IonQ · 18 hours ago
Senior Quantum Field Engineer - Algorithm and Application Specialist
College Park, MD
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$193K/yr - $253K/yr
10+ years expIonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. They are seeking a Quantum Field Engineer to lead discussions with clients on implementing quantum applications and to collaborate with various teams to develop and deliver quantum solutions.
Quantum ComputingFinanceElectronicsSoftwareAppsInformation TechnologyComputerInformation ServicesMobile Apps
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and shepherd client discussions, inspiring them to see how quantum applications can be implemented in their business domain
This includes working through business needs and mapping Quantum Algorithms (financial services, bioscience, chemistry and materials, optimization, generative AI, and other domains) into application code and executing Proof-of-Concepts together with the IonQ Application team
Inspire prospective clients by explaining IonQ's strategy, portfolio and answering technical questions about quantum portfolio (compute, network, security, sensing and space) and quantum applications
When possible and applicable rotate into the Application team where development of new algorithmic intellectual property is developed
Share insights from clients with the IonQ Product Management and Engineering teams such that client feedback is incorporated into our products
Navigate competitive objection handling
Translate business needs expressed by our clients into technical work projects in collaboration with other team members
Create assets to explain features of our quantum applications and other IonQ quantum products
Move dialogs from initial ideation to focused exploration domain through to proof-of-concept and ultimately into production workflows
Lead client discovery sessions for business oriented use cases that uncover potential overlap with development of useful quantum algorithms together with the IonQ Application team
Partner with marketing, developer relations and business development to grow awareness of IonQ in the world at large
Attend industry conferences as needed
Some travel expected in the US (20%) but opportunities for global travel are available as well for client meeting and IonQ conference activities
This is a technical customer-facing role with the appropriate balance of compensation acceleration for success and a base salary to ensure that credibility and technical correctness always comes first
Qualification
Required
10+ years of professional experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Masters or PhD in with a focus on Quantum Computing, Algorithms and Applications, Complexity Theory
Hands-on experience with Qiskit, Cirq, Classiq or other quantum computing SDKs
Broad published research and other vehicles for increased impact radius
Preferred
Time on the customer side in various verticals included leadership roles - this provides customer empathy
Some experience in technical customer-facing roles or equivalent capacity
The ability to communicate (at the various context-appropriate levels of depth) and persuade clearly, have strong EQ, and other customer facing skills are critical
Expert architecture skills across various technologies ('full stack skills')
Experience leading technical events
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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