Atom Computing

Quantum Software Manager

Atom Computing$200K — $250K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or related field; PhD is a plus
  • 5+ years of post-degree experience as a software engineer
  • Proven experience leading engineering teams
  • Strong background in software development, especially in scientific domains
  • Familiarity with quantum computing and error correction is preferred
  • Ability to handle uncertainty and work collaboratively across disciplines

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of approximately 5 software engineers
  • Support the development of research-oriented software
  • Collaborate with physicists and mathematicians for production-grade software
  • Engage with the quantum error correction team to deliver tailored software solutions
  • Transform prototype software into robust products

Benefits

  • Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
  • Unlimited paid time off
  • 401K company matching
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • Dependent care benefits
  • Daily snacks and catered team lunches at the office
Full Job Description
Atom Computing is seeking a Quantum Software Manager to drive innovation at the intersection of scientific research, software development, and integration. In this role, you'll balance hands-on technical contributions with team leadership to build and support world-class scientific workflows. You'll work across the full stack-empowering engineers and physicists to deploy software to support ongoing research and development efforts as well as helping to transform prototype software into robust and polished products. The quantum error correction team consists of a mix of mathematicians, experimental and theoretical physicists, and software engineers and this role requires interfacing across a range of backgrounds and skillsets. This role reports to the Director of Quantum Error Correction.

This role is required to be in the office in Berkeley at least 3 days per week.

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of approximately 5 software engineers and quantum software engineers.
  • Support the development of research-oriented software and associated workflows.
  • Work with physicists and mathematicians to develop production-grade software required for running fault-tolerant quantum computing.
  • Work closely with Atom Computing's quantum error correction team to understand use cases and deliver software and developer experiences that address the needs of the team.


Experience & Education

  • BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or related field, PhD is a plus.
  • Experience leading a small engineering team.
  • 5+ years of post-degree experience as a software engineer.


Qualifications

  • Proven track record leading teams to develop and deliver complex software
  • Strong background in software development, including experience with research-oriented scientific software
  • A high tolerance for uncertainty and ambiguity
  • Collaborative mindset and experience working on a multidisciplinary team
  • Experience with quantum computing and quantum error correction are preferred


$200,000 - $250,000 a year

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 base salary range for this position is between $200,000 - $250,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer an annual bonus and 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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