IonQ · 14 hours ago
Senior People Business Partner Director
College Park, Maryland, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$170K/yr - $222K/yr
15+ years expIonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are seeking a Senior People Business Partner Director to serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, driving people strategies that enable mission-critical outcomes and support the development of quantum technology.
ComputerElectronicsFinanceInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyMobile AppsQuantum ComputingSoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as a senior advisor to Federal and CIO leadership, aligning people strategy with business, mission, and technology objectives
Translate business strategies into actionable workforce, talent, and organizational plans
Provide data-driven insights and recommendations on workforce health, capability gaps, and succession risk
Lead complex organizational design and transformation initiatives, including restructures, scaling teams, and operating model evolution
Partner with leaders to drive change management for technology modernization, digital transformation, and compliance-driven initiatives
Coach senior leaders on organizational dynamics, decision-making, and leadership effectiveness
Partner with Talent Acquisition and leadership on workforce planning for cleared, technical, and mission-critical roles
Advise on talent strategies, including succession planning, leadership development, performance management, and retention
Support the development of high-performing technical and program teams
Provide guidance on employee relations matters, performance issues, investigations, and corrective actions, ensuring consistency and legal compliance
Navigate federal labor requirements, security clearance considerations, and contractual obligations
Partner with Legal and Security teams as needed
Qualification
Required
15+ years of progressive HR experience, including senior or principal-level HR Business Partner roles
Demonstrated experience supporting technology organizations (e.g., CIO, engineering, IT, cybersecurity)
Experience working with federal or highly regulated environments (government contracting, public sector, or similar)
Strong expertise in organizational design, workforce planning, and executive coaching
Knowledge of employment law, employee relations, and compliance considerations
Proven ability to influence and partner with senior executives
Bachelor's degree
Ability to operate in ambiguity and complexity
Strategic and systems thinking
Executive presence and credibility
Change leadership
Data-driven decision-making
High judgment and discretion
Preferred
Experience supporting cleared populations or federal contracts
Familiarity with federal compliance requirements (e.g., OFCCP, FAR/DFARS, EEO)
Experience supporting large-scale digital or technology transformation initiatives
Advanced degree or HR certification (e.g., SPHR)
Has clearance
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Matching 401K
Unlimited PTO and paid holidays
Parental/adoption leave
Legal insurance
A home internet stipend
Pet insurance
Company
IonQ
IONQ offers enterprise-grade quantum systems designed for businesses seeking to harness the power of quantum computing in their operations.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.8BKey Investors
Heights Capital ManagementSamsung Catalyst FundCambium Capital Partners
2025-10-10Post Ipo Equity· $2B
2025-07-07Post Ipo Equity· $1B
2025-03-10Post Ipo Equity· $372.6M
Leadership Team
Marco Pistoia
CEO, IonQ Italia
Niccolo de Masi
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
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