Sr. AMO Physicist
About this role
Job Title: Sr AMO Physicist
Job Type: Full-time
Job Location: Harwell, UK
Reports to: Technical Lead / Quantum Systems Manager
Summary:
QuEra Computing UK Limited is looking for an experienced AMO Physicist for its UK Quantum Computing operations. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in experimental atomic, molecular, and optical physics. The individual in this role will contribute to the advancement of neutral-atom based quantum computing technologies. They will be involved in the design, implementation, and characterization of neutral-atom quantum computing systems, and collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of physicists, engineers, and computer scientists to push the boundaries of quantum computing using neutral-atom platforms.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the construction of a next generation neutral atom quantum computer at Quera UK’s site on the Harwell Science and Innovation campus
- Collaborate with engineering teams to verify and validate modules and subsystems
- Run, calibrate, test and improve the operation of the QPU
- Investigate sources of noise and decoherence and propose mitigation strategies
- Analyze experimental data and draw meaningful conclusions to guide system improvements.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in AMO physics and quantum computing.
- Engage in collaborations with academic and industry partners
Qualifications:
- A Ph.D. in experimental AMO physics or related field, with hands-on experience in building or operating a neutral atom or a trapped ion system, or another quantum hardware platform or practical experience with actual gate-based quantum computers is a major asset.
- Success in research, as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and/or scientific talks and other contributions.
- Proficient programming skills in languages such as Python, C++, or similar.
- Experience in mentoring or training scientists or engineers.
- Free to travel within Europe and the US where necessary
Benefits:
In addition to your base compensation, we offer a generous rewards program.
Company at a glance
Quantum computing is moving from "one day" to "day one." QuEra Computing is leading that transition.
Founded in 2018 on breakthrough research from Harvard and MIT, QuEra builds neutral-atom quantum computers using a unique multi-zone architecture. The result: reconfigurable qubit connectivity, room-temperature operation, and a scalable path to fault-tolerant quantum computing, with dozens logical qubits already demonstrated.
QuEra systems are operational today. The company delivered a 260-qubit quantum computer to Japan's AIST integrated with one of the world's most powerful supercomputers, earned selection for DARPA's Quantum Benchmarks Initiative, and offers its Aquila quantum computer on Amazon Braket. Its Gemini gate-based system extends these capabilities for enterprise and research applications.
Backed by $230M from Google, NVIDIA, SoftBank, and others, QuEra partners with Dell Technologies, NVIDIA, Deloitte, and a 29-member Quantum Alliance. Headquartered in Boston with operations in Japan and the UK. Visit quera.com to learn more.
Top Benefits
- Rewards Program
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