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IonQ · 1 day ago

Principal Researcher, Quantum Error Correction

positionCollege Park, MD
timeContract
remoteHybrid
seniorityLead/Staff
money$187K/yr - $245K/yr
date15+ years exp

IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. As a QEC researcher, you'll contribute to the design of IonQ's fault-tolerant quantum computer by conducting research in quantum error correction and leading the development of quantum error correction codes and decoders.

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Responsibilities

Contribute to the design of core components of our fault-tolerant quantum computer architecture such as quantum error correction protocols, logical operations or decoders
Contribute to the development of the simulation tools of the quantum error correction team
Contribute to research papers
Collaborate with team members with different areas of expertise and experiences

Qualification

Quantum error correctionFault-tolerant quantum computingQEC simulationPhD in quantum computingMathematical backgroundPublicationsCommunication skills

Required

15 years of research experience
PhD in quantum computing in math / physics/ CS or related field
Strong expertise with QEC simulation, physics simulation, Stim, Monte-Carlo simulations

Preferred

Strong publications and conference talks in quantum error correction
Delivered quantum error correction, logical operations and decoders
Solid mathematical background in linear algebra, finite fields, probability theory, graph theory and standard techniques used in quantum computing
Strong expertise with QEC simulation, physics simulation, Stim, Monte-Carlo simulations
Ability to communicate from community to business to PhD level

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

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IONQ offers enterprise-grade quantum systems designed for businesses seeking to harness the power of quantum computing in their operations.
dateFounded in 2015
location
College Park, Maryland, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://ionq.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.8B
Key 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

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Marco Pistoia
CEO, IonQ Italia
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Niccolo de Masi
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
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