Hardware Physicist

Midjourney; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Midjourney is seeking a physicist to develop revolutionary quantum hardware technologies in the San Francisco Bay Area. The role requires multiple years of experimental quantum physics experience and hands-on laser-based optical measurements.

On-site work is expected in the San Francisco Bay Area up to five days per week, and U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work. The qualifications emphasize designing, implementing, and troubleshooting experiments.

Qualifications

• Ph.D.-level or equivalent in experimental quantum physics.
• Experience designing, implementing, and troubleshooting experiments.
• Hands-on laser-based optical measurements.
• Willingness to work on-site in the San Francisco Bay Area (up to five days/week).
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Skills

Quantum physics

Experiment design

Laser optics

Laboratory experimentation

Citizenship requirement

Education

Ph.D.-level degree or equivalent

Job description

Midjourney is seeking physicists to develop revolutionary quantum hardware technologies.

Minimum qualifications

• Multiple years of experience working in experimental quantum physics (Ph.D.-level or similar)
• Proficiency in the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of experiments
• Hands-on experience with laser-based optical measurements
• Ability to work on-site (up to five days/week) in the San Francisco Bay Area
• Given the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required.

Bonus qualifications

• Broad familiarity with quantum computing and/or sensing platforms
• Track record of delivering cutting-edge systems that work outside the lab
• Strong physical intuition about fundamental signal origins and noise sources
• Hands-on experience with optics, optoelectronics, photodetectors, and optical fibers
• Familiarity with next-generation photonic technologies
• Experience inventing new tools and processes to address experimental challenges
• Proficiency using the latest AI tools to accelerate workflow
• Excellent data visualization and presentation skills

We are committed to considering all candidates who meet these qualifications, regardless of: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or educational background.