Hardware Physicist
Hardware Physicist at Midjourney — CA, US
- Company: Midjourney
- Location: CA, US
- Employment type: Full-time
- Posted: 2026-09-07
About this role
What You'll Do
Midjourney is seeking physicists to develop revolutionary quantum hardware technologies.
What We're Looking For
- Multiple years of experience working in experimental quantum physics (Ph.D.-level or similar)
- Proficiency in the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of experiments
- Hands-on experience with laser-based optical measurements
- Ability to work on-site (up to five days/week) in the San Francisco Bay Area
- Given the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required.
Useful Experience:
- Broad familiarity with quantum computing and/or sensing platforms
- Track record of delivering cutting-edge systems that work outside the lab
- Strong physical intuition about fundamental signal origins and noise sources
- Hands-on experience with optics, optoelectronics, photodetectors, and optical fibers
- Familiarity with next-generation photonic technologies
- Experience inventing new tools and processes to address experimental challenges
- Proficiency using the latest AI tools to accelerate workflow
- Excellent data visualization and presentation skills
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