Quantum Error Correction Theorist
Atom ComputingBerkeley, California, United States • Boulder, Colorado, United States
Posted March 10, 2026
155000 - 185000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Atom Computing specializes in developing scalable quantum computers using atomic arrays, enabling customers to achieve groundbreaking computational advancements. The company's core business revolves around quantum computing, offering innovative solutions that distinguish it in the tech industry.
Job Description
At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms. Join an incredible team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state of the art in quantum technologies that will transform computing performance.
Requirements
- PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field
- Experience with quantum error correction theory or experiment
- Familiarity with Python and Git software version control
- Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse team of experimental physicists, hardware, and software engineers
- Willingness to translate abstract ideas into concrete demonstrations running on actual quantum hardware
- Temperamentally suited to work at a fast-growing, early stage startup: self-motivated, humble, driven, collaborative, and has a high tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty
Benefits
- Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees and their dependents
- Unlimited paid time off
- 401K company matching
- Short- and long-term disability
- FSA
- Dependent care benefits
- Life insurance
- Drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches in our offices, every day
