Experimental Scientist

Oratomic, Inc.; Pasadena; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

401K

Unlimited PTO

Paid family leave

Visa sponsorship

Equity

Job summary

Oratomic, Inc. is hiring experimental scientists to design, build, and operate fault-tolerant neutral atom quantum computers. You will work in an AMO-style team across hardware, software, and processor design to deliver a functioning quantum computer.

This role focuses on design, construction, and operation, coordinating with quantum error correction and algorithms theory groups. We welcome all experience levels, from post-bachelors to PhD and beyond, and offer a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Desirable experience designing and operating quantum hardware or AMO-style systems.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work across cross-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and operate fault-tolerant neutral atom quantum computers.
• Lead a team of engineering technicians in AMO-style projects.
• Collaborate with quantum error correction and algorithms theory teams to integrate hardware and software components.

Job description

We are actively hiring experimental scientists to take part in designing, building, and operating fault-tolerant neutral atom quantum computers. You will work in an AMO-style team, working across hardware (lasers, optics, vacuum, electronics), software, processor design, and whatever else is required to build the working quantum computer. This role will focus on the design, construction, and operation of the quantum computer, working closely with the quantum error correction and algorithms theory team. This role involves leading the building of complex AMO systems as well as leading a team of engineering technicians. Prior experience in experimental quantum science is desirable but not required. We are hiring at all experience levels, including post-bachelors, masters, PhD, and beyond.

Requirements

• Wants to build a quantum computer
• Works well in a highly collaborative team environment

Compensation

• $200,000-$300,000/year depending on experience
• Benefits (health and dental coverage, 401K, unlimited PTO, paid family leave, visa sponsorship)
• Equity

Oratomic is an equal opportunity employer. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact [e-mail].