Top 28 Physicist Jobs in Golden, Co

Atomic Source Physicist - 869
Quantinuum —Broomfield, CO
- $135,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Research Associate
University of Colorado Boulder —Boulder, CO
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Lead Experimental Physicist - 570
Quantinuum —Broomfield, CO
- $160,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Pass drug screening
- 8 years
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Deployment Physicist, On-premises Installation - 572
Quantinuum —Broomfield, CO
- $175,000 - $210,000 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- 8 years
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Pulsed Power Physicist
Xcimer Energy —Denver, CO
- $140,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Sr Advanced Physicist - 782
Quantinuum —Broomfield, CO
- $148,000 - $185,000 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Computer Science
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Laser Physicist
Xcimer Energy —Denver, CO
- $140,000 - $190,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Lead Experimental Physicist
Xcimer Energy —Denver, CO
- $200,000 - $225,000 a year
- Full-time
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Mentoring
- Fair chance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Atomic Physicist for Ion Trapping & Integrated Photonics - 721
Quantinuum —Broomfield, CO
- $132,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- System design
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Postdoctoral Associate - Neutrino Physics
University of Colorado Boulder —Boulder, CO
- $62,000 - $66,000 a year
- Full-time
- C++
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Temporary Juno Spacecraft Researcher
University of Colorado Boulder —Boulder, CO
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- University
- Military encouraged
- Organizational skills
- Paid sick time
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Senior Photonics Scientist - 849
Quantinuum —Broomfield, CO
- $164,000 - $205,000 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- Bachelor's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Advanced AMO Scientist - 733
Quantinuum —Broomfield, CO
- $145,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Doctor of Philosophy
- In-person
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Chief Ion Trap Wafer Fabrication Scientist - 870
Quantinuum —Broomfield, CO
- $208,000 - $260,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Pass drug screening
- Bachelor's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Quantum Physicist
Infleqtion —Boulder, CO
- $115,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Assembly
- Math
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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Research Scientist: Quantum Algorithms and Error Correction Theory - 637
Quantinuum —Broomfield, CO
- $140,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Math
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Quantum Theorist, Atomic Physics Focus
Atom Computing —Boulder, CO
- $160,000 - $185,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer Science
- System design
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Integrated Photonics Design Manager - 819
Quantinuum —Broomfield, CO
- $180,000 - $225,000 a year
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Sr. Scientist
Sierra Nevada Corporation —Lone Tree, CO
- $124,771.42 - $171,560.71 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Master's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Principal Theorist - 782
Quantinuum —Broomfield, CO
- $192,000 - $240,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Doctor of Philosophy
- In-person
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays

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Atomic Source Physicist - 869

Quantinuum -
Broomfield, CO

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Job Details

Full-time
$135,000 - $180,000 a year

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Loan repayment program
Dental insurance
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee discount
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Optics
Doctor of Philosophy

Full Job Description

We are seeking an Atomic Source Physicist in our Broomfield, CO Location.

Our team is leading the development, integration, and operation of atomic sources for trapped ion quantum computing systems at Quantinuum. We are looking for experimental scientists with hands-on experience building and operating complex atomic physics systems, taking and analyzing datasets, and collaboration across disciplines. The ideal candidate will have intimate knowledge of one or more advanced laboratory techniques for controlling quantum systems, which could include precision laser spectroscopy, atomic or molecular beams, or cryogenic UHV systems. They will also have excellent communication and collaboration skills as they are working with teams of engineers and other scientists to develop and test new concepts. Our scientists are thought leaders in the field, publishing papers and presenting research to peers.

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

Key Responsibilities:

Work directly with other experimentalists and engineers to conceptualize, design, build, and validate atomic sources for trapped ion quantum computers
Communicate ground-breaking results both internally and externally through publications and presentations
Develop, implement, and oversee best scientific practices across the experimental team

YOU MUST HAVE:

PhD completed prior to start
Minimum of 5+ years (PhD inclusive) of atomic physics experience
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.

WE VALUE:

Experience working with magneto-optical traps, atomic or molecular beams, and other cold atom techniques
Experience working with trapped ions
Experience working with quantum computing hardware
Experience performing simulation and modeling to inform experiments
Experience programming experimental control systems for data collection, signal processing, and data analysis
Formal background in experimental physics with a proven track record of solving outstanding and challenging problems
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 and negotiating with customers and partners

Compensation & Benefits:

The pay range for this role is $135,000 – $180,000 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.

By joining 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.

What’s in it for you?

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. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, there is no application deadline for this position.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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