Optical Engineer – Precision Optics for Quantum Systems

Atom Computing; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

Unlimited paid time off

401K company matching

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Daily drinks, snacks, and catered lunches

Job summary

A technology firm specializing in quantum computing is seeking an Optical Engineer to design opto-mechanical subsystems. You will collaborate with engineers, create specifications for optical systems, and perform hands-on tasks related to assembly and alignment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Optical Sciences or related fields with 3-5 years of optical design experience. The position offers a competitive salary between $120,000 and $145,000, along with bonuses and equity.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years optical design experience is required.
• 2+ years of hands‑on optics assembly experience in a laboratory environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design optical subsystems in collaboration with the engineering team.
• Analyze design requirements and propose solutions.
• Create designs from component to system level.
• Perform tolerance and stray light analyses.
• Develop alignment procedures for optical systems.
• Assist in hands-on assembly and alignment of optical designs.
• Characterize the performance of optical subsystems.

Skills

Fourier Optics

High numerical aperture imaging systems

Zemax

Solidworks

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Optical Sciences, Optical Engineering or related field

Advanced degree

Tools

Ray-tracing software

3D CAD design software

Job description

A technology firm specializing in quantum computing is seeking an Optical Engineer to design opto-mechanical subsystems. You will collaborate with engineers, create specifications for optical systems, and perform hands-on tasks related to assembly and alignment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Optical Sciences or related fields with 3-5 years of optical design experience. The position offers a competitive salary between $120,000 and $145,000, along with bonuses and equity.