Lead Experimental Physicist - 570

Quantinuum • Broomfield, CO

7d • $160,000 - $200,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly qualified Lead Experimental Physicist to join our team in Broomfield, CO, contributing their expertise to cutting-edge R&D efforts in the field of quantum computing. The ideal candidate will have experience leading teams of scientists and engineers in the development and experimental operation of trapped-ion-based quantum sensing, information, or computing systems. All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

Requirements

• Ph.D. must be completed prior to start date.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical teams to deliver complex, high-impact projects.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience (including Ph.D.) in one or more of the following areas: quantum computing, quantum information, quantum sensing, or atomic physics.
• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

Nice To Haves

• 10+ years of experience in scientific research and development, engineering, or leadership roles
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Experience with laser cooling and trapping of ions or neutral atoms
• Experience performing simulation and modeling to inform design and experiments
• Experience with laser systems, especially frequency-stabilized diode lasers, optical cavities, and phase or intensity feedback loops
• Experience with cryogenic systems
• Experience with ultra-high vacuum systems
• Experience with electro-optic devices, including photodetectors and light modulators
• Experience designing and testing micro-optical systems
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results in their field of research

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental work in a research lab environment, developing and collecting data on the performance of various methods and hardware prototypes related to ion-based quantum computing.
• Mentor other scientists and engineers.
• Review scientific results, identify areas for improvement, and implement enhanced processes and directions for further investigation.
• Perform design trade studies and analyses.
• Present scientific results internally, at conferences, and in publications.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets aligned with broader company strategy.

Benefits

• Incentive Eligible – Range posted is inclusive of bonus target
• Flexible work schedule
• Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit
• Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree