Quantum Engineer — Neutral-Atom QC Hardware & Control

Atom Computing; Colorado; On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Unlimited PTO

401K match

Disability insurance

Dependent care benefits

Snacks & team lunches

Job summary

Atom Computing in Colorado is seeking a Quantum Engineer to help translate fundamental atomic physics into a scalable quantum computer. You will work with a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in neutral-atom quantum technologies.

The role emphasizes design of hardware and software interfaces, IP generation, and collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse team of experimental physics, hardware, and software engineers.
• Familiarity with Python and Git version control is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and construct the scientific hardware and control interfaces (both hardware and software) that are the essential backbone of the quantum computing platform.
• Generate intellectual property related to the design and operation of neutral-atom-based quantum computers.
• Requires extensive knowledge of the state-of-the-art techniques used in atomic physics and quantum computing research, and a deep understanding of the fundamental interactions between light and matter.
• Distill and communicate findings internally, and as appropriate, in external publications and presentations.
• Capable of lifting and moving objects that weigh up to 25 pounds.

Skills

Python

Git

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering

Job description

Atom Computing in Colorado is seeking a Quantum Engineer to help translate fundamental atomic physics into a scalable quantum computer. You will work with a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in neutral-atom quantum technologies.

The role emphasizes design of hardware and software interfaces, IP generation, and collaboration across disciplines.