Quantum Sensing & Metrology Physicist (Experimental)

Zoho; New Mexico; On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

Zoho is seeking an Experimental Quantum Physicist to lead design and hardware development for next- generation atomic sensors and quantum metrology. You will advance quantum sensing systems for precise PNT and RF electrometry in a laboratory setting.

The role requires hands-on AMO/photonic experience, laser stabilization, and the ability to translate lab prototypes into rugged, field-ready devices. This is an on-site position in Torrance, CA with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s or Ph.D. in Experimental Physics, Applied Physics, Optical Sciences, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of hands-on lab experience in atomic physics, quantum optics, or photonics.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and optimize benchtop and compact setups for atomic and photonic quantum sensors.
• Assemble, align, and maintain complex optical trains and precision laser systems.
• Drive experimental validation across atom interferometry, atomic clocks, and related modalities.
• Develop automated test benches and data logging for high-precision measurements.
• Collaborate on miniaturization of lab setups into rugged SWaP-friendly packages.
• Document methodologies and results in technical reports.

Skills

AMO physics

Atom interferometry

Atomic magnetometers

Rydberg sensors

Photonic integration

Optomechanics

Optical frequency combs

Laser stabilization

Vacuum systems

Education

Master’s or PhD in Physics

Tools

Python

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Job description

Zoho is seeking an Experimental Quantum Physicist to lead design and hardware development for next- generation atomic sensors and quantum metrology. You will advance quantum sensing systems for precise PNT and RF electrometry in a laboratory setting.

The role requires hands-on AMO/photonic experience, laser stabilization, and the ability to translate lab prototypes into rugged, field-ready devices. This is an on-site position in Torrance, CA with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.