Principal Quantum Engineer
Atomcomputing · Boulder, CO
Posted about 2 months ago · $200,000 - $230,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 52 days Atomcomputing's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 96% of Atomcomputing's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Atomcomputing
- high 13 stale, 0 reposted of 28 open
- Hiring momentum
- 42 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-25
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Atomcomputing's own lever board since 2026-08-04. Full hiring picture for Atomcomputing.
About this role
As a Principal Quantum Engineer at Atom Computing, you will work on the development of quantum computers using neutral atoms, collaborating with a team of scientists and engineers. Your role will involve translating atomic physics principles into scalable and fault-tolerant quantum computing solutions, focusing on the manipulation and control of quantum systems.
- benefits
- 4/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 5/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Atomcomputing as an employer.
What you need
- Experience in trapping and manipulation of cold atoms
- Experience in coherent control of quantum systems (e.g., neutral atoms, trapped ions, NV-centers, nuclear magnetic resonance, superconducting qubits)
- Experience in quantum characterization, verification, and validation (QCVV) techniques
What you get
- Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents
- Unlimited paid time off
- 401K company matching
- Short- and long-term disability
- FSA
- Dependent care benefits
Worth weighing
- Salary range is quite high, indicating potential high expectations or pressure
- The role requires specialized knowledge in quantum systems, which may limit the candidate pool
- Vague details on daily responsibilities and specific projects may require clarification during the interview
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Listed by Atomcomputing on their lever job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-25. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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