Quantum Application Scientist (m/f/d)

TOPTICA Photonics, Inc (USA); Town of Pittsford (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

TOPTICA Photonics Inc. in Rochester, NY seeks a Quantum Application Scientist to configure laser-based solutions, perform hands-on experiments, and present findings at technical meetings and tradeshows.

You will collaborate with researchers and customers to demonstrate product capabilities and advance photonics technology. The role requires a Master’s degree in physics or a related field, strong communication and lab skills, and may favor a PhD in physics or related field.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in physics or related field.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent laboratory skills.

Responsibilities

• Configure solutions to customer problems from TOPTICA’s broad portfolio of lasers.
• Perform hands-on experiments to demonstrate product capability.
• Present at technical meetings and tradeshows.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Laboratory skills

Education

Master’s degree in physics or related field

PhD in physics or related field (nice to have)

Job description

At TOPTICA Photonics Inc., we combine cutting‑edge laser technology with a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. Our Rochester, NY site, founded in 2001, is TOPTICA’s strongest location outside Germany and a hub for innovation and engineering excellence in North America. Our 40+ team members work alongside leading institutions like the University of Rochester and RIT, developing advanced products such as optical isolators and OPO laser systems.

We believe great ideas come from passionate people. At TOPTICA, you’ll find an open, supportive environment that encourages curiosity, teamwork, and initiative. Engineers, technicians, scientists, and customer support professionals all contribute to advancing photonics worldwide—while enjoying Rochester’s affordable living, vibrant innovation scene, and excellent quality of life.

Quantum Application Scientist (m/f/d)

What can you expect in the role of Quantum Application Scientist?

• Configure solutions to customer problems from TOPTICA’s broad portfolio of lasers.

• Perform hands‑on experiments to demonstrate product capability.

• Present at technical meetings and tradeshows.

Your Profile:

• Master’s degree in physics or a related field.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Excellent laboratory skills.

What would be a plus in this role?

• PhD in physics or a related field.

It’s a plus if you’ve heard of the following terms:

• Neutral atom & trapped ion quantum computing
• Rydberg electric field sensing
• Optical clocks

Our Benefits:

• Medical Coverage: TOPTICA provides 100% employer‑paid medical insurance through Excellus with a fully funded HRA for in‑network expenses
• Dental Coverage: Employees receive 100% employer‑paid dental coverage through Excellus Dental with a $600 annual HRA
• Life Insurance: TOPTICA offers a basic term life policy through Unum equal to two times the employee’s salary (up to $300,000) at no cost, effective after 30 days
• Long‑Term Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by a Unum long‑term disability policy that provides partial income if disabled, effective after 30 days
• Retirement Plan: Full‑time employees can participate in the 401(k) plan, with company matching up to 6% after six months
• Paid Time Off: Employees receive 7 sick days, 3 personal days, and accrue vacation starting at 10 days per year, increasing to 15 days after two years
• Observed Holidays: Employees receive 12 paid U.S. federal holidays each year
• Company Shutdown: TOPTICA observes a year‑end shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s.