AMO Physicist - Quantum RF

About Infleqtion

Role overview

Research and development

• Translate product requirements into atomic system designs and lead high-value research projects.
• Model, simulate, and perform analytical calculations to design systems that meet product performance needs.
• Design and execute testing and verification plans; integrate opto-mechanical systems, electronics, and software into quantum devices.
• Carry out project tasks from equipment setup to system demonstration; identify suitable materials and components.
• Document project progress and track and resolve issues.

Collaboration and communication

• Work with multidisciplinary teams on commercial and non-commercial products and quantum-led projects in a changing, deadline-driven environment.
• Contribute to external reports and publications, author or co-author papers, proposals, presentations, and reports, and participate in talks, workshops, and conferences.
• Explain and present complex quantum systems to internal and external audiences with varied technical backgrounds.

Technical qualifications

• PhD in experimental atomic, molecular, and optical physics and substantial post-PhD experience manipulating atoms, ions, or molecules with light.
• Knowledge of Rydberg physics and interactions, particularly Rydberg-atom electrometry; working knowledge of control systems and signal processing.
• Proficiency in a programming language such as Python, Rust, or C++, and proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to debug complex systems combining optics, analogue and digital electronics, software, and quantum devices.
• Proven complex hardware/software integration experience; familiarity with Solidworks, Zemax, or Altium is requested.
• Prior project management experience is a plus; understanding of Health, Safety, and Environment practices is requested.
• Good communication and collaboration skills, including clear communication with technical and non-technical colleagues.

Location and working conditions

• Full-time position based at the Kidlington, Oxford office; working from home is permitted up to two days per week subject to business needs and manager approval.
• Work normally takes place in an office and laboratory around technical equipment, including computers and lasers.
• The role requires the ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, and carry up to 15 kg without assistance and use office equipment and communication tools.
• Required personal protective equipment will be provided and must be used according to company requirements.
• Up to 10% travel may be required.

Compensation and benefits

• The company offers a competitive salary, but no amount or pay cadence is stated.
• Benefits include unlimited paid time off, a 10% company pension contribution, cycle-to-work and tax-efficient technology schemes, an incentive stock option plan, and BUPA private healthcare after probation.