Summary

The individual in this role has expertise in apparatus design, build, and integration and works closely with a team of hardware and software engineers to design, build, and validate various optical systems for neutral-atom quantum computers. The work is project-based, and the person in this role owns their project progress against department and company goals and may also mentor colleagues on several such projects.

Responsibilities

• Refine specs of various optical systems or modules from R&D prototypes.
• Standardize optical module designs by engineering it using industrial software including Autodesk inventor, Zemax, and COMSOL.
• Set up and maintain test stations to validate standard optical modules.
• Collect feedback on optical modules from end users.
• Develop and de-risk critical optical components to enable next generation QPU.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in experimental physics or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong hands-on laboratory skills.
• An established publication record in top journals or a demonstrable record of innovation and accomplishment, including patents or product development cycles.
• Experience leading the design of scientific instruments and apparatus.
• Deep domain expertise in the areas of optics, modulators, lasers, electronics, and ultra-high vacuum.
• Excellent communication skills, including the highest ability to explain physical reasoning, design decisions, and experimental results.
• The individual in this role has a deep interest in developing and commercializing quantum technologies and is a self-starter with previous experience working in a highly collaborative work environment.

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.