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Senior Quantum Theorist, Atomic Physics Focus

AtomcomputingBerkeley🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 29, 2026

Quick overview

Salary$185k - $210k/yr
SeniorityMid Senior
Employment typeFull Time
Work modeOn Site
LocationBerkeley, United States
Posted3 weeks ago
Quantum ComputingSystem Design

Job description

At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a talented team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing.

We are seeking a Senior Quantum Theorist to play a leading role in developing the next generation of our neutral atom quantum computers. You will work closely with theorists and experimentalists to model system behavior, improve calibration methods, characterize machine performance, and identify opportunities to advance system capabilities.

In addition to contributing technically, you will help set technical direction and mentor junior team members. You will join a team of experts in atomic physics and quantum error correction whose work informs future system design and supports experimental development.

This role is based in our Berkeley, CA office and reports to the Quantum Theory Manager within Atom Computing’s Applications & Theory department.