Atom Computing

Quantum Engineer

Atom Computing$120K — $155K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field.
  • Experience in trapping and manipulating cold atoms.
  • Familiarity with coherent control of quantum systems.
  • Knowledge of quantum characterization and verification techniques.
  • Strong communication skills for collaboration with a diverse team. Made familiar with Python and Git.
  • Ability to communicate findings through presentations and publications.

Responsibilities

  • Design and build scientific hardware and control interfaces for quantum computing.
  • Create intellectual property for neutral-atom quantum computing.
  • Utilize state-of-the-art techniques in atomic physics and quantum computing research.
  • Understand light-matter interactions deeply for quantum applications.
  • Communicate research findings effectively within the team and externally.
  • Handle equipment and materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Benefits

  • Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
  • Unlimited paid time off for work-life balance.
  • 401K company matching to support retirement savings.
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for health expenses.
  • Dependent care benefits to assist with childcare costs.
  • Daily drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches to foster workplace community.
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.
  • Requires extensive knowledge of the state-of-the-art techniques used in atomic physics and quantum computing research, and a deep understanding of the fundamental interactions between light and matter.
  • 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.


Qualifications

  • Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse team of experimental physicists, hardware, and software engineers.
  • Definite pluses: 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 $120,000 - $155,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer an annual 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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