Atom Computing · 1 day ago
Laser Engineering Manager
Boulder, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$175K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expAtom Computing builds quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms. As Laser Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of laser engineers to design and develop laser systems for quantum computers, focusing on reliability and performance.
ComputerInformation TechnologyProduct Research
Responsibilities
Hire, lead, mentor and manage a team of high-performing laser engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration
Provide technical leadership for the design, development, and upkeep of complex laser systems
Provide guidance and technical expertise for laser and optical projects with the goal of maximizing performance and robustness
Develop and execute project plans, timelines, and budgets, while ensuring cross-functional alignment. Provide clear direction to ensure targets are met and consistent updates to all relevant stakeholders
Manage vendor relationships and procurement of laser components
Oversee the creation of detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, test reports and user manuals
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintaining ongoing communication with technical managers, project leaders, peers and support staff
Ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements
Capable of lifting and moving objects that weigh up to 25 pounds
Performs other duties as assigned or required
External speaking and/or customer/partner engagements to align partners with Atom Computing
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Physics, Engineering, or a related field required
Minimum 10+ years experience (advanced degree inclusive) using and maintaining optical, opto-mechanical and/or laser systems
Minimum of 3 years experience designing and operating laser systems for control of atoms, ions, or solid state emitters
Temperamentally suited to work at a fast-growing, early-stage startup: self-motivated, humble, driven, collaborative, and has a high tolerance for ambiguity and uncertainty
Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse team of experimental physicists, hardware, software engineers and support staff
Expertise with current state-of-the-art lasers/amplifiers (e.g. diode and fiber-based) and nonlinear optical materials, and experience with the characterization, phase-locking, and modulation of optical and laser/amplifier systems
History of producing inventions and patents for laser or optical systems
Experience with data analysis (taking, plotting, analyzing, fitting and interpreting relevant data from optical testing experiments)
Experience with engineering change documentation; ability to work from assembly drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, sketches and other written, visual and oral instructions
Experience and proficiency to manage projects and teams effectively
Ability and passion for recruiting the best Laser Engineers from academia and industry
Capable of lifting and moving objects that weigh up to 25 pounds
Preferred
Familiarity with Python and Git software version control
Zemax, Onshape, and/or Solidworks/CAD for designing optical and optomechanical systems
Benefits
Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for our employees and their dependents
Unlimited paid time off
401K company matching
Short- and long-term disability
FSA
Dependent care benefits
Life insurance
Drinks, snacks, and catered team lunches in our offices, every day
Company
Atom Computing
Atom Computing builds truly scalable quantum computers out of individual atoms.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$91.21MKey Investors
DARPAThird Point VenturesNational Science Foundation
2024-06-03Series Unknown· $10.24M
2023-01-31Grant
2022-03-23Series C
Leadership Team
Benjamin Bloom
CEO / CTO / Founder
Jesper Kamp
Regional Director Europe
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