Quantum Research Scientist - Remote - 790

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental work on a trapped ion QCCD testbed, develop validation and verification tests and collect data on system performance and hardware prototypes.
• Invent and develop software and hardware automation tools to improve testbed and commercial system utilization and uptime.
• Perform design trade studies and analyses to inform architecture and design of future quantum computers.
• Own operation error models, review scientific results, identify areas for improvement, and implement enhanced processes and directions for further investigation.
• Present scientific results internally, at conferences, and in publications.
• Develop system designs, plans, and test procedures aligned with broader company strategy.

Requirements

• PhD must be completed prior to start date
• 8+ years of experience (including Ph.D.) in one or more of the following areas: quantum computing, quantum information, atomic physics, laser and optics design, experimental control system development, or electronics design

Qualifications

• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status.
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

Skills

• 10+ years of experience in scientific research and development, engineering, or leadership roles preferred
• Experience leading R&D teams in development and validation of systems of qubits
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Experience performing remote system operation
• Experience with laser cooling and trapping of ions or neutral atoms
• Experience performing simulation and modeling to inform design and experiments
• Experience benchmarking systems of qubits and qubit operations
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results in their field of research

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits
Incentive Eligible -- Range posted is inclusive of bonus target
The pay range for this role is $164,000 -- $205,000 annually.
Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate's skills, educational background professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.
Quantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing. The company's quantum systems deliver the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. Quantinuum's over 650 employees, including 400+ scientists and engineers, across the US, UK, Germany, and Japan, are driving the quantum computing revolution. By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries. By joining Quantinuum, you'll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

What's in it for you?
A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work
Flexible work schedule
Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit
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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$164,000 - $205,000 a year
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