Global Media Relations Director
$148k - $222k+ Bonus + Equity
Expert
Bachelor's
Remote in USA
Remote
Growth & MarketingPR & Communications
About the job
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or a relevant scientific or technical field, such as Physics or Engineering.
- At least 8 years of experience in media relations or corporate communications, including at least 4 years specifically in a deep-tech, scientific, or highly technical industry such as quantum computing, semiconductors, aerospace, artificial intelligence, or advanced engineering.
- A proven portfolio of securing impactful earned media placements across top-tier financial publications such as The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, and Bloomberg, and technology or trade publications.
- Exceptional ability to write quickly, precisely, and clearly under tight deadlines, transforming abstract scientific data into clear business narratives.
- Extensive experience media-training C-suite executives and PhD-level subject matter experts.
- Demonstrated ability to leverage technology, including artificial intelligence-powered tools for drafting, monitoring, and sentiment analysis, to increase team efficiency and improve strategic decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Lead proactive pitching across global business, financial, broadcast, deep-tech, and scientific media outlets to secure high-impact coverage.
- Oversee the daily activities and results delivery of IonQ’s external agencies as a member of the Global Marketing and Communications leadership team.
- Serve as the primary communications partner for IonQ’s executive team, top scientists, and engineers; develop custom briefing materials and conduct intensive media training for spokespeople.
- Proactively position internal subject matter experts for commentary, features, and key industry moments, working closely with the Global Head of Strategic Content, Insights and Market Intelligence.
- Collaborate globally across go-to-market, Product, Research and Development, Applications, Social Media, and Strategic Content, Insights and Market Intelligence teams to distill complex quantum concepts in computing, networking, sensing, and security into clear, engaging narratives.
- Write and edit external materials, including press releases, pitch decks, media alerts, executive biographies, frequently asked questions, and messaging playbooks.
- Own and maintain the central repository for core media messaging and talking points to ensure brand consistency across external touchpoints.
- Partner with Investor Relations, Legal, Compliance, Government Affairs, and People teams to ensure external communications meet regulatory standards and internal alignment.
- Assist in developing crisis playbooks, protocol updates, and reactive messaging for regulatory, governance, or merger-and-acquisition-related events.
- Partner with the Media Monitoring and Social Intelligence Specialist to track brand sentiment, share of voice, and competitor narratives, using data to refine strategies.
- Monitor macro industry trends, technology policy, and market movements to insert IonQ into relevant news cycles.
- Maintain media distribution lists, editorial calendars, press kits, and collaborative tracking tools to streamline team workflows.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience navigating late-stage, high-growth technology startups or publicly traded deep-tech companies.
- Working knowledge of financial media relations and regulatory compliance, including Securities and Exchange Commission guidelines and Regulation FD.
- Familiarity with media tools and public relations management software such as Cision, Muck Rack, Meltwater, and Brandwatch.
About the company
IonQ sells quantum computing through cloud access and on-site systems that use trapped-ion qubits. Its processors, such as Forte and Tempo, are accessed by customers via cloud platforms or deployed on customer sites, and the company is expanding into quantum networking, quantum key distribution, and sensing through acquisitions and a SkyWater Technology deal. It differentiates itself with trapped-ion technology and by building a broader quantum ecosystem through strategic acquisitions and partnerships to connect devices and services beyond hardware alone. Its goal is to scale commercial quantum computing, grow revenue, and strengthen its cash position to support ongoing expansion and ecosystem development.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
College Park, Maryland
Founded
2015
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- NVIDIA selected IonQ’s Superion 256 for its Accelerated Quantum Research Center.
- Florida International University ordered a Superion 256 system for late 2027 campus installation.
- IonQ raised 2026 revenue guidance to $280 million-$290 million after record Q2 results.
What critics are saying
- FTC warned July 31, 2026 SkyWater integration could foreclose rival foundry access.
- Scott+Scott and Wolfpack Research targeted IonQ in 2026 over Pentagon contract disclosures.
- Quantum commercialization still depends on 2027 deliveries; execution slip would crush the valuation premium.
What makes IonQ unique
- IonQ’s trapped-ion systems posted 287% Q2 2026 revenue growth.
- Superion 256 adds integrated electronic qubit control for 2027 customer deployments.
- IonQ controls hardware, networking, and foundry capacity after SkyWater closing on July 31, 2026.
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Benefits
- Biweekly catered lunches
- Parental leave
- Health, vision, & dental insurance
- Flexible time off
- 401(k) with 5% match
- University facilities
- Commuter benefits