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Optical Scientist – Quantum Systems

Summary In this role, you will contribute to the advancement of neutral-atom-based quantum computing technologies by architecting, prototyping and integrating optical subsystems into QuEra’s next-generation quantum computers. These subsyste

Company

QuEra Computing

Location

Boston, MA, USA

Status

Open

Posted

2026-03-14T16:33:58+00:00

QuEra Computing is hiring an Optical Scientist for its neutral-atom quantum computing systems in Boston. The role involves designing and prototyping scalable optical architectures for trapping, addressing and readout of qubit arrays, modeling diffraction, aberrations and polarization, and integrating optical modules into next-generation quantum computers. The posting asks for a Ph.D. or equivalent experience in optics or physics, hands-on free-space alignment work, optical modeling tools such as Zemax, and programming in Python, C++ or MATLAB. Distinctive emphases include camera-in-loop feedback and collaboration across physics, hardware and software teams.