Quantum Engineering Manager

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.

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

• 2 years industry experience

Qualifications • 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

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! 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.