Technical Sales Manager - Quantum Technologies @ R&S Japan

Zurich Instruments

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Japan hybrid Until 8/22/2026 First posted November 14, 2025 Last posted November 14, 2025
Job description

Zurich Instruments is a leader in advanced test and measurement instruments and control electronics for quantum computing. Our solutions support scientists and high-tech companies worldwide in pioneering research and developing next-generation quantum computers.

For this position, you will be employed by our parent company, Rohde & Schwarz Japan, giving you the stability and reach of a global technology leader, while working closely with the Zurich Instruments team and customers. 

Quantum computing is transitioning from research to reality, and Japan is one of its most exciting markets. Do you want to be at the forefront of this development, engaging with leading researchers and decision-makers to drive real commercial impact? Then this role is for you.

Your responsibilities

  • Drive sales across Japan, proactively identifying new opportunities and managing the sales process through to close
  • Understand each customer's measurement or research challenge and match it to the right Zurich Instruments solution
  • Build and maintain customer relationships to ensure long-term success
  • Organize and perform customer visits, engaging with researchers, principal investigators, and decision-makers
  • Represent Zurich Instruments at trade shows and conferences across Japan
  • Open up new business with academic and industry partners as we expand in the region

Your profile

  • A technical degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or similar combined with first sales experience, or a proven sales track record in a comparable technical market
  • Highly motivated and results-driven, with the determination to turn opportunities into wins
  • A strong communicator with an entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable engaging both technical and commercial stakeholders
  • A basic understanding of Quantum Computing or Test and Measurement applications, or the drive to learn them fast
  • Willingness to travel regularly within Japan for customer visits and events
  • Native-level Japanese and solid professional English, as you'll work closely with our Swiss headquarters
Join a diverse, open, and transparent work environment that values personal development. Thrive in a cooperative team, where distributed decision-making enables you to make a substantial impact from the start.
 
Now is an exciting time to join the team.
 
We look forward to receiving your resume and motivation letter.
About this role

Summary

Drive sales of quantum computing solutions in Japan, engage researchers and industry partners

Job title

Technical Sales Manager - Quantum Technologies

Experience level

proven sales track record or first sales experience

Industry

technology

Location requirements

Japan, remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

physicselectrical engineeringsalescommunicationwillingness to travel

Preferred skills

quantum computingtest and measurement

Specializations

quantum computingtest and measurementsales
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Japan

Hybrid Country