Senior Scientist - Quantum
Vector Atomic•Pleasanton, CA
•$130,000 - $155,000
About The Position
Vector Atomic, an IonQ company, is hiring an Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) physicist to help build ultraprecise quantum devices for autonomous navigation, high-bandwidth satellite communications, and geophysical exploration. This hands-on role contributes to development from concept through deployment in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The position involves designing and prototyping subsystems, integrating and optimizing sensors, analyzing sensor performance, and demonstrating prototypes in real-world environments.
Requirements
- PhD in atomic, optical, or quantum physics, or 5–8 years of related academic or industry experience.
- Must meet U.S. export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen (born or naturalized), lawful U.S. permanent resident (green card holder), or belong to certain categories of refugees or asylees.
- Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and collaborators, both in writing and verbally.
- Hands-on expertise with several relevant areas, such as atomic clocks and inertial sensors; atomic ovens, beams, or vapor cells; laser cooling and trapping; precision spectroscopy; ultra-high vacuum (UHV) systems; narrow-linewidth lasers and laser frequency stabilization; optics, fiber optics, electro/acousto-optics, and detectors; analog, digital, and RF electronics; control systems and instrumentation; or mechanical design.
Responsibilities
- Prototype and design optical, mechanical, and electrical subsystems.
- Integrate, bring up, and optimize sensors; analyze data.
- Analyze and simulate atomic sensor performance and environmental sensitivities.
- Deploy and demonstrate prototype sensors in real-world environments.
Benefits
- Platinum-level family health coverage (medical, dental, and vision).
- Health and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- Employer 401(k) contributions.
- 20 days of paid time off and 11 paid holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Fully stocked kitchen.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
