Jobs at IonQ
IonQ is a leading quantum computing company that offers the first commercially available quantum cloud services. The company focuses on building scalable, fault‑tolerant quantum processors using trapped‑ion technology, and has partnered with major cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure.
IonQ hires across the full tech stack—quantum scientists, software engineers, hardware engineers, quantum algorithms researchers, as well as roles in product management, sales, and operations. Candidates can expect to work in a fast‑paced environment, collaborate with top academics and industry partners, and contribute to open‑source projects that push the boundary of quantum advantage. Benefits include competitive equity packages, generous PTO, and access to cutting‑edge research labs.
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Product Designer
Company: IonQ
Location: Baltimore, MD
Posted Aug 02, 2023
IonQ is a leading quantum computing company based in College Park, Maryland, developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer using trapped-ion technology. They are seeking a Product Designer to join their cross-functional team in solving complex problems and building the IonQ Quantum Cloud. IonQ values diversity, equity, and justice, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
System Operator - Quantum Platform (Basel, Switzerland)
Company: IonQ
Location: Remote
Posted Jul 28, 2023
IonQ is a leading company in the field of quantum computing, developing a full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. They are seeking a System Operations Engineer to maintain and improve their quantum computers. The role is remote and offers competitive remuneration, benefits, and the opportunity to work in their offices in College Park, Maryland, Seattle, Washington, and Toronto.
Staff Engineer - Mechanical Systems
Company: IonQ
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Jun 30, 2023
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Principal Software Engineer
Company: IonQ
Location: Remote
Posted Aug 02, 2023
IonQ is a leading company in the development of the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. They are pushing the limits of classical physics and current supercomputing technology to unlock a new era of computing. The company's computers will soon redefine industries like medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more. IonQ is looking for a Principal Software Engineer - Quantum OS to help build their next-generation quantum operating system.
Lab Engineer, R&D
Company: IonQ
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Jul 29, 2023
IonQ is seeking a Lab Engineer - R&D to support its R&D activities in building the world's most powerful quantum computers using trapped-ion technology. The role involves hands-on work in procuring, building, assembling, integrating, and testing hardware systems. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of experience in relevant research environments, with expertise in areas such as UV and visible lasers, optics, ion traps, and UHV/XHV systems. Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills are required. IonQ is committed to fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all, and is actively building teams in Washington D.C., Seattle, Boston, and Toronto metro areas.
Senior Staff Researcher, Languages and Compilers
Company: IonQ
Location: Remote
Posted Aug 03, 2023
IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. They are looking for a Principal Compiler Engineer to build a collaborative team to architect and deliver their next-generation full-stack compiler for their quantum computers. The ideal candidate will have experience leading or contributing to multiple simultaneous product development efforts, projects, and initiatives.
System Operator - Quantum Platform (Munich, Germany)
Company: IonQ
Location: Remote
Posted Jul 27, 2023
IonQ is a leading company in the field of quantum computing, developing full-stack quantum computers based on trapped-ion technology. They are seeking a System Operations Engineer to maintain and improve their quantum computers. The role is remote and offers competitive remuneration, benefits, and the opportunity to work in various geographies.
Senior Principal Researcher, Languages and Compilers
Company: IonQ
Location: Remote
Posted Jun 30, 2023
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Hardware Design Engineer
Company: IonQ
Location: Baltimore, MD
Posted Aug 02, 2023
IonQ is a leading company in the field of quantum computing, developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. They are pushing the boundaries of classical physics and current supercomputing technology to unlock a new era of computing. Their computers have the potential to impact every area of human society for the better, including medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more. IonQ is at the forefront of this technological revolution and is looking for a Hardware Design Engineer to join their team in College Park, MD.
Staff Systems Engineer
Company: IonQ
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Aug 02, 2023
IonQ is developing a powerful quantum computer, pushing the limits of classical physics and supercomputing technology. The company is looking for a Staff System Engineer to design next-generation quantum computers and is committed to equity and justice.
Senior Manager, Resilience Engineering and Operations
Company: IonQ
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted Jul 27, 2023
IonQ is developing a powerful quantum computer, and they're looking for a Senior Manager to manage and scale the team. The role involves maintaining and improving the throughput and performance of their quantum computers, as well as building tools to make it easier to manage them.