Quantum AI Research Scientist: Neutral-Atom Platform

Socket.dev; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 147,000 - 210,000; Full time

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Job summary

Google Quantum AI in the United States is seeking a Research Scientist to design and scale neutral-atom quantum computer hardware, translating theory into practical experiments.

You will publish findings and collaborate with partner universities and internal teams while advancing the platform toward large-scale, error-corrected quantum computing. Individual pay is determined by skills, experience, and education; equity and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent experience in physics/EE with quantum focus.
• Publications or submissions related to quantum science.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement hardware for a neutral-atom quantum computer apparatus.
• Develop error-tailored architectures for quantum computing.
• Enable hardware studies to develop accurate error models for neutral-atom physical operations.
• Publish and disseminate your research findings.
• Collaborate with quantum-error-correction experts at Google Quantum AI.

Skills

Research leadership

Optical design

Mechanical design

Neutral-atom experiments

Computer science knowledge

Collaboration with theorists

Education

PhD in Physics or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Publications related to quantum

Job description

Google Quantum AI in the United States is seeking a Research Scientist to design and scale neutral-atom quantum computer hardware, translating theory into practical experiments.

You will publish findings and collaborate with partner universities and internal teams while advancing the platform toward large-scale, error-corrected quantum computing. Individual pay is determined by skills, experience, and education; equity and benefits are included.