Responsibilities
- Perform theoretical modeling (both analytical and numerical), prototyping, and experimental validation to translate novel optical concepts into deployable hardware for scaling quantum processors.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of experimental physicists, quantum theorists, optical engineers, and hardware and software engineers to integrate new technologies into our quantum computers.
- Analyze experimental findings and communicate insights to guide hardware design.
- Capable of lifting and moving objects that weigh up to 25 pounds.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Optical Sciences, or a closely related discipline with a strong focus on experimental optics
- Deep theoretical and experimental mastery of advanced optical physics (e.g., optical cavities, frequency combs, optical modulators, or nonlinear optics)
- Proven experience designing, building, and characterizing complex experimental optical setups from first principles
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse team of scientists and engineers
Preferred Qualifications
- Postdoctoral or industry experience in electro-optics, precision optics, or laser physics
- Proficiency with Python and Git for experimental automation, control, and data analysis
- Experience working in a fast-paced hardware development or start-up environment
Atom Computing provides a wide variety of perks and benefits, including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees and their dependents. Additionally, we offer unlimited paid time off, 401(k) company matching, short- and long-term disability, FSA, dependent care benefits, and life insurance. We also offer drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches in our offices every day!
The base salary range for this position is between $160,000 - $185,000 commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer an annual bonus and incentive stock options for equity in the company.
Skills Required
- Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Physics, Optical Sciences, or a closely related discipline with a strong focus on experimental optics
- Deep theoretical and experimental mastery of advanced optical physics, such as optical cavities, frequency combs, optical modulators, or nonlinear optics
- Experience designing, building, and characterizing complex experimental optical setups from first principles
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with diverse scientists and engineers
- Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds
- Postdoctoral or industry experience in electro-optics, precision optics, or laser physics
- Proficiency with Python and Git for experimental automation, control, and data analysis
- Experience in a fast-paced hardware development or startup environment
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.
