Lead Quantum Imaging & Algorithms Scientist — Equity

enable Technology

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Matched 401(k)
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Generous PTO
Flexible working arrangements
Equity options

Job summary

A cutting-edge optical hardware startup in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Lead Research Scientist to develop a prototype for groundbreaking AI imaging technology. The role demands expertise in quantum optics and programming, contributing to critical developments for Space/Earth observation. Ideal candidates will have a PhD or equivalent experience, and the role comes with attractive benefits, including equity options.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in the research of Quantum Optics or Quantum Information Theory.
  • Strong proficiency in programming languages for simulations.
  • Deep understanding of quantum optics concepts.

Responsibilities

  • Build simulations and algorithms to optimize imaging & sensing systems.
  • Calculate fundamental quantum limits of imaging/sensing scenarios.
  • Develop ML and statistical tooling for object classification.

Skills

Quantum optics
Information theory
Python
MATLAB
R
Machine learning
Optical hardware experience

Education

PhD or Masters in Physics, Electrical/Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics

Job description

A cutting-edge optical hardware startup in Cambridge, MA, seeks a Lead Research Scientist to develop a prototype for groundbreaking AI imaging technology. The role demands expertise in quantum optics and programming, contributing to critical developments for Space/Earth observation. Ideal candidates will have a PhD or equivalent experience, and the role comes with attractive benefits, including equity options.
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