Senior Laser Engineer

The role

You will independently own the precision laser and optical systems that keep our quantum computers running reliably. You will lead laser and optics projects end-to-end and work closely with physicists, hardware and software engineers.

What you will do

• Own alignment, tuning and troubleshooting of laser and optical systems with minimal supervision
• Design, characterize, phase-lock and optimize laser and nonlinear optical systems for new builds and upgrades
• Lead technical projects end-to-end, including requirements, action plans, prioritization and schedule
• Analyze optical test data by plotting, fitting and interpreting it to guide design and troubleshooting
• Set the documentation and technical-writing standard for the team and review other engineers' work
• Partner with experimental physicists, hardware and software engineers and report progress to the Laser Engineering Manager

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Optics, Chemistry, Engineering or a related field
• 5+ years of experience using, maintaining and independently developing optical, opto-mechanical and/or laser systems
• Demonstrated mastery in at least one laser/optics domain, evidenced by concrete project contributions
• Track record of leading laser/optical projects independently from requirements through completion
• Experience designing and modeling nonlinear optical or laser/amplifier systems
• Strong data analysis skills and comfort producing and working from engineering documentation
• Excellent communicator able to set the documentation and technical-writing bar for a cross-functional team

Nice to have

• Advanced degree
• Experience mentoring or reviewing the work of junior engineers
• Proficiency with Python and Git
• Proficiency with Zemax, Onshape and/or SolidWorks/CAD

Benefits

• Fully paid medical, dental and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Unlimited paid time off
• 401K company matching
• Short- and long-term disability
• FSA and dependent care benefits
• Life insurance
• Drinks, snacks and catered team lunches in the office every day
• Annual bonus
• Equity in the company

About the company

Atom Computing builds quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms. The company describes its team as scientists, engineers and business professionals working to advance quantum computing.