Research Scientist, Neutral Atoms, Quantum AI

Google; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 147,000 - 211,000; Full time

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Job summary

Google in Boulder, CO is seeking a Research Scientist focused on Neutral Atoms for Quantum AI. This role involves designing hardware for quantum computers and developing innovative architectures. The ideal candidate must hold a PhD in Physics or Electrical Engineering and have experience in research.

In this position, you will contribute to advancements in quantum computing and publish your findings. Google offers a competitive salary range of $147,000 to $211,000 plus bonuses and equity.

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or Electrical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• One or more scientific publication submissions relating to quantum.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement hardware for quantum computer apparatus.
• Develop error-tailored architectures for quantum computing.
• Enable hardware studies to create error models for operations.
• Publish and disseminate research findings.
• Collaborate with quantum-error-correction experts.

Skills

Research agenda ownership

Optical and mechanical design software

Building neutral atom experiments

Knowledge of computer science

Collaboration with theorists

Education

PhD degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Research Scientist, Neutral Atoms, Quantum AI

Location: Boulder, CO, USA.

Level: Mid.

Minimum qualifications:

• PhD degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• One or more scientific publication submissions for conferences, journals, or public repositories related to quantum.

Preferred qualifications:

• 1 year of experience owning and initiating research agendas.
• Experience in optical and mechanical design software.
• Experience building neutral atom experiments.
• Knowledge of computer science.
• Ability to collaborate with theorists.

About the job

As an organization, Google maintains a portfolio of research projects driven by fundamental research, new product innovation, product contribution and infrastructure goals, while providing individuals and teams the freedom to emphasize specific types of work. As a Research Scientist, you'll setup large-scale tests and deploy promising ideas quickly and broadly, managing deadlines and deliverables while applying the latest theories to develop new and improved products, processes, or technologies. From creating experiments and prototyping implementations to designing new architectures, our research scientists work on real-world problems that span the breadth of computer science, such as machine (and deep) learning, data mining, natural language processing, hardware and software performance analysis, improving compilers for mobile platforms, as well as core search and much more.

As a Research Scientist, you'll also actively contribute to the wider research community by sharing and publishing your findings, with ideas inspired by internal projects as well as from collaborations with research programs at partner universities and technical institutes all over the world.

As a Research Scientist, you will be joining a team building a fault‑tolerant quantum computer based on neutral atoms. You will be involved in research and development to advance the neutral atom quantum platform, translating theoretical concepts into practical experimental setups.

The full potential of quantum computing will be unlocked with a large-scale computer capable of complex, error‑corrected computations. Google Quantum AI's mission is to build this computer and unlock solutions to classically intractable problems. Our roadmap is focused on advancing the capabilities of quantum computing and enabling meaningful applications.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $147,000-$211,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement hardware for a neutral‑atom quantum computer apparatus.
• Develop error‑tailored architectures for quantum computing.
• Enable hardware studies to develop accurate error models for neutral‑atom physical operations.
• Publish and disseminate your research findings.
• Collaborate with quantum-error‑correction experts at Google Quantum AI.

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