Process

• Talent Acquisition Interview (30' - 45')
• Hiring Manager Interview (45')
• Use Case (a live use case or one to be prepared at home and presented afterward)
• Meeting with the teams
• 2 reference check
• Offer

(This process is provided for guidance only and may evolve depending on the roles)

At Quandela, we believe that the strength of our team is the plurality of experiences, perspectives, and journeys. We are committed to building a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. All applications are welcome.