Alice & Bob is developing the first universal, fault-tolerant quantum computer to solve the world’s hardest problems.
The quantum computer we envision building is based on a new kind of superconducting qubit: the Schrödinger cat qubit. In comparison to other superconducting platforms, cat qubits have the astonishing ability to implement quantum error correction autonomously!
We are at the forefront of the quantum race, competing with tech giants such as Google or IBM, and we are growing fast after securing €100 million of funding in 2025 to develop our unique technology.
Currently 200+ and counting, between physicists, PhD students, engineers and experienced business professionals, we are united to reach our ambitious goal. Are you a quantum pioneer? Join us on a mission to reshape the future!
About the role
Reporting to the Head of Building & Lab Facilities, you will define and execute an HSE policy that treats safety as a strategic partner to innovation. Your mission is to identify and mitigate complex risks within our
labs, cleanrooms, and cryogenic systems, ensuring optimal working conditions as we scale. If you thrive at the intersection of groundbreaking hardware and responsible oversight, join us as we balance rapid innovation with a sustainable, secure workspace!
Responsibilities
1. Occupational Health & Safety Management System
- Design, implement, and maintain the company’s Health & Safety at Work Management System, in line with ISO 45001, integrated with ISO 14001 and ISO 50001.
- Contribute and deploy the Health & Safety policy, aiming to prevent workplace accidents, occupational diseases, and protect employee health.
- Formalise and maintain all HSE processes and procedures necessary for the proper functioning of the organisation.
- Ensure HSE integration into daily facility, laboratory, and project operations.
- Prepare, manage, and follow up on internal and external audits, inspections, and certifications.
2. Regulatory Compliance & Regulatory Watch
- Ensure full compliance with French and European HSE regulations.
- Perform continuous regulatory watch on health, safety, and environmental legislation and standards.
- Translate regulatory requirements into operational procedures and action plans.
- Prepare, update, and manage the ICPE regulatory file (Installations Classées pour la Protection de l’Environnement), including declarations, permits, and modifications.
- Support exchanges with authorities, inspection bodies, and external auditors.
3. Risk Assessment, DUER & Prevention Programs
- Update, and manage the DUER (Document Unique d’Évaluation des Risques).
- Carry out risk assessments for laboratories, cryogenic systems, electrical installations, cleanrooms, and building infrastructure.
- Develop and implement prevention programs to reduce incidents, workplace accidents, and occupational diseases.
- Define and monitor corrective and preventive actions in collaboration with managers and HR.
- Contribute to equipment commissioning and process validation from a safety standpoint.
4. Safety Control & Operational Risk Management
- Identify hazards and define control measures related to cryogens, high voltage, radiation, chemical handling, confined spaces, pressure systems, and ATEX zones.
- contribute to the elaboration of safety procedures on customer site, when Alice&Bob is delivering a machine
- Implement and manage permit-to-work systems for contractors and internal staff.
- Participate in change management processes (MOC) to ensure safety is considered in all modifications.
5. Environmental & Waste Management
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to waste, emissions, effluents, and hazardous materials.
- Set up and monitor waste segregation systems in accordance with chemical and tertiary waste legislation.
- Support energy efficiency initiatives (ISO 50001) and environmental performance improvement plans.
- Ensure compliance with REACH, RoHS, ADR/IATA hazardous goods transport.
6. Emergency Preparedness & Crisis Management
- Develop and implement emergency response procedures (fire, cryogenic leaks, chemical spills, contamination, power outages, evacuation).
- Coordinate emergency drills in collaboration with Facilities teams and SSIAP-certified staff.
- Act as technical HSE support to the Crisis Management Team and contribute to business continuity planning.
7. Training, Awareness & Safety Culture
- Raise awareness among teams regarding HSE approaches and compliance with HSE procedures.
- Deliver HSE inductions and ongoing training to employees, contractors, and visitors.
- Promote a strong safety culture through communication campaigns, safety moments, and regular field presence.
- Design, organise, and conduct safety exercises (evacuation, fire, chemical spill, cryogenic incident) to ensure preparedness and continuous improvement.
- Develop safety communication tools: signage, alerts, procedures, and best practices.
8. Committees, Governance & Continuous Improvement
- Animate the Hygiene, Safety and Environment Committee (HSE Committee) in coordination with management and employee representatives.
- Track HSE performance indicators (accidents, near misses, compliance actions, waste, energy).
- Investigate incidents using root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions.
- Prepare regular HSE reports and recommendations to the Head of B&F and senior management.
- Implement continuous improvement processes for HSE and operational procedures.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and benchmark best practices.
Requirements
- 5+ years of HSE engineering experience, ideally from semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, or deeptech laboratories.
- A Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering or a related field and are well-versed in cryogenic hazards and cleanroom protocols.
- Deep knowledge of toxic/hazardous chemicals and industrial waste prevention.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex French regulations into clear, actionable procedures for an international team.
- Autonomy: You are ready to be the first dedicated hire in this space, bringing both field orientation and strategic vision.
- Fluent French and professional-level English proficiency, both written and spoken.
Knowledge:
- ISO management systems
- Occupational Health & Safety management systems
- Risk management principles
- NEBOSH or equivalent safety standards
- Cleanroom protocols, cryogenic hazards, laboratory and chemical safety
- French and European regulations (ICPE, ATEX, ADR, Code du Travail, etc.)
- In-depth knowledge of toxic, flammable, and hazardous chemicals and their safe handling
- Industrial waste prevention, treatment, and disposal methods
Skills:
- Excellent communication and training ability
- Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives
- Incident investigation and reporting expertise
- High level of autonomy, rigor, and field orientation
- Mastery of HSE standards and best practices
- Ability to design and deploy continuous improvement processes for HSE and operational procedures
Certifications & Work Conditions
Certifications:
- NEBOSH International Certificate or equivalent
- Fire safety / First Aid certification (e.g., SSIAP coordination experience)
- Environmental management certification
Work Conditions:
- Based at Aubervilliers and regular lab and cleanroom access
- Occasional travel to customer or satellite sites
- Exposure to cryogenic, electrical, and cleanroom environments (PPE required)
- Close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and external regulators
Benefits
- Our success is your success: own it with our BSPCE plan
- Direct IP Compensation: Earn substantial bonuses for driving the core patents that define our quantum architecture.
- Flexible remote policy, up to 40 % a month
- A Parental Plan including additional benefits such as crèche support or additional days-off to take care of under 12 years old children
- Subsidized membership with Urban Sports Club
- Mental health support with moka.care
- 25-day vacation policy (as per French law) + RTT
- Half of transportation cost coverage (as per French law), or yearly allowance for the die-hard bicycle users
- Competitive health coverage with Alan
- Meal vouchers with Swile, as well as access to a fully equipped and regularly stocked kitchen
- French language courses covered by the company for those interested
Recruitment Process
- Screening Call with Grace, Talent Acquisition Specialist (30 min)
- Hiring Manager Interview with Aurélien (45 min)
- Technical Interview/Presentation with the team (60 min)
- Leadership & Fit Interview (60 min)
- Reference Check
Research shows that women might feel hesitant to apply for this job if they don't match 100% of the job requirements listed. This list is a guide, and we'd love to receive your application even if you think you're only a partial match. We are looking to build teams that innovate, not just tick boxes on a job spec.
You will join of one of the most innovative startups in France at an early stage, to be part of a passionate and friendly team on its mission to build the first universal quantum computer!
We love to share and learn from one another, so you will be certain to innovate, develop new ideas, and have the space to grow.
