# Hardware Physicist

- **Company:** Midjourney
- **Location:** San Francisco Bay Area, CA, US (Hybrid)
- **Salary:** US$ 155,000 – 159,000 per year
- **Contract:** Full-time
- **Posted:** 2026-09-07

## Job description

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

[Apply on the company site](https://www.joonow.com/en/job/hardware-physicist-san-francisco-bay-area-ca-nz11f029a9/apply)