The Laser Technician will manage and scale laser systems for quantum computers, build assemblies, conduct inspections, and analyze data, requiring collaboration and precision.
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.
We are seeking a Laser Technician to help us manage and scale up our laser systems for our quantum computers, increasing reliability and performance.
Job Requirements
- Build laser assemblies (fiber or free-space) according to assembly instructions.
- Ability to utilize sensitive production equipment such as fiber splicers and measurement instruments after training and according to documented instructions.
- Handles and assembles intricate opto-mechanical components and assemblies, including handling and mounting of fragile optics and/or optical fibers
- Alignment of laser and laser accessory systems following documented instructions
- Maintain data systems to record and report test results.
- Understand and follow work instructions, engineering drawings, and other material used for the production of complex systems involving electronics, mechanical assemblies and fiber components.
- Perform incoming inspection for mechanical, electronic, and fiber components utilizing standard inspection tools.
- Able to work independently with little supervision while maintaining high quality output.
- Willingness to work in Demark for up to 2 months, estimated to begin in the summer of 2026
- Other duties as assigned
Experience & Education
- Bachelor’s in Physics, Optics, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum 2+ years experience (degree inclusive) using and maintaining optical, opto-mechanical and/or laser systems
Qualifications
- 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, and software engineers.
- 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 optimization of laser and nonlinear optical systems in addition to design and modeling experience of nonlinear optical and laser/amplifier 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.
- Participate in the creation of laboratory safety procedures.
- Definite pluses: Familiarity with Python and Git software version control. Zemax, Onshape, and/or Solidworks/CAD for designing optical and optomechanical systems
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 $80,000 - $100,000, commensurate with experience. In addition to salary, we offer an annual bonus and equity in the company.
Top Skills
Fiber Splicing
Git
Lasers
Measurement Instruments
Onshape
Python
Solidworks/Cad
Zemax
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