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Infleqtion

Quantum Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

This role is open to both entry-level and senior-level candidates. Job Responsibilities The duties ... Collaborate with experimental physicists and software engineers to bridge the gap between ...

Thorlabs

Photonics Support Engineer I

Newton, NJ · On-site

The Photonics Support Engineer I is responsible for providing entry level technical support by ... Education: • BSc, MSc or PhD degree in Optics, Physics or a related Engineering field or ...

Thorlabs

Photonics Support Engineer I

Newton, NJ · On-site

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Rolls-Royce

Materials Specialist

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry * This is an entry level role suitable for ... Design of Experiment and materials validation * Metals, composites, ceramics, coatings, and/or ...

TSMC

Equipment Engineer-Thin Film

Camas, WA

As an Entry-Level Equipment Engineer, you will be an integral part of one of our specialized ... Basic familiarity with concepts like Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level experimental physicist in the United States is $94,805.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Experimental Physicist vs Entry Level Theoretical Physicist?

AspectEntry Level Experimental PhysicistEntry Level Theoretical Physicist
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Physics or related field; laboratory skillsBachelor's or Master's in Physics or related field; strong mathematical background
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research facilities, experimental setupsComputational work, simulations, mathematical modeling
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, labs, industry R&DAcademic institutions, research labs, industry R&D
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

Entry Level Experimental Physicists focus on hands-on laboratory experiments and data collection, while Entry Level Theoretical Physicists work primarily on mathematical models and simulations. Both roles require a strong physics background but differ in work environment and daily tasks.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Experimental Physicist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 29% Locum Tenens, 29% Temporary, 28% Contract, and 14% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,805 per year, or $45.6 per hour.

Quantum Software Engineer

Infleqtion

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Position Summary
This Quantum Software Engineer role will join the Compiler Team within Infleqtion's Quantum Software organization. This role will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining quantum compilation software alongside considerable involvement in co-design efforts that span the full quantum stack, including applications, algorithms, hardware and control. This role combines hands-on coding, code review, and system design with R&D. Ideal candidates have a strong software development background and familiarity with quantum computation.
This role is open to both entry-level and senior-level candidates.
Job Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities outlined below include essential functions of the role. Depending on business needs, this role may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned.
  • Conduct R&D toward cutting-edge advances in quantum technology with a focus on quantum compilation, similar to work described in https://arxiv.org/abs/2309.05157 and https://arxiv.org/abs/2509.13247
  • Deploy software optimizations to our cloud platform Superstaq using industry-grade software engineering procedures including documentation, linting, testing, and type-checking
  • Interface with customers of Superstaq to understand their needs and support them in a timely fashion
  • Contribute to development of government and commercial proposals and execution on global programs
  • Collaborate with experimental physicists and software engineers to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical implementation
  • Engage with the broader scientific community by publishing research findings in scientific journals and presenting at conferences
  • Stay up to date with the latest developments in quantum computer architecture, quantum compilation and related fields
  • Provide guidance and support to other team members, fostering a collaborative research environment

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, physics or a directly related field
  • High proficiency in programming, with fluency in Python preferable. Proficiency in alternative languages (e.g. C/C++ or Julia) with the ability to rapidly upskill in Python
  • Experience with open-source quantum software frameworks such as Cirq or Qiskit; Ideal candidates will have experience not only using these libraries but also modifying them
  • Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with all levels of an organization; Professional-level communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work comfortably in a highly collaborative, cross-functional, team-oriented, and matrixed environment
  • Desire and demonstrated ability to thrive and produce results in a fluid, dynamic, and fast-paced environment
  • Demonstrated ability to learn new and complex topics quickly
  • Resourceful problem-solver who collaboratively identifies effective paths forward with demonstrated expertise in executing productization efforts
  • Passion for solving complex problems and challenges in a highly technical and scientific environment
  • Ability to be in the office any three days per week
  • Ability to travel domestically and (potentially) internationally up to 10%

Preferred Qualifications
  • PhD in quantum computation, physics, computer science, or a directly related field
  • Familiarity with concepts in quantum computing such as error correction / fault tolerance, native gate decomposition, qubit mapping and routing, and variational quantum algorithms
  • Experience with advanced open-source quantum software frameworks such as Stim
  • Familiarity with best practices of professional software engineering such as coverage, integration tests, type checking, unit tests, and version control
  • Experience with backend development with tools such as FastAPI for web frameworks and PostgreSQL/SQLAlchemy for databases
  • Experience with cloud development, especially on GCP and AWS
  • Familiarity with CI/CD, automated actions, issue tracking, version control, and other features on GitHub
  • Familiarity with security core best-practices such as access control, encryption at rest, key rotation, and logging
  • Exposure to or interest in front-end / GUI development, e.g., HTML/CSS, React, PyQt.

Our team will begin reviewing applications on January 20, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.
Benefits
Benefits
  • Salary range: 120,000 to 150,000 USD/year
  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability
  • Employer-funded Health Savings Account
  • Unlimited PTO
  • 401(k) match
  • Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Flexible Savings Account
  • Paid FMLA, Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Student Loan Repayment
  • Equity Program

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