Senior Optical Engineer
Atom ComputingBoulder, Colorado, United States
Posted March 3, 2026
150000 - 175000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Atom Computing designs and builds scalable quantum computers using atomic arrays, enabling customers to solve complex computational problems beyond classical limits. The company focuses on hardware and software integration, delivering high-fidelity qubits and robust error-correction protocols. Its distinctive advantage lies in leveraging precise atomic manipulation to achieve unprecedented scalability and performance, positioning Atom Computing as a leader in quantum computing innovation.
Job Description
At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing.
Requirements
- Lead cross-functional partnerships with mechanical engineers and physicists to iteratively design optical subsystems
- Define system architecture and make critical strategic decisions for balancing competing requirements
- Create novel designs and specifications of optical systems and subsystems from the component level up to the system level
- Evaluate suitability of design solutions by performing detailed tolerance and stray light analysis
- Develop alignment procedures for optical designs
- Lead hands-on assembly and precision alignment of finalized optical designs
- Characterize the performance of optical subsystems
- Capable of lifting and moving objects that weigh up to 25 pounds
Benefits
- Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Unlimited paid time off
- 401K company matching
- Short- and long-term disability
- FSA
- Dependent care benefits
- Life insurance
- Drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches