Senior Advanced AMO Scientist - 733

We are seeking a Senior Advanced AMO Scientist in our Broomfield, CO location with experience building complex trapped atom or ion systems or integrated photonics technologies that enable trapped-ion quantum computers. You will work with a team on concept for large scale quantum computers and communicate trade studies and design ideas to technical, leadership, and external team members. You should have excellent technical writing and collaboration skills as you will prepare external facing documents and work cross functionally between hardware, QEC/Theory, and applications teams.Key responsibilities:Collaborate with a cross-functional team to architect, design, and develop optical and photonic systems for next generation of quantum computersCommunicate the enabling optical and photonic technologies required for next generation systems and develop roadmaps to achieve those technologiesTrack external technology development and state-of-the-art results to feedback to internal teamLead development and design projects with suppliersCommunication enabling optical and photonic technologies and the impacts to the quantum computing roadmapYOU MUST HAVE:PhD degree minimum or completed prior to start dateMinimum 4 + years' experience (PhD inclusive) involving one or more of the following areas: qubits, atomic physics, optics, lasers, photonic integrated circuits, vacuum systems, electronics, or cryogenicsDue to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status. Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen. WE VALUE:PhD in Physics, Optics, Engineering or a related field preferredExperience with quantum computingStrong scientific communication and technical writing skillsStrong organizational and collaboration skills$145,000 - $175,000 a yearCompensation & Benefits:Non-Incentive Eligible The pay range for this role is $145,000 - $175,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate's skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role. Quantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing. The company's quantum systems deliver the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. Quantinuum's over 650 employees, including 400+ scientists and engineers, across the US, UK, Germany, and Japan, are driving the quantum computing revolution.By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries.By joining Quantinuum, you'll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.What's in it for you?A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing workFlexible work scheduleEmployer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance401(k) match for student loan repayment benefitEquity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick timePaid parental leaveEmployee discountsQuantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegalWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Created: 2026-04-02