You must have expertise in optical systems, experience in leading projects, strong skills in design and modeling, and a solid background in quantum technologies.

You will design and develop optical systems, collaborate with teams to integrate technologies, lead projects, and ensure performance meets specifications in various applications.

United States

Denver

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Science led and enterprise driven, Quantinuum unites Cambridge Quantum’s best-in-class software with Honeywell Quantum Solutions’ high-performing trapped-ion hardware. We are scaling quantum computing and developing applications today to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.


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Quantinuum

Science led and enterprise driven, we’re accelerating quantum computing to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.

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  Science Led, Enterprise Driven – Accelerating Quantum Computing
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   Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum’s technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents.
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   We unite best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware to accelerate quantum computing. With integrated full-stack technology, our world-class team is rapidly scaling quantum computing.
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   Quantinuum recently secured $300m in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news
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   We are seeking a <b>Lead Optical Architect</b> in our <b>Broomfield, CO</b> location to apply their skills to the development of our next generation quantum computers. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of quantum computing architectures, laser and optical sub-system concepts and requirements, and systems engineering processes for guiding full system and sub-system trade studies. This diverse set of skills will help Quantinuum’s Architecture Team create state-of-the-art designs for future commercial quantum computers that advances key performance metrics in qubit count, run-time, and circuit fidelity.
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 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></h3>
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  <li> Investigate novel laser, optical and photonic technologies that can impact future ion-trap quantum computing architectures.</li>
  <li> Define system level requirements</li>
  <li> Work with sub-system technology development teams to identify key technology insertion points into the broader system architecture</li>
  <li> Communicate findings and design proposals to larger technical, management, and executive teams</li>
  <li> Help develop and implement best organizational practices across the architecture team</li>
  <li> Perform laser and optical sub-system design trade studies and analysis.</li>
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 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b> YOU MUST HAVE:</b></h3>
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  <li> PhD completed prior to starting</li>
  <li> Minimum of 10 years’ experience (PhD inclusive) involving one or more of the following areas: quantum information, ion trapping, qubits, atomic physics, spectroscopy, optics, vacuum systems, electronics, cryogenics, lasers, photonics, or laboratory work in the physical sciences.</li>
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 <h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b> WE VALUE:</b></h3>
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  <li> Experience leading a team in designing or operating a device for quantum information processing.</li>
  <li> 15 years’ experience in scientific research and development, engineering, or leadership roles.</li>
  <li> Strong organizational and leadership skills, and experience in working with customers and partners.</li>
  <li> Experience with laser cooling and trapping of ions or neutral atoms.</li>
  <li> Experience performing simulation and modeling to inform experiments.</li>
  <li> Experience with control systems for data collection, signal processing and analysis.</li>
  <li> Experience with laser systems, especially frequency-stabilized diode lasers, optical cavities, and phase or intensity feedback loops.</li>
  <li> Experience with cryogenic systems.</li>
  <li> Experience with ultra-high vacuum systems.</li>
  <li> Experience with electro-optic devices, including photodetectors and light modulators.</li>
  <li> Experience designing and testing micro-optical systems.</li>
  <li> Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results within their field of research.</li>
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  <b> Compensation &amp; Benefits:</b>
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   Range posted is inclusive of bonus target when applicable
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   Estimated Salary Wage: $143,000 - $206,000 Annually
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  <b> What is in it for you?</b>
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  <li>A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work</li>
  <li>Flexible work schedule</li>
  <li>Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance</li>
  <li>Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time</li>
  <li>Paid parental leave</li>
  <li>Employee discounts</li>
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  <br> Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.
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  Science Led, Enterprise Driven – Accelerating Quantum Computing
 
  
 
 
   Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum’s technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents.
 
  
 
 
   We unite best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware to accelerate quantum computing. With integrated full-stack technology, our world-class team is rapidly scaling quantum computing.
 
  
 
 
   Quantinuum recently secured $300m in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news
 
  
 
 
   We are seeking a Lead Optical Architect in our Broomfield, CO location to apply their skills to the development of our next generation quantum computers. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of quantum computing architectures, laser and optical sub-system concepts and requirements, and systems engineering processes for guiding full system and sub-system trade studies. This diverse set of skills will help Quantinuum’s Architecture Team create state-of-the-art designs for future commercial quantum computers that advances key performance metrics in qubit count, run-time, and circuit fidelity.
  
 Key Responsibilities:
 
   Investigate novel laser, optical and photonic technologies that can impact future ion-trap quantum computing architectures.
   Define system level requirements
   Work with sub-system technology development teams to identify key technology insertion points into the broader system architecture
   Communicate findings and design proposals to larger technical, management, and executive teams
   Help develop and implement best organizational practices across the architecture team
   Perform laser and optical sub-system design trade studies and analysis.
 
  YOU MUST HAVE:
 
   PhD completed prior to starting
   Minimum of 10 years’ experience (PhD inclusive) involving one or more of the following areas: quantum information, ion trapping, qubits, atomic physics, spectroscopy, optics, vacuum systems, electronics, cryogenics, lasers, photonics, or laboratory work in the physical sciences.
 
  WE VALUE:
 
   Experience leading a team in designing or operating a device for quantum information processing.
   15 years’ experience in scientific research and development, engineering, or leadership roles.
   Strong organizational and leadership skills, and experience in working with customers and partners.
   Experience with laser cooling and trapping of ions or neutral atoms.
   Experience performing simulation and modeling to inform experiments.
   Experience with control systems for data collection, signal processing and analysis.
   Experience with laser systems, especially frequency-stabilized diode lasers, optical cavities, and phase or intensity feedback loops.
   Experience with cryogenic systems.
   Experience with ultra-high vacuum systems.
   Experience with electro-optic devices, including photodetectors and light modulators.
   Experience designing and testing micro-optical systems.
   Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results within their field of research.
 
 
   Compensation & Benefits:
 
 
   Range posted is inclusive of bonus target when applicable
 
 
   Estimated Salary Wage: $143,000 - $206,000 Annually
 
 
   What is in it for you?
 
 
  A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work
  Flexible work schedule
  Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
  Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time
  Paid parental leave
  Employee discounts
 
 
 
   Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.
 


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