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Atom Computing

Head of Photonics

Boulder, Colorado, USAOn-siteFull-time

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The role at a glance

What you would work on

Lead the integrated-photonics program for a neutral-atom quantum-computing platform, from choosing material technologies through chip development and system integration. The Boulder role includes building a team and directing foundry partnerships. Applicants need a relevant PhD and at least eight years of post-PhD photonics experience; previous quantum-computing experience is not required.

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Qualifications and experience

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Location and compensation

Boulder, Colorado, USA · On-site.

Employer lists USD 230,000–275,000 base salary per year.

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Additional employer notes

  • No verified original posting date is claimed; Lever createdAt is not treated as a publication date.
  • No application deadline is stated.
  • The role and application form require regular on-site work in Boulder; no remote eligibility is inferred.
  • The employer lists additional bonus and equity components outside the base range.

Source and review

Published by Atom Computing through Lever. Source checked: at 18:26 UTC.

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Understand the work

Quantum photonics engineer

Design, characterize or integrate quantum-relevant photonic components.

QubitWire category: Hardware. This editorial classification is separate from the employer’s title.