Quantum Hardware Engineer - Optical Systems
Core
Design, realize, and verify precision optical systems (beam delivery, shaping, steering, imaging, metrology) for neutral-atom quantum computers.
Role type
Senior IC quantum hardware engineer (optical systems)
Builds
Scalable neutral-atom quantum processors
Domain
Quantum computing / Optical engineering
Required skills
Optical system design, optical assembly and alignment, optical metrology, optical simulation, CAD, tolerancing, free-space laser optics, fiber optics and coupling, imaging optics, electro-optic and acousto-optic technologies
Preferred skills
Stability engineering, precision instrumentation development, semiconductor/optical metrology/microscopy/laser industry experience, neutral-atom/ion-trap platform experience
Technologies
Optical simulation tools, CAD software, optical metrology tools
Responsibilities
Own the engineering lifecycle of optical systems from concept to verification; Design and realize precision optical systems; Establish methods for optical design, characterization, and performance verification; Specify and qualify optical components and assemblies; Develop standardized assembly, alignment, and acceptance procedures; Investigate and resolve optical system issues; Collaborate with quantum physics, mechanics, electronics, and software teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
