Quandela stands as a global leader in quantum computing, driven by groundbreaking technology and a strategic vision for scaling quantum solutions. The company’s unique ability to offer both hardware and software solutions, along with its commitment to build energy efficient datacenters and scalability, positions it to play a key role in the next wave of innovation, and in many strategic and sovereign industrial sectors.
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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.
- 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.
- 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.
QUANTUM ROLE CONTEXT | Appended by Quantum.Jobs v2
Role context:
This role exists within legal and corporate operations to ensure organizational compliance with international trade laws and sanctions. Positioned as an operational and regulatory safeguard between executive management, engineering teams, and government agencies, the function mitigates legal risks associated with technology transfer. By establishing internal compliance protocols, monitoring regulatory shifts, and securing necessary licenses, professionals in this position enable cross-border technology deployment, commercial expansion, and international research collaborations without violating national security mandates or trade restrictions.
Quantum ecosystem relevance:
As quantum computing technology advances, advanced hardware, specialized components, and high-level software fall under strict dual-use international trade regulations. This operational function provides essential compliance infrastructure that allows quantum developers to navigate complex export laws, international supply chains, and multinational partnerships. By managing regulatory filings and risk exposure conservatively, the role enables secure commercial distribution and international academic collaboration while protecting proprietary advanced technology from illicit transfer or regulatory penalties.
Capability signals:
- Expertise in managing multinational dual-use export control frameworks and compliance programs
- Deep knowledge of trade sanctions, regulatory monitoring, and international licensing procedures
- Proven public sector administrative background in regulatory enforcement or trade policy
- Experience evaluating complex technical hardware and software for proper trade classification
- Strategic cross-functional alignment between internal legal, engineering, and corporate operations
