Quantum Physicist (Quantum Computing)

What you'll do

• Design, calibrate, operate, and improve quantum computing systems and subsystems; execute R&D involving processor hardware, gate protocols, lasers, calibration, and integration.
• Plan and analyze experiments and physics-based models, translating technical goals into subsystem requirements and measurable targets.
• Develop Python tools and own assigned subsystems through integration, testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and operation.

What they ask for

• PhD in atomic, optical, AMO, quantum physics, or a related field, or at least four years of comparable research or professional experience.
• Hands-on experimental experience with atomic, optical, quantum, or precision-measurement systems.
• Experience applying quantitative atomic or optical physics models and hands-on experience with lasers and optical systems and related technologies.
• Experience using Python for experiment control, data analysis, automation, or hardware integration; evidence of designing and analyzing experiments or developing an experimental subsystem.

Nice to have

• Experience with neutral atoms, trapped ions, Rydberg physics, optical tweezers, quantum-gate protocols, or another coherent-control platform.
• Experience with high-power or short-wavelength lasers, laser-noise characterization or mitigation, RF systems, imaging, subsystem integration, or collaborative software development.

Pay

USD 135,000 - 170,000 per year (base salary)

Tools

Python, Linux, Git, RF instrumentation, acousto-optic modulators, electro-optic modulators, ultra-high-vacuum equipment