Quantum Engineer
About The Position
At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing. We are looking for Quantum Engineers to work on all aspects of neutral atom quantum computing. As a Quantum Engineer at Atom Computing, you will join a team of talented scientists and engineers who are working to translate fundamental atomic physics to a scalable, fault-tolerant quantum computer. We welcome applicants from a diverse set of backgrounds, but are specifically interested in candidates with experience in the following fields: Trapping and manipulation of cold atoms; Coherent control of quantum systems (for example: neutral atoms, trapped ions, NV- centers, nuclear magnetic resonance, superconducting qubits); Quantum characterization, verification, and validation (QCVV) techniques.
Requirements
- Extensive knowledge of the state-of-the-art techniques used in atomic physics and quantum computing research
- Deep understanding of the fundamental interactions between light and matter.
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse team of experimental physicists, hardware, and software engineers.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Python and Git software version control
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.
- 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.
Benefits
- fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees and their dependents
- unlimited paid time off
- 401K company matching
- short- and long-term disability
- FSA
- dependent care benefits
- life insurance
- drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches in our offices, every day!
- annual bonus
- sign-on bonus
- incentive stock options for equity in the company
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
