Metasurface Design Engineer - 1089

Compensation: 131,000 – 176,000 USD per year

We are seeking a Metasurface Design Engineer in our Broomfield, CO Location.

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

Key Responsibilities: Participate in a multidisciplinary team of physicists and engineers, supporting the development of commercial and research systems for quantum computing Design, simulate, and evaluate metasurface and diffractive optical components as part of integrated optical systems to deliver and collect light in our next generation quantum computer systems. Develop improved methodology for design and analysis, leveraging HPC capabilities YOU MUST HAVE: Master’s Degree minimum Minimum 6+ years’ experience (advanced degree inclusive) with design and simulation of metasurface and diffractive photonics components and systems. 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: Ph.D. (in Optics, Physics, Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field) Experience with photonic simulation tools such as FDTD (Lumerical, tidy3D, etc.), FEM, RCWA, etc. Experience with scientific coding, data analysis and visualization, and commonly used software such as Python and Matlab Experience with computational methods for inverse design and optimization Experience with high performance computing Experience with or knowledge of optical systems and principles, and optical testing of photonic devices Experience with or knowledge of nanofabrication of metasurface and diffractive optics Excellent written and verbal communication skills, record of published results within field of research Ability to communicate clearly and effectively and to facilitate the exchange of key details and concepts between team members of diverse technical experience Ability to work within a high-performing team and contribute to larger team and organizational goals 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.