Senior AMO Physicist - Neutral Atom Quantum Computing at Infleqtion

Didcot, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Quantum Computing, Quantum TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • PhD in experimental atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) physics
  • Atom trapping using tightly focused laser beams
  • Rydberg physics and their interactions
  • Experience working with laser systems; optical design, alignment, and control
  • Working knowledge of control systems and signal processing
  • Proficiency in a programming language (e.g. Python)
  • Entrepreneurial drive, intellectual agility and personal eagerness to develop with the needs of the business
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Good verbal and written communication skills, able to effectively share information with technical and non-technical staff, both in writing and orally
  • Good collaboration skills, able to work in a team environment where engagement and participation are an expected part of successful job performance
  • Demonstrable laboratory experience manipulating atoms, ions, or molecules with light

Responsibilities

  • Translate product requirements into atomic system designs
  • Execute modelling, simulation, and analytical calculations to design systems required to meet product performance
  • Design and execute testing and verification plans
  • Integrate complex opto-mechanical systems, electronics, and software into quantum devices
  • Perform technical tasks needed for the success of the project from equipment setup to system demonstration
  • Identify materials and components to meet project requirements
  • Document project progress and identify, track and resolve any project issues
  • Work collaboratively with team members against tight deadlines
  • Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams to develop commercial and non-commercial products and/or draft new quantum-led projects
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment where priorities may shift based on project needs and technological advancements
  • Open to learning new techniques, integrating feedback, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to navigate ambiguity effectively
  • Ability to assess complex situations, adapt quickly, and make informed decisions under uncertainty
  • Contribute to external reports and publications, author/co-author papers, proposals, presentations and reports, give invited talks, attend project workshops and conferences

Skills

AMO Physics
Neutral Atom Quantum Computing
Modelling
Simulation
Analytical Calculations
Opto-mechanical Systems
Electronics
Software Integration
Testing and Verification
System Design
Quantum Devices

Infleqtion

Develops quantum-enabled products and software

About Infleqtion

ColdQuanta develops quantum technology products that focus on smaller, portable devices rather than large quantum computers. Their offerings include quantum sensors and devices like Atomic Prisms and ion devices, which ensure data integrity from the edge to the computer. ColdQuanta provides both individual components and complete plug-and-play solutions, catering to research labs and quantum machine development. Additionally, they have created a quantum software platform called Superstaq, which allows users to write quantum programs in any language and target any quantum computer, achieving significant performance improvements. Their partnership with the Department of Energy enhances their resources and expertise, aiding in the commercialization of quantum technologies. ColdQuanta's goal is to make quantum technology accessible to a broader range of businesses and individuals.

Boulder, ColoradoHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
$293.6MTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
Hardware, Government & Public Sector, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
401(k) Company Match
Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Student Loan Repayment
Family Leave
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Stock Options
Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Diraq may pose competitive disadvantages.
Regulatory hurdles in the UK could delay Infleqtion's manufacturing line establishment.
Reliance on government grants poses risks if future funding is reduced or not renewed.

Differentiation

Infleqtion focuses on edge computing with portable quantum-enabled devices.
Their Superstaq platform offers 10x performance gains on standard quantum benchmarks.
Infleqtion's products include unique offerings like Atomic Prisms and Tiqker quantum clocks.

Upsides

Growing demand for quantum sensors in autonomous vehicles benefits Infleqtion's products.
Infleqtion's expansion in the UK supports its foundational role in quantum technology.
Collaboration with tech giants could enhance Infleqtion's market reach and innovation.

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