Full-Time

Senior Physicist

System Integration

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

IonQ

IonQ

201-500 employees

Develops scalable trapped-ion quantum computers

Data & Analytics
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$115.7k - $151.5kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity

Senior

Bothell, WA, USA

Role requires onsite presence at the office located in Bothell, WA.

Category
Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering
Robotics and Automation Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
Python
JavaScript
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Master’s or PhD degree in optical engineering, electrical engineering, applied physics or a related field
  • 3+ years of experience in quantum control or sensing preferably of trapped ions or neutral atoms
  • Experience with either javascript or python programming.
  • Strong desire to be hands-on, with ability to spend the majority of your time working on hardware and systems with the team and being involved at all levels of detail.
  • Experience aligning and characterizing diffraction limited optical systems and interferometers
  • 6+ years of experience leading full-lifecycle development of complex optical systems and experiments.
  • Experience with concepts and methods of manufacturing and testing of complex software-controlled optomechanical systems
  • Experience working with ion traps or ultra-cold neutral atoms, ultra-high vacuum, and cryogenic systems.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as a technical lead on the Product Engineering team for test, integration and commissioning of the quantum computers.
  • Build the tools and processes and documentation to expedite validation and verification of current and future products
  • Contribute to the system design, modeling, assembly, and characterization of a trapped ion quantum computer
  • Measure and analyze data on the performance of a trapped ion quantum computer
  • Use holistic system knowledge and data to identify root cause functional and performance deficiencies and work with different subsystem engineering teams to remediate and improve overall system excellence.

IonQ is developing quantum computers using a trapped-ion approach, focusing on leveraging unmatched physical performance, perfect qubit replication, optical networkability, and highly-optimized algorithms to create scalable and powerful quantum computing technology. This technology has the potential to support applications such as direct carbon sequestration, better battery materials, improved drug discovery, and quantum machine learning.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$444.5M

Headquarters

College Park, Maryland

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

13%

1 year growth

35%

2 year growth

107%
Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Recognition in the Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ list underscores IonQ's rapid growth and market potential.
  • The addition of industry experts like Dr. Martin Roetteler and Stacey Giamalis strengthens IonQ's leadership team, fostering innovation and strategic direction.
  • Collaborations with entities like South Carolina Quantum and the U.S. Air Force Research Lab highlight IonQ's expanding influence and application in critical sectors.

What critics are saying

  • The nascent stage of quantum computing technology means IonQ faces uncertainties in achieving commercial viability and widespread adoption.
  • High competition in the quantum computing space from well-funded tech giants could impact IonQ's market share and growth prospects.

What makes IonQ unique

  • IonQ's focus on trapped ion quantum computing sets it apart from competitors using different quantum technologies like superconducting qubits.
  • Strategic partnerships with organizations like Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Hyundai demonstrate IonQ's ability to integrate quantum solutions into diverse industries.
  • The acquisition of Entangled Networks enhances IonQ's capabilities in quantum networking, positioning it as a leader in multi-quantum-processor solutions.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?

Benefits

Biweekly catered lunches

Parental leave

Health, vision, & dental insurance

Flexible time off

401(k) with 5% match

University facilities

Commuter benefits