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.
Atom Computing is seeking an Optical Engineer specializing in Lens Design to create custom, high-performance optical systems from the ground up. In this role, you will own the complete optical design lifecycle—from initial concept and ray-tracing to tolerancing, finalizing optical prescriptions, and working directly with fabrication vendors to bring custom lenses for our quantum computer to life.
Job Responsibilities
Design, build, and test lens assemblies and systems for fiber collimation, laser delivery, imaging systems.
Research and develop novel lens and mirror systems for laser delivery and imaging systems.
Perform analysis on aberration correction, athermalization, and chromatic performance to balance competing system requirements
Evaluate suitability of design solutions by performing detailed tolerance and stray light analysis
Develop alignment procedures for optical designs
Generate rigorous optical fabrication drawings and specifications (e.g., ISO 10110 standards) for custom lens components and assemblies.
Collaborate directly with custom optics foundries and coating vendors to ensure manufacturability (DFM) and oversee the procurement of custom optical elements.
Experience & Education
Bachelor’s degree in Optical Sciences or Optical Engineering, advanced degree a plus
5+ years optical design experience
2+ years of hands-on optics assembly experience in a laboratory environment
Qualifications
Experience with Fourier Optics, flat field relay optical systems, and telecentric imaging
Experience in the design of high-numerical-aperture imaging systems
Experience with Zemax, FRED, or equivalent ray-tracing software
Expertise in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) for precision optics
Fluency in optical drawing standards (ISO 10110).
Experience with lens tolerancing in ray-tracing software
Experience with STOP analysis
Experience with stray light analysis
Experience with Onshape, Solidworks, or equivalent 3D CAD design software
High attention-to-detail and accuracy
Creative, critical thinking with ability to strategize and solve problems in a dynamic environment
Ability to work effectively in an open, collaborative environment
Excellent communication, listening and people skills
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Optical Sciences or Optical Engineering
- 5+ years of optical design experience
- 2+ years of hands-on optics assembly experience in a laboratory environment
- Experience with Fourier Optics, flat field relay optical systems, and telecentric imaging
- Experience designing high-numerical-aperture imaging systems
- Experience with Zemax, FRED, or equivalent ray-tracing software
- Expertise in Design for Manufacturing for precision optics
- Fluency in ISO 10110 optical drawing standards
- Experience with lens tolerancing in ray-tracing software
- Experience with STOP analysis
- Experience with stray light analysis
- Experience with Onshape, SolidWorks, or equivalent 3D CAD software
- Advanced degree in Optical Sciences or Optical Engineering
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Creative and critical thinking with problem-solving ability
- Ability to work effectively in an open, collaborative environment
- Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills
Atom Computing Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare benefits include fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents, plus life and disability protection. This is presented as a significant strength of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Unlimited paid time off is offered and highlighted in company materials and postings. This policy is intended to support work-life balance.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) company match is offered to support retirement planning. This adds meaningful long-term value alongside salary and health benefits.
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What We Do
Scientific and technological breakthroughs take years of tireless work, fighting for resources and pushing for acceptance of new ideas. What keeps researchers and engineers plodding on to the next big discovery? It’s an obsession. A life’s calling. At Atom Computing, we’re our customers’ biggest fans on the journey of discovery. That’s why we’re obsessed with creating the world’s most scalable and reliable quantum computers—giving them the power to develop breakthroughs that change the world.
