Quantum Engineering Manager

About Atom Computing

At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing.

As Quantum Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of approximately 5 direct reports who are working to translate fundamental atomic physics to a scalable, fault-tolerant quantum computer. Day-to-day responsibilities range from project management, infrastructure development, budgeting decisions as well as technical mentoring and individual contributions.

Responsibilities

• Hire, develop, and manage a team of high-performing quantum engineers
• Contribute 30-50% of your time on hands-on Quantum Engineering projects
• Maintain ongoing communication with technical managers, project leaders, and peers to ensure work is allocated effectively and efficiently
• Help to provide logistical support to create the infrastructure for the team to accomplish their goals. eg. lab buildout & maintenance, HVAC, power infrastructure, components, supplies, etc.

Requirements

• PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field.

2 years industry experience

• Temperamentally suited to work at a fast-growing startup: self-motivated, humble, driven, collaborative, and has a high tolerance for ambiguity.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse team of experimental physicists, hardware, and software engineers.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a changing work environment
• Ability and passion for hiring the best Quantum Engineers from academia and industry
• Familiarity with Python and Git software version control

Pay

The base salary range for this position is between $200,000 - $250,000, commensurate with experience. In addition, we offer a 25% annual bonus, sign-on bonus, additional bonus potential and incentive stock options for equity in the company.

Benefits

• Atom Computing provides a wide variety of perks and benefits, including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees and their dependents. Additionally, unlimited paid time off, 401K company matching, short- and long-term disability, FSA, dependent care benefits, and life insurance. We also offer drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches in our offices, every day!