Atom Computing

Principal Quantum Engineer

Atom Computing$200K — $230K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field
  • 4+ years of industry experience in quantum computing hardware
  • Extensive knowledge of atomic physics and quantum computing techniques
  • Deep understanding of light-matter interactions
  • Proven track record in leading high-impact technical projects

Responsibilities

  • Design and construct scientific hardware and control interfaces for quantum computing
  • Generate intellectual property for neutral-atom quantum computers
  • Communicate findings through internal discussions and external publications
  • Lifting and moving objects up to 25 pounds

Benefits

  • Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
  • Unlimited paid time off
  • 401K company matching
  • Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
  • Dependent care benefits
  • Daily drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches
Full Job Description
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.

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.


Experience & Education

  • PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 4+ years work industry experience designing and operating quantum computing hardware, including an explicit technical leadership role.


Required Qualifications

  • 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.
  • Proven track record of successfully leading high impact technical projects


Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with Python and Git software version control


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, 401K 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 salary range for this position is between $200,000 - $230,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer an annual bonus, sign-on bonus and incentive stock options for equity in the company.

About Atom Computing

Atom Computing is a quantum computing company that is developing a scalable quantum computer using neutral atoms. The company was founded in 2018 by Benjamin Bloom, who is a professor of physics at the University of California, Berkeley. Atom Computing's approach to quantum computing is based on neutral atoms, which are more stable than other qubit technologies. The company has raised $15 million in seed funding from Venrock, Innovation Endeavors, Prelude Ventures, and DCVC.
Learn more about Atom Computing
Size
50 employees
Industry
Founded
2018

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