Optical Engineer - Quantum Systems & Precision Alignment

Atomcomputing; 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

Catered team lunches

Snacks and drinks in the office

Job summary

Atom Computing in Boulder, Colorado is looking for an Optical Engineer to design and develop optical subsystems for quantum computers. This role involves collaboration with mechanical engineers and physicists to innovate in optical solutions, ensuring precision alignment and assembly.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Optical Sciences and substantial experience in design and assembly. The position offers a competitive salary of $120,000 - $145,000 and generous benefits including fully paid medical and unlimited paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years optical design experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on optics assembly experience in a lab.

Responsibilities

• Design optical subsystems with engineers and physicists.
• Create specifications for optical systems.
• Assist in the assembly and alignment of optics.

Skills

Optical design experience

Hands-on optics assembly experience

Experience with CAD software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Optical Sciences or related field

Advanced degree

Tools

Zemax

Solidworks

Job description

Atom Computing in Boulder, Colorado is looking for an Optical Engineer to design and develop optical subsystems for quantum computers. This role involves collaboration with mechanical engineers and physicists to innovate in optical solutions, ensuring precision alignment and assembly.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Optical Sciences and substantial experience in design and assembly. The position offers a competitive salary of $120,000 - $145,000 and generous benefits including fully paid medical and unlimited paid time off.