Lead Experimental Physicist - 570

Entangled Future; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantinuum in Broomfield, CO seeks a Lead Experimental Physicist to lead experimental work on trapped-ion quantum sensing, information, or computing systems within the Quantum Computing Hardware team. The role emphasizes leadership of scientists and engineers, experimental operation, and collaboration across disciplines.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in quantum research, a PhD, and experience with laser cooling/trapping, cryogenics, and high-vacuum systems.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. must be completed prior to start date.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical teams to deliver complex, high-impact projects.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in quantum physics related fields.
• U.S. Person required by contractual and security rules.
• Candidates must be eligible under U.S. government security rules.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental work in a research lab, developing data on ion-based quantum hardware.
• Mentor other scientists and engineers.
• Review results, identify improvements, and drive new processes.
• Perform design trade studies and analyses.
• Present results internally, at conferences, and in publications.
• Develop project plans and budgets aligned with company strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Scientific analysis

Education

PhD in Physics or related field

Tools

Laser systems

Cryogenic systems

Ultra-high vacuum systems

Ion/neutral atom lasers

Optical cavities

Phase/Intensity feedback loops

Job description

Lead Experimental Physicist - 570 at Quantinuum, US Broomfield, CO. A lead-level full time position in the Quantum Computing Hardware team, listed under research.

We are seeking a highly qualified Lead Experimental Physicist to join our team in Broomfield, CO , contributing their expertise to cutting-edge R&D efforts in the field of quantum computing. The ideal candidate will have experience leading teams of scientists and engineers in the development and experimental operation of trapped-ion-based quantum sensing, information, or computing systems.

All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

WE VALUE

• 10+ years of experience in scientific research and development, engineering, or leadership roles
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Experience with laser cooling and trapping of ions or neutral atoms
• Experience performing simulation and modeling to inform design and experiments
• Experience with laser systems, especially frequency-stabilized diode lasers, optical cavities, and phase or intensity feedback loops
• Experience with cryogenic systems
• Experience with ultra-high vacuum systems
• Experience with electro-optic devices, including photodetectors and light modulators
• Experience designing and testing micro-optical systems
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results in their field of research

Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company delivering a full stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. With active engagements spanning pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, government, industrial sectors, and leading academic and research institutions worldwide, we are helping organizations unlock the transformative potential of quantum computing.

Our global team of more than 800 employees includes many of the world's leading scientists, engineers, and researchers, with more than 70% of our technology team holding advanced degrees at the Master's or PhD level.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental work in a research lab environment, developing and collecting data on the performance of various methods and hardware prototypes related to ion-based quantum computing.
• Mentor other scientists and engineers.
• Review scientific results, identify areas for improvement, and implement enhanced processes and directions for further investigation.
• Perform design trade studies and analyses.
• Present scientific results internally, at conferences, and in publications.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets aligned with broader company strategy.

Requirements

• Ph.D. must be completed prior to start date.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical teams to deliver complex, high-impact projects.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience (including Ph.D.) in one or more of the following areas: quantum computing, quantum information, quantum sensing, or atomic physics.
• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.