qubitsok.com
Cut Noise. Work Quantum.
Americas, United States, Berkeley
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Posted 110 days ago
🏢 Atom Computing
Role Type
Role Focus
Seniority
Employer Type
This Senior Quantum Theorist role focuses on driving the development of scalable, neutral-atom quantum computers using atomic physics expertise. The position requires leading theoretical and computational projects, developing high-quality simulation software, and modeling experimental outcomes to advance quantum hardware design. The theorist will translate fundamental atomic physics into fault-tolerant quantum computing solutions while collaborating across various technical teams.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct theoretical and computational projects to advance the development of neutral atom quantum computers.
Lead the creation and operation of atomic physics simulations and ensure they are translated into maintainable software solutions.
Collaborate with engineering teams to model experimental results, develop noise models for quantum hardware, and contribute to the design of neutral-atom quantum computers.
Produce clean, well-tested, and documented code using multiple languages.
Required Skills
PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.
4+ years of experience with scientific, high-performance, or quantum computing.
Deep understanding of atomic, molecular, and optical physics.
Technical expertise spanning qubit control, quantum optics, and atomic structure, including master-equation modelling.
Solid understanding of modern software development practices, including version control (Git/GitHub), unit testing, continuous integration, and documentation.
Public examples of past work demonstrating coding quality and project delivery.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with published research results.
Nice-to-have Skills
Proficiency in Python
Proficiency in Julia
Proficiency in C++
Technology Tags
The company builds quantum computers specifically using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms.
The role is explicitly focused on Atomic Physics and requires a deep understanding of AMO physics.
Expertise in quantum optics is required for managing and modeling the light-matter interactions necessary for qubit control.
The objective of the research and development is explicitly stated as translating physics into a scalable, fault-tolerant quantum computer.
The Senior Quantum Theorist is required to collaborate directly with Error Correction Theorists.
The responsibilities involve master-equation modelling, which is the standard theoretical framework for analyzing open quantum systems and noise.
Julia is explicitly listed as a preferred programming language for developing high-quality, maintainable software solutions and simulations.