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Advanced Optics Engineer - 938

US Broomfield, CO💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-17 → 2026-09-25

Core

Design, assemble, align, characterize, and test advanced optical systems for quantum computers.

Role type

Senior IC advanced optics engineer

Builds

High-precision optical subassemblies and systems for quantum computing hardware

Domain

Quantum computing / Photonics / Optics

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Optical system design, laser characterization, optical metrology, precision alignment, opto-mechanical assembly, engineering problem solving

Preferred skills

Free-space and fiber-coupled optical system integration, fiber fusion splicing, optical fiber handling, CAD design (Zemax, SolidWorks), engineering documentation

Technologies

Zemax, SolidWorks, lasers, fiber optic components, acousto-optic modulators, electro-optic modulators, spectrum analyzers, phase noise analyzers, frequency counters

Responsibilities

Design, build, assemble, align, characterize, and validate complex optical subassemblies; Perform optical characterization and metrology; Troubleshoot optical and optoelectronic systems; Collect, analyze, and present experimental data; Support prototype development and continuous improvement; Maintain engineering documentation and test reports; Participate in manufacturability improvements

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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