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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Engineer, Optical
Company: IonQ
Location: Baltimore, MD
Posted Dec 14, 2022
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 aims to redefine industries like medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more. IonQ is seeking an Optical Engineer to join their cross-functional team in building the world's best quantum computers to solve complex problems.
Principal Software Engineer, Compiler
Company: IonQ
Location: Remote
Posted Oct 21, 2022
IonQ is developing a powerful full-stack quantum computer, pushing the limits of classical physics and supercomputing technology. The company is looking for a Principal Compiler Engineer to build a collaborative team to architect and deliver a next-generation full-stack compiler for their quantum computers.
Internship, Summer 2023
Company: IonQ
Location: Remote
Posted Nov 11, 2022
IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. They are looking for summer interns for 2023 to work with various teams across the company. The internships are 10 weeks in duration, from June 12th to August 14th. The company is open to internship requests from graduate students with specific training in physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, systems engineering, data science, and/or computer science/engineering. They are looking for someone who is deeply interested in quantum computing and associated technologies, ready to tackle challenging problems with an innovative mindset, and someone who enjoys working in a team to achieve specific and complex goals.
Director of Manufacturing
Company: IonQ
Location: Seattle WA
Posted Dec 19, 2022
IonQ is developing a powerful quantum computer and is looking for a Manufacturing Director to lead the production and data center operations in Seattle. The company is committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive and is an equal opportunity employer.
Product Manager, Quantum Applications
Company: IonQ
Location: Remote
Posted Nov 15, 2022
IonQ is developing a powerful full-stack quantum computer, aiming to unlock a new era of computing. They are looking for a Product Manager to help define the future of applications in this new quantum era.
Staff Software Engineer, Subsystem Integration and Testing
Company: IonQ
Location: Baltimore, MD
Posted Dec 13, 2022
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 at the forefront of this technological revolution and is looking for a Subsystem Integration and Test Automation Engineer to help integrate and validate the reprogrammable subsystems of their quantum computers.
System Operator
Company: IonQ
Location: Baltimore, MD
Posted Dec 13, 2022
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 company values diversity, equity, and justice, and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Senior Manager, Software Engineering, Automation & Calibration
Company: IonQ
Location: Baltimore, MD
Posted Dec 13, 2022
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 aims to impact every area of human society for the better, with applications in medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more. IonQ is at the forefront of the technological revolution and is looking for a Senior Software Engineering Manager to lead the team responsible for building the software routines and tools for the bringup, calibration, and automation of all of their quantum computers.
Senior Manager, Infrastructure
Company: IonQ
Location: Remote
Posted Nov 11, 2022
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 seeking an engineering manager to lead their infrastructure team and help build their quantum cloud services and commercial quantum computers.
Staff Infrastructure Engineer, Security
Company: IonQ
Location: Remote
Posted Oct 07, 2022
IonQ is developing a powerful quantum computer and is looking for a Staff Infrastructure Engineer to help build and maintain their infrastructure and security plans.
Staff Software Engineer, Machine Learning Data
Company: IonQ
Location: Remote
Posted Nov 01, 2022
IonQ is developing a powerful quantum computer, seeking a Staff Machine Learning Data Engineer to build scalable data pipelines and lead the development of their data and Machine Learning platform.
Lead Frontend Engineer
Company: IonQ
Location: Remote
Posted Oct 07, 2022
IonQ is developing a powerful quantum computer to solve complex problems. The company is looking for frontend engineers to help program and control the computers.