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Development Manager (m/f/d) - Optimization & Quantum Algorithms

Date: 01/27/2026
Company: SAP

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Summary


SAP is launching a bold, long-term initiative to explore the transformative potential of Quantum Technologies in enterprise software. Anchored within the Office of the CTO and led by a dedicated Head of Quantum, we are building a world-class team of experts across physics, algorithms, engineering, and enterprise domains. This effort aims to develop quantum-enabled applications, foster collaboration across business units, and grow an ecosystem of partners, start-ups, and research institutions.

The Development Manager Optimization & Quantum will play a pivotal leadership role within the SCM Optimization organization, managing a team high-performing of developers and architects to evolve the algorithms of the SCM Optimization & Data Science technology to become truly “quantum-native”. In this position you are responsible for building-up a team of experts that executes on  SAP’s vision of Quantum Optimization in future quantum algorithms for Optimization and Data Science. In your role you will collaborate with leading experts in the field of High-Performance Computing, Operations Research and Quantum Computing across domains and jurisdictions


The Role:

- Build-up a team of quantum experts in Munich, embedded into one of the leading Quantum Ecosystems globally.
- Lead, inspire, and develop a team of Experts, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, professionalism, and excellence.
- In collaboration with the Architects and Product Managers for the Optimization Engines develop and execute the evolution of the SAP SCM Optimization & Data Science solutions integrating Quantum Technologies to deliver business value into SAP’s installed base.


What you bring:

- Leadership experience in software development with focus on state-of-the art computing theories and methodologies is a must.
- Well-honed people management skills and a proven track-record in building up a new team of key resources at the highest level of performance.
- Strong background in Quantum Computing and Operations Research.
- Deep understanding of algorithms both quantum and classical.
- Ability to work in a multi-domain environment, crossing technical, academic, research and business boundaries.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Highly professional and structured working style
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment that crosses organizational boundaries while managing complex, global stakeholder networks.
- Degree in Physics or Maths is mandatory with a strong background in Operations Research and Supply Chain Management


Meet your team:

The SCM Optimization & Data Science area’s mission is to future proof our customers excellence in Supply Planning and beyond. As one of the most experienced and well-renowned team in Operations Research we thrive to bring superior value to our customers every day. Serving the worlds most demanding and largest customers, excellence is at the heart of our DNA. We accelerate innovation for SCM by breakthrough research and collaborations with industry-leaders. If you strive to work with the best, this is your future team


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Requisition ID: 433369  | Work Area: Software-Design and Development  | Expected Travel: 0 - 10%  | Career Status: Management  | Employment Type: Regular Full Time or Part-Time  | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid #SAPMunichCareers

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