Principal Optical Engineer

QuEra Computing Inc.

Boston, United States
Base: $151,200 - $236,250; bonus/equity: equity gr...
On-site
Master's degree in optics or applied physics
10-15 years non-academic engineering experience
Deep expertise in free-space optics and lens design
The role involves serving as a senior individual contributor to build state-of-the-art, manufacturable neutral atom quantum computers

Job Summary

  • The role involves serving as a senior individual contributor to build state-of-the-art, manufacturable neutral atom quantum computers.
  • Candidates will technically lead an interdisciplinary team through the full product lifecycle from concept to implementation and production.
  • The position offers equity grants for all new hires alongside a base salary range of $151,200 - $236,250.

Matching Summary

The role involves serving as a senior individual contributor to build state-of-the-art, manufacturable neutral atom quantum computers.

Salary

Base: $151,200 - $236,250; Bonus/Equity: Equity grants provided for all new hires; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in optics or applied physics
  • 10-15 years non-academic engineering experience
  • Deep expertise in free-space optics and lens design
  • Experience with fiber optics and laser systems
  • Proficiency in Zemax optical simulation software
  • Expertise in Mechanical CAD (Inventor/Solidworks)
  • Track record bringing complex optical systems to production

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with neutral atom quantum computing
  • Commercial product development background
  • Off-site product deployment at customer premises
  • Startup environment experience preferred

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in optics, optical engineering, or applied physics
  • 10-15 years of industry experience beyond academia
  • Enterprise scale engineering experience required

Work Rights

Not specified

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