Physicist II - 1076

Quantinuum; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 101,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Equity opportunities

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Quantinuum seeks a Physicist II in Broomfield, CO to collaborate with a team of researchers, building and operating ion-trapping testbeds and laser beamlines. You will also develop electronics chains and support advanced technical challenges.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree plus security-sensitive screening; travel up to 10% is expected. Quantinuum offers a competitive base salary with benefits and opportunities in a leading quantum computing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree minimum required.
• U.S. Person required (citizen, permanent resident or green card holder).
• National security: not a PRC national or Russian national unless U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Work with research scientists to build, operate, maintain, and upgrade ion trapping testbeds.
• Build and maintain laser systems and beamlines.
• Build and maintain electronics systems, including RF and microwave chains.
• Support teams on sophisticated technical problems.
• Independently operate and solve issues.
• Travel up to 10%.

Skills

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Python programming

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in physics or related field

Tools

Python

Job description

We are seeking a Physicist II in our Broomfield, CO Location.

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

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with a team of research scientists to build, operate, maintain, and upgrade various ion trapping testbeds
• Build and maintain laser systems and beamlines
• Build and maintain electronics systems, including RF and microwave chains
• Support teams on sophisticated technical problems
• Independently operate and solve issues
• Up to 10% travel

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor's degree minimum
• 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.

WE VALUE

• Master's degree in physics or relevant engineering field such as Optical, Electrical, Mechanical, or Software
• Ability to analyze large sets of data to pull out correlations and trends on performance
• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to expand knowledge, learn new skills and push the boundary of what's possible
• Able to think critically, solve problems, and be a strong teammate with intelligent risk-taking skills
• Strong interpersonal and team skill
• Strong computer skills including ability to program in Python
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

What's in it for you?

• Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology
• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and student loan repayment benefit
• Equity opportunities
• Generous paid time off, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays annually
• Paid parental leave
• Employee discount programs

$101,000 - $136,000 a year

The base pay range for this role is $101,000 - $136,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate's skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

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. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, Quantinuum operatesacross the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Singapore.

By joining Quantinuum, you'll help shape the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Quantinuum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Workplace discrimination is illegal. For more information about Quantinuum, please visit our website.

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know use the Lets talk contact form.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, there is no application deadline for this position.