Sr. Advanced AMO Theorist - 393

We are seeking a Sr. Advanced AMO Theorist in our Broomfield, CO Location. Quantinuum believes that employees work better, more efficiently and more collaboratively in close proximity to other employees, where ideas can be exchanged readily, and decisions can be made more quickly for the benefit of the Company and our customers. All employees should work at their assigned location; however, this role may offer the opportunity to work remotely 2 days per week, with approvals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work directly with other theorists and experimentalists to model trapped-ion quantum computers, measure and characterize performance, and propose methods for improvement
• Communicate ground-breaking results both internally and externally through publications and presentations
• Develop, implement, and oversee best scientific practices across the theory team

YOU MUST HAVE:

• Completed PhD prior to start
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience in relevant research projects (Ph.D. inclusive)
• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person. defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

WE VALUE:

• PhD in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field with background in atomic physics and/or quantum benchmarking
• Formal background in theoretical physics with a proven track record of solving outstanding and challenging problems
• Knowledge of trapped-ion quantum computers
• Experience working with quantum computing hardware
• Experience working with experimentalists
• Experience operating as a team leader on a variety of projects and programs
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results within their field of research.
• As a top candidate, you will have strong organizational and leadership skills, and be good at working and negotiating with customers and partners

Quantinuum is the world’s largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum’s technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents.   We unite best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware to accelerate quantum computing. With integrated full-stack technology, our world-class team is rapidly scaling quantum computing.   Quantinuum recently secured $300M in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements: https://www.quantinuum.com/news  What’s in it for you? A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work Flexible work schedule 401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time Paid parental leave Employee discounts 
Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.