AMO Physicist

Rydberg Technologies; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Health Savings Account

Company paid Life Insurance, STD, LTD

Job summary

Rydberg Technologies in Ann Arbor, MI, seeks a Physicist with an AMO background to join our quantum RD&E team for hands-on development of next‑generation devices and atomic sensors.

The role involves experimental research, design, testing and integration of Rydberg atom technologies, RF sensors and transceivers. You will work autonomously yet thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with a focus on meticulous planning and documentation to deliver robust quantum solutions.

Qualifications

• PhD required in related field; strong experimental physics experience.
• Experience with atom-based quantum technologies and sensors.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and engineer quantum devices and RF sensors.
• Lead experimental R&D on atomic sensors and Rydberg technologies.
• Collaborate across disciplines to plan projects and document results.

Skills

Precision spectroscopy

Vapor cell technology

Optomechanical systems engineering

Optoelectrical systems engineering

Frequency-stable lasers

Ultra-stable cavities

Optical frequency combs

Laser stabilization

Analog and digital electronics

Programming Python

Programming C/C++

Signal processing

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Cross-disciplinary communication

Documentation and time management

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