Atom Computing is seeking a Senior Quantum Theorist to lead and contribute to projects focused on the development of neutral atom quantum computing, translating fundamental atomic physics into a scalable, fault-tolerant quantum computer.
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience with scientific, high-performance, or quantum computing.
- Deep understanding of atomic, molecular and optical physics.
- Technical expertise spanning qubit control, quantum optics, and atomic structure including master-equation modelling using QutiP, QuantumOptics.jl, Mathematica, or equivalent.
- Solid understanding of modern software development practices: version control (Git/GitHub), unit testing, continuous integration, and documentation.
- Public examples of past work that demonstrate coding quality and project delivery (e.g. via GitHub or equivalent).
Responsibilities
- Conduct independent and collaborative theoretical and computational projects that drive the understanding and development of neutral atom quantum computers.
- Lead the development and operation of a variety of atomic physics simulations and translate them into high-quality, maintainable software solutions.
- Collaborate with Quantum Applications Engineers, Error Correction Theorists, and AMO Theorists to model experimental results, develop noise models for quantum hardware, and contribute to the design of neutral-atom quantum computers.
- Write clean, well-tested, and documented code in multiple languages (preferrably Python, Julia, or C++).
Other
- PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results within their field of research.
- Temperamentally suited to work at a fast-growing, early stage startup: self-motivated, humble, driven, collaborative, and has a high tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty.
