Job description

We are seeking an Ion Transport Designer in our Broomfield, CO location to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, simulation, and optimization of ion transport architectures used in Quantinuum's trapped-ion quantum computing systems. You will develop and validate transport waveforms, trapping configurations, and electrode designs that enable reliable, high-fidelity movement of ions throughout complex quantum computing devices. You will also contribute to research and development efforts, prototype evaluation, system characterization, integration activities, documentation, and the transition of new designs into production environments. Working closely with physicists, engineers, and software teams, you will help identify and resolve performance limitations, improve transport efficiency, and support the scalability of next-generation quantum processors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in charged particle dynamics, electromagnetic field modeling, numerical simulation, experimental validation, and engineering problem solving, with experience developing solutions that balance performance, reliability, manufacturability, and long-term operational stability. All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. Key Responsibilities: Perform research on cutting edge trap transport methods. Design and develop ion surface trap top metal for ion trapping and transport. Design and develop ion voltage waveforms for efficient ion transport. Create and maintain software tools to enable key features of ion transport waveform design. Work directly with computational scientists, experimentalists, and engineers to research solutions to cutting-edge ion trapping and transport problems. Communicate ground-breaking results both internally and externally through publications and presentations. YOU MUST HAVE: PhD Degree minimum 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: PhD in applied physics, mathematics, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field Proficiency with Python Experience with software management and collaboration tools and techniques Experience organizing and maintaining software projects or packages Experience working with trapped ions Experience with electrostatic modeling and design optimization Knowledge of analog filters and related techniques for system simulation Experience applying physical principles to optimization problems or numerical simulation Experience with numerical optimization techniques such as convex optimization Experience using HPC clusters, GPUs, or other parallel computing techniques Experience working with quantum computing hardware Teamwork and collaboration Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results within your field of research. Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company delivering a full stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. With active engagements spanning pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, government, industrial sectors, and leading academic and research institutions worldwide, we are helping organizations unlock the transformative potential of quantum computing. Our global team of more than 800 employees includes many of the world's leading scientists, engineers, and researchers, with more than 70% of our technology team holding advanced degrees at the Master's or PhD level. Headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado, Quantinuum operates across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, and Singapore. By joining Quantinuum, you’ll help shape the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible. What’s in it for you? We believe our people are our greatest strength and offer a comprehensive rewards package that supports your professional growth, well-being, and long-term success. Competitive compensation and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and student loan repayment benefit Equity opportunities Generous paid time off, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays annually Paid parental leave Employee discount programs Equal Opportunity Employer Quantinuum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and provided equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. For more information about Quantinuum, please visit our website . We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know use the Lets talk contact form. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis, there is no application deadline for this position.

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All applicants for placement in safety-sensitive positions will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.
Perform research on cutting edge trap transport methods.
Design and develop ion surface trap top metal for ion trapping and transport.
Design and develop ion voltage waveforms for efficient ion transport.
Create and maintain software tools to enable key features of ion transport waveform design.
Work directly with computational scientists, experimentalists, and engineers to research solutions to cutting-edge ion trapping and transport problems.
Communicate ground-breaking results both internally and externally through publications and presentations.
PhD Degree minimum
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.
PhD in applied physics, mathematics, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field
Proficiency with Python
Experience with software management and collaboration tools and techniques
Experience organizing and maintaining software projects or packages
Experience working with trapped ions
Experience with electrostatic modeling and design optimization
Knowledge of analog filters and related techniques for system simulation
Experience applying physical principles to optimization problems or numerical simulation
Experience with numerical optimization techniques such as convex optimization
Experience using HPC clusters, GPUs, or other parallel computing techniques
Experience working with quantum computing hardware
Teamwork and collaboration
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with published results within your field of research.
By joining Quantinuum, you’ll help shape the future of quantum computing, pushing the limits of technology, and making the impossible possible.

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