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Physicist II - 1076

Quantinuum

Broomfield, COJob$101–136K/yrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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Compensation
$101–136K/yr
Location
Broomfield, CO
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Quantinuum seeks a Physicist II to work with research scientists on ion-trapping testbeds and related laser, beamline, and electronics systems in Broomfield, Colorado. The role includes building, operating, maintaining, and upgrading equipment, supporting teams with technical problems, and independently operating systems and resolving issues. The position requires at least a bachelor's degree and U.S. Person status, with additional national-security restrictions on certain nationalities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Data AnalysisCritical ThinkingProblem SolvingTeamworkPython ProgrammingComputer SkillsInterpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMaster's in Physics or Relevant EngineeringU.S. Person StatusNot PRC or Russian National

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Physicist II - 1076 We are seeking a Physicist II 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: - Work closely with a team of research scientists to build, operate, maintain, and upgrade various ion trapping testbeds - Build and maintain laser systems and beamlines - Build and maintain electronics systems, including RF and microwave chains - Support teams on sophisticated technical problems - Independently operate and solve issues - Up to 10% travel YOU MUST HAVE: - Bachelor's 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: - Master's degree in physics or relevant engineering field such as Optical, Electrical, Mechanical, or Software - Ability to analyze large sets of data to pull out correlations and trends on performance - Desire to work in a fast-paced environment - Willingness to expand knowledge, learn new skills and push the boundary of what's possible - Able to think critically, solve problems, and be a strong teammate with intelligent risk-taking skills - Strong interpersonal and team skill - Strong computer skills including ability to program in Python - Strong written and verbal communication skills The base pay range for this role is $101,000 -- $136,000 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 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 i legal. 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. $101,000 - $136,000 a year PI287820338

How this job compares

Set against the 2,289 open Research Scientist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$101–136K/yr
  • Colorado median$132–198K/yr39 salary ranges
  • US median$150–228K/yr1,542 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $119K, is 27% below the Colorado median midpoint ($162K) — in the middle half of Research Scientist salary ranges in Colorado.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 41 open Research Scientist jobs in Colorado and 2,289 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Colorado
Experience
Research Scientist postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 6 years (1,264 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 1,201 of the 2,289 open Research Scientist jobs (52%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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