Atomic Source Developer/ Physicist

Job Description

Job Title: Atomic Source Developer / Physicist. Location: Broomfield, Colorado, USA. Job Type: Full-time (On-site)

We are hiring an Atomic Source Developer/Physicist to join our hardware development team; You will design and develop atomic sources for next-generation trapped ion quantum computers in collaboration with a world-class team of physicists and engineers.

Responsibilities:

• Design, simulate, build, and validate atomic sources used in trapped ion quantum systems.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to establish and meet system requirements;
• Apply scientific rigor to experimental methods and promote best practices across the lab.
• Communicate technical progress and findings through presentations and scientific publications.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Physics or Engineering (completed before start date).
• At least 5 years of experience in atomic physics, including PhD research;
• Must be a U.S. person (citizen, permanent resident, or granted asylum/refugee status).
• Cannot be a national of the People’s Republic of China or Russia unless also a U.S. citizen (due to security requirements).

Preferred:

• Proven experience in experimental atomic physics and cold atom techniques.
• Familiarity with magneto-optical traps (MOT), atomic beams, and ion cooling.
• Hands-on work with trapped ion systems and related hardware;
• Experience simulating atomic systems and building quantum experiments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a record of scientific publications.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary range: $123,000 – $155,000 (non-incentive eligible)
• Equity participation and 401(k) plan
• Student loan repayment support;
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (employer subsidized)
• 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, and paid parental leave
• Flexible working schedule;
• Employee discounts and more