Quantum Application Scientist (m/f/d)

TOPTICA Photonics, Inc.; Town of Pittsford (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HRA for in-network expenses

Dental coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Year-end shutdown

Job summary

TOPTICA Photonics Inc. in Rochester, NY, is seeking a Quantum Application Scientist to configure solutions from our broad laser portfolio and perform hands-on experiments to demonstrate product capabilities.

You will present at technical meetings and tradeshows, collaborating with a team of engineers and scientists. The role requires a master’s in physics or related field, excellent laboratory skills, and a passion for photonics.

Qualifications

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

Education

Master’s degree in physics or a related field

PhD in physics or a related field

Job description

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.

Pittsford, NY

Scientific Research

Experienced professional

full-time

Your Profile:

Master’s degree in physics or a related field.

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:

• Rydberg electric field sensing
• Optical clocks
• 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.
  

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.