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Atom Computing

Quantum computing with neutral atom qubits

Quantum Operations Engineering Manager

Engineering LeadershipConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCopenhagen, Denmark

About the Job

Requirements

  • A PhD in Physics, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant industry experience.
  • A strong technical background in experimental atomic physics, quantum computing, or similarly complex scientific systems.
  • Experience commissioning, operating, maintaining, or troubleshooting complex hardware and software systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams, coordinate engineering work, and resolve complex technical problems.
  • Ability to make sound technical decisions, prioritize competing operational demands, and escalate issues appropriately.
  • Willingness to work onsite at the Copenhagen office five days per week and travel occasionally to Atom Computing facilities in Boulder, Colorado.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, manage, and develop a team of four Quantum Operations Engineers responsible for the onsite quantum computing system.
  • Oversee system installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Establish daily work priorities, assign technical responsibilities, and coordinate planned maintenance and system upgrades.
  • Provide technical guidance for diagnosing and resolving issues involving atomic physics, optical systems, control hardware, and software.
  • Monitor system performance, identify recurring issues, and drive improvements to operational reliability.
  • Coordinate with engineering teams to troubleshoot complex problems, implement technical changes, and maintain system performance.
  • Establish and maintain operating procedures, maintenance documentation, and technical records.
  • Manage onsite incident response and coordinate the team's on-call coverage for unexpected maintenance and system issues.
  • Communicate system status, operational risks, and technical priorities to the Director of Commercial Quantum Systems and relevant stakeholders.
  • Support the technical development, performance management, and training of team members.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with neutral-atom systems, cold-atom experiments, or coherent control of quantum systems.
  • Experience operating or supporting complex scientific equipment in a production or customer-facing environment.
  • Familiarity with Python and Git.
  • Experience developing operating procedures, maintenance programs, or technical training materials.

About the Company

Atom Computing

Quantum computing with neutral atom qubits

Atom Computing builds quantum computers using neutral atom qubits, based in Berkeley. Its hardware relies on arrays of neutral atoms that act as qubits and can maintain quantum states for long periods, enabling complex calculations. The product works by trapping and manipulating these atoms with lasers and devices to perform quantum operations, with systems designed to scale to larger qubit counts while preserving coherence. The company differentiates itself by its focus on neutral-atom technology, which can offer long coherence times and scalable architectures, supported by collaborations, funding, and partnerships rather than relying solely on a single approach or software-only solutions. Its goal is to become a leader in quantum computing by delivering high-performance systems to universities, research groups, and tech companies, while continuing R&D and forming strategic partnerships to accelerate progress in the field.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Series C
Total funding
$301.2M
Headquarters
Berkeley, CA
Founded
2018

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