Apollo System Integration Lead Scientist

We are seeking an Apollo System Integration Lead Scientist in our Broomfield, CO Location.

All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

• Apply previous experience in quantum computing to design, develop, verify, and deploy quantum computers using trapped ions as qubits.
• Lead the Apollo system integration team, including planning, prioritizing, and decision making on quantum computer hardware and software integration
• Technical coordination and guidance of interdisciplinary efforts related to quantum computer performance, including design engineers, hardware engineers, software engineers, and internal and external users.
• Work in a research lab environment to collect data on device characteristics and system performance.
• Communicate ground-breaking results both internally and externally through publications and presentations

• PhD completed prior to starting
• Minimum 8+ years’ experience (PhD inclusive) in experimental atomic physics, quantum computing, or equivalent disciplines
• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People’s Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

• Completed PhD in Physics or related field with background in cold atom physics
• Experience building trapped-ion or cold atom hardware systems
• Experience working with quantum computing hardware, including experience programming experimental control systems for data collection, signal processing, and data analysis
• Experience operating as a team leader on a variety of projects and programs
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results within their field of research.
• As a top candidate, you will have strong organizational and leadership skills, and be good at working with customers and partners

$160,000 - $200,000 a year.

Incentive Eligible – Range posted is inclusive of bonus target when applicable

The pay range for this role is $160,000 – $200,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.

Quantinuum is the world leader in quantum computing. The company’s quantum systems deliver the highest performance across all industry benchmarks. Quantinuum’s over 650 employees, including 400+ scientists and engineers, across the US, UK, Germany, and Japan, are driving the quantum computing revolution.

By uniting best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware, our integrated full-stack approach is accelerating the path to practical quantum computing and scaling its impact across multiple industries.

As we celebrate the International Year of Quantum, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of this rapidly evolving field. Byjoining Quantinuum, you’ll be at the forefront of this transformative revolution, shaping the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work

Flexible work schedule

Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match for student loan repayment benefit

Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.