AMO Physicist

Rydberg Technologies; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off Program

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Health Savings Account benefits

Company paid Life Insurance, STD, and

Job summary

Rydberg Technologies in Ann Arbor is seeking a Physicist or Applied Physicist with AMO background to join our quantum RD&E team. You will hands-on develop quantum devices and perform experimental R&D on atomic sensors, Rydberg atom technologies, and RF transceivers.

The role requires strong programming, electronics, and engineering design skills, and you will operate autonomously within a dynamic team to deliver high-quality results.

Qualifications

• PhD in atomic, optical, quantum physics, applied physics and engineering, or similar.
• US citizens or green card holders may be given priority due to export controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop and engineer quantum devices and systems in AMO physics.
• Perform experimental R&D on atomic sensors and Rydberg-atom quantum technologies.
• Plan and execute project work in a fast-paced team, with autonomous contribution.

Skills

Atomic sensors

Atomic clocks

Spectroscopy

Vapor cell tech

Optomechanical systems

Optoelectrical systems

Lasers

Frequency-stable lasers

Analog & digital electronics

Python

C/C++

Signal processing

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Documentation

Time management

Cross-disciplinary communication

Education

PhD in atomic, optical, quantum physics, applied physics and engineering, or similar

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Job description

Rydberg Technologies is seeking a dynamic Physicist or Applied Physicist with a background in AMO physics and engineering to join our quantum RD&E team in the development of next-generation quantum technologies. This is a hands-on role responsible for the development and engineering of quantum devices, experimental research and development of atomic sensors and Rydberg atom quantum technologies, methods and devices including quantum RF sensors and transceivers. We seek high-caliber candidates who are solution-oriented, organized, self-motivated, have an interest in top-level project planning, give attention to the finest project details, and have the ability to both work autonomously and in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment.

Required technical skills:

• Experience conducting independent research in the areas of atom-based quantum technologies, including atomic sensors or clocks
• Such experience must include a subset of the following: precision spectroscopy, vapor cell technology, optomechanical and optoelectrical systems engineering, frequency-stable lasers, ultra-stable cavities, optical frequency combs, atomic and optical laser stabilization, analog and digital electronics, advanced programming (Python, C/C++) and signal processing, high proficiency in engineering design (SolidWorks) and simulation (ANSYS).
• Excellent cross-disciplinary communication, documentation, and time management

Desired technical skills:

• Cold atoms
• Advanced vapor cell engineering
• Integrated photonics
• RF test and measurement

Qualifications:

• PhD in atomic, optical, quantum physics, applied physics and engineering, or similar;
• US citizens or green card holders may be given priority due to export controls

Company Benefits

• Paid Time Off Program
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account benefits
• Company paid Life Insurance, STD, and LTD