Quantum Computing Architect — AMO Theory & Large-Scale QC

Quantinuum; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible work

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) match

Equity opportunities

PTO & holidays

Parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Quantinuum, based in Broomfield, Colorado, seeks an Advanced AMO Theorist to architect next-generation quantum computers. You will work with hardware teams to design scalable systems, simulate quantum operations, and define high-level requirements for sub-systems and technologies.

The role requires a PhD and at least five years in quantum information, ion trapping, or related fields, with U.S. person status due to security requirements.

Qualifications

• PhD completed prior to starting.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience (PhD inclusive) in quantum information, ion trapping, qubits, optics, or related fields.
• Due to contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person (citizen, permanent resident or green card holder).
• National security rules restrict PRC/Russian nationals unless also a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize large-scale quantum computers with hardware teams.
• Analyze performance of candidate quantum computer architectures.
• Define system-level requirements and sub-system requirements.
• Numerically simulate quantum operations (gates, readout, cooling).
• Identify technology insertions with sub-system teams.
• Communicate findings to technical, management, and executive teams.
• Develop and oversee best scientific practices within the team.

Skills

PhD completed

Quantum information

Ion trapping

Numerical simulation

Lasers / photonics

Cryogenics

Vacuum systems

Team leadership

Education

PhD in physics or related field

Job description

Quantinuum, based in Broomfield, Colorado, seeks an Advanced AMO Theorist to architect next-generation quantum computers. You will work with hardware teams to design scalable systems, simulate quantum operations, and define high-level requirements for sub-systems and technologies.

The role requires a PhD and at least five years in quantum information, ion trapping, or related fields, with U.S. person status due to security requirements.