# AI Scientist at Oratomic

> Location unclear · Unspecified · Software engineering · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/ashby%3Aoratomic%3A241a16be-3b49-4fb7-afce-6b3dc462f64a (read 2026-11-15).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Oratomic](https://alderhq.app/companies/oratomic)
- Location text: Pasadena
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Location unclear (evidence: "Location: Pasadena")
- Posted: 2026-07-06 (132 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-02 · last verified: 2026-11-09
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/oratomic/241a16be-3b49-4fb7-afce-6b3dc462f64a

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: $200k–$350k per year (from the listing's pay field)
- Market band for similar posted roles (Los Angeles, n 618): p25 $120k, median $142k, p75 $165k

## Description (the employer's text)

Oratomic is on a mission to build the world's first fault-tolerant quantum computer.

We are actively hiring AI scientists to take part in designing, building, and operating fault tolerant neutral atom quantum computers. You will work in a tight-knit team, and will be responsible for researching and developing AI systems that automate our scientific research and quantum computer design. Prior knowledge of quantum computing is not required. Frontier research in artificial intelligence is strongly desirable for this role. We are hiring at all experience levels.

Requirements:

Wants to build a quantum computer

Works well in a highly collaborative team environment

Compensation:

$200,000-$350,000/year depending on experience

Benefits (health and dental coverage, 401K, unlimited PTO, paid family leave, visa sponsorship)

Equity

Work location: Onsite in Pasadena, CA

Oratomic is an equal opportunity employer. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact info@oratomic.com.

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