Physicist I - 775

Quantinuum • Broomfield, CO

24d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Physicist I to join our team in Broomfield, CO. This role involves working closely with research scientists to operate, maintain, and upgrade a commercial quantum computer. You will analyze system performance and reliability, plan upgrades, and support cross-disciplinary teams with complex technical challenges. The position requires independent operation and problem-solving capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in physics or relevant engineering field such as optical, electrical, mechanical, or software preferred.
• 1 year hands-on laboratory experience (degree inclusive), maintaining, troubleshooting and operating electronic systems, complex optical systems or vacuum/cryogenic systems
• 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

• Master’s degree in physics or relevant engineering field such as optical, electrical, mechanical, or software
• Experience with optics and lasers
• Experience with vacuum systems, electronics, or cryogenics
• Strong computer skills including ability to program in Python
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to perform root cause analysis
• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to expand knowledge, learn new skills, and push the boundary of what’s possible
• Able to think critically, solve problems, and be a strong teammate with intelligent risk-taking skills

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a team of research scientists to operate, maintain, and upgrade a commercial quantum computer
• Analyze performance and reliability of the system and work with scientific team to plan upgrades and add features
• Support cross-disciplinary teams with sophisticated technical problems
• Independently operate and solve issues

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Innovative, game-changing work
• 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
• Generous vacation + sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees