Quantum Scientist

Overview In this role you will develop physics-based models of neutral-atom quantum computer components and guide architecture decisions. You will collaborate with experimental teams to validate models and define operating regimes, ensuring alignment with algorithmic and software requirements. You will translate theoretical insights into practical guidance for experiments and system design, driving modeling efforts independently. This position offers the chance to contribute to scalable quantum hardware and cross-functional initiatives that shape future quantum computing solutions. Compensation / Benefitsequity grants for all new hiresbase salary with rangediverse work environmentequal opportunity employercollaborative culture Responsibilitiesdevelop detailed physics-based models of neutral-atom quantum computer sub-componentsvalidate and refine models with experimental teamsdefine technical requirements and operating regimes for hardwareguide experimental progress and architecture decisionscollaborate with compiler, applications, and QEC teams to align low-level control with algorithmsindependently drive modeling projects and translate insights into actionable guidance Key requirementsPhD in theoretical AMO physics or closely related fieldexperience modeling AMO experiments (multi-level atomic structure, light-matter interactions, Rydberg physics)collaboration with experimental AMO or quantum hardware groupsstrong publication record in AMO or quantum sciencebasic knowledge of quantum error correction methods and quantum algorithmsproficiency in Python and/or Julia for modeling and simulationcollaborationcommunicationindependent initiativeAMO modeling of multi-level structureslight-matter interactionsRydberg physics