CareerPlan

Senior Quantum Scientist

BoulderFull-time$126k–$181k2026-11-05
HybridNo visa sponsorship

Core

Developing functional quantum computers using trapped-ion technology and laser-free control methods to achieve ultra-low gate errors at scale.

Role type

Senior IC quantum scientist (trapped ions)

Builds

Functional quantum processors and novel control schemes

Domain

Quantum computing / Atomic, Molecular, and Optical (AMO) physics

Required skills

experimental AMO physics, trapped-ion qubit control, quantum control theory, hardware calibration, benchmarking, spectroscopy, simulation of multi-level systems, gate fidelity analysis, control software development, experimental data analysis, scientific communication

Preferred skills

postdoctoral or industry experience, experience with integrated electronics and photonics, experience running algorithms on hardware

Technologies

trapped ions, laser and microwave fields, control software, data analysis tools

Responsibilities

Prototype and characterize coherent control and cooling schemes for trapped-ion qubits; Calibrate and benchmark quantum systems to optimize performance; Validate emerging trap technologies including integrated electronics and photonics; Analyze experimental data and debug hardware/software interactions; Present research results at conferences and in collaborations

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC