AMO Physicist - Neutral Atom Quantum Computing

ABOUT US

Infleqtion is a global quantum technology company solving the worlds most challenging problems. The company harnesses quantum mechanics to build and integrate quantum computers sensors and networks. From fundamental physics to leading edge commercial products Infleqtion enables quantum everywhere through our ecosystem of devices and platforms. Our mission is to commercialise atombased quantum products that provide orders of magnitude improvements in performance and computing applications.

LOCATION

Infleqtion has offices in the USA United Kingdom and Australia. This is a fixedterm position of 6 months with potential to extend working at the National Quantum Computing Centre Harwell. Our flexible working policy enables all fulltime employees to work up to 2 days a week from home as work permits.

POSITION SUMMARY

As part of our strategy for growth in the UK we are recruiting an experimental AMO Physicist to join our neutral atom quantum computing team. In this role you will actively contribute to ongoing research projects and assist in the exploration of new concepts and approaches for future quantum computing systems. Working closely with a team of physicists and engineers you will play a vital role in the collaborative efforts of the team.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Support

• Monitoring performance of subsystems including laser systems

• Hardware checks and preventative maintenance of subsystems including optical alignment

• Troubleshooting subsystems which are nonperformant including ordering replacement parts and optical bonding

• Laboratory maintenance including replenishing perishable supplies and management of PPE (such as laser goggles)

• Document project progress and identify track and resolve any project issues.

Team Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with team members against tight deadlines

• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams to develop commercial and noncommercial products and/or draft new quantumled projects

• Comfortable working in a fastpaced evolving environment where priorities may shift based on project needs and technological advancements

• Open to learning new techniques integrating feedback and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to navigate ambiguity effectively

• Ability to assess complex situations adapt quickly and make informed decisions under uncertainty

What you will bring to the team:

Technical Knowledge

• BSc/MPhys/MSc degree or substantive experience in physics with demonstrated knowledge of experimental atomic molecular and optical (AMO) physics

• Experience working with laser systems; optical design alignment and control

• Working knowledge of control systems and signal processing

• Proficiency in a programming language (e.g. Python)

• Entrepreneurial drive intellectual agility and personal eagerness to develop with the needs of the business.

• Proficient in MS Office

• Good verbal and written communication skills able to effectively share information with technical and nontechnical staff both in writing and orally

• Good collaboration skills able to work in a team environment where engagement and participation are an expected part of successful job performance.

Experience

• Exposure to laser system operation and alignment

• Exposure to interactions of light with atoms ions or molecules

• Familiarity with mechanical optical and electronic design packages (e.g. Solidworks Zemax Altium)

• Understanding of Health Safety and Environment (HSE) practices and modeling workplace safety culture.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work will normally be performed in an office and laboratory environment and around technical equipment including computers and lasers. Able to sit stand bend lift and carry up to 15 kg without assistance. Able to efficiently use automated office equipment such as laptops copiers and printers; able to effectively engage in communications (via phone computer or inperson). Any required Personal Protective Equipment will be provided and must be properly used in accordance with company requirements.

TRAVEL

Up to 10 travel may be required.

STARTING COMPENSATION

In addition to your base compensation we offer a generous Total Rewards program which includes:

• Competitive salary

• Unlimited PTO

• Generous company 10 pension contribution regardless of employee contribution

• Cycle to workscheme

• Tax efficient technology schemes

• Incentive Stock Option Plan

• BUPA Private Healthcare Insurance once probationary period is successfully completed

CONTACT INFORMATION

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