# Principal Software Engineer - Control Systems at Atom Computing

> Hybrid · United States · Principal · Software engineering · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/lever%3Aatomcomputing%3A41cc7c93-b291-4c2a-a69e-caf14390dd6b (read 2026-11-04).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Atom Computing](https://alderhq.app/companies/atom-computing)
- Location text: Boulder, CO; Austin, TX
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Hybrid · United States (evidence: "Location: Boulder, CO; Austin, TX")
- Posted: 2026-07-24 (102 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-02 · last verified: 2026-11-03
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://jobs.lever.co/atomcomputing/41cc7c93-b291-4c2a-a69e-caf14390dd6b
- Skills listed (inferred): Python, Rust, C++, Distributed systems

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: $165k–$200k per year (from the listing's pay field)
- Market band for similar posted roles (Denver, n 6): p25 $185k, median $185k, p75 $196k
- H-1B filings at this company for similar roles, FY26: 4, median offered wage $155k ([US DOL OFLC LCA disclosure data](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/foreign-labor/performance))

## Description (the employer's text)

### Job Responsibilities

- Build and test embedded firmware and software powering high-speed software defined radios (SDRs), imaging pipelines, precision scientific instrumentation, and real-time digital feedback loops.
- Design and optimize deterministic, low-latency software for quantum hardware — including device drivers, Linux kernel modules, and custom subsystems.
- Evaluate and architect real-time execution strategies across Linux and RTOS environments; drive design decisions around determinism, throughput, and system scalability.
- Develop orchestration layers coordinating GPUs, FPGAs, and custom electronics for high-bandwidth, tightly synchronized quantum control operations.
- Rapidly prototype and iterate using Rust, Python, C/C++, and CUDA
- Collaborate with quantum theorists, hardware engineers, and platform software teams to translate quantum control flows into fast, reliable, production-ready code.
### Experience & Education

- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree a plus
- At least 8 years of relevant postgraduate professional experience
### Qualifications

- Proficiency in software development using C++, Python, Rust, or Go; experience with NVIDIA CUDA toolchains and ability to apply these skills in rapid prototyping and production systems.
- Knowledge in one or more of the following areas: computer architecture, signal processing, algorithm development, quantum error correction, distributed systems, or compilers, with a willingness to learn across disciplines as needed.
- Organizational, coordination, and multi-tasking expertise.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills involving large-scale systems.
- Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to teamwork

---
Data: alder (https://alderhq.app). Cite https://alderhq.app/jobs/lever%3Aatomcomputing%3A41cc7c93-b291-4c2a-a69e-caf14390dd6b and the date you read it. Observed facts come from the employer's own listing; location reach, level, family and skills are inferences.