Senior Fabrication Research Scientist

IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are pushing past the limits of classical physics and current supercomputing technology to unlock a new era of computing. Quantum computing has the potential to impact every area of human society for the better. IonQ’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. 

We are looking for a Senior Fabrication Research Scientist. As a Senior Fabrication Research Scientist, you’ll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to build the world’s best quantum computers to solve the world’s most complex problems. 

In this role, you will design, fabricate, and test optical circuits for optical interfaces to qubits. You will develop integration techniques for combining optical and electronic devices that optimize for system-level performance. You will lead efforts to fabricate and test these devices at foundry scale. 

Responsibilities: 

• Work with architecture teams to turn system-level specifications into component-level specifications and design rules 
• Design optical circuits taking into account target performance, fabrication capabilities, and interactions with other components 
• Fabricate test devices in a user facility 
• Build relationships with external vendors to scale up fabrication and testing
• Partner with internal test and measurement teams to ensure devices meet target specifications 

You’d be a good fit with: 

• 5 + years of experience fabricating optical or quantum devices 
• A PhD in electrical engineering, physics, or a related field 
• Experience leading cross-disciplinary teams within large projects 

You’d be a great fit with: 

• Experience hiring and training new teams for research and development work
• Knowledge of cryogenic testing and operation 
• Familiarity with architectures for distributed quantum computing, sensing, and networking 

Location: Onsite - Boston MA
Travel: Less than 10% travel
Job ID:  1218

The approximate base salary range for this position is $123,191 - $161,289. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.

Compensation will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Beyond base salary, total compensation includes a variable bonus and equity component and a range of benefit options found on our career site at ionq.co/jobs.  Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment. Our US benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, a home internet stipend, and pet insurance! 

IonQ's HQ is located in College Park, Maryland, just outside of Washington DC. We are actively building out our recently opened manufacturing and production facility in Bothell, WA (near Seattle). Depending on the position, you may be required to be near one of our offices in College Park, Seattle, Toronto, Canada, and Basel, Switzerland. However, IonQ will expand into additional domestic and international geographies, so don’t let this stop you from applying!
 
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US Technical Jobs. The position you are applying for will require access to technology that is subject to U.S. export control and government contract restrictions.  Employment with IonQ is contingent on either verifying “U.S. Person” (e.g., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. p