About the job
IonQ is at the forefront of developing the most powerful full-stack quantum computer utilizing trapped-ion technology. By transcending the boundaries of classical physics and current supercomputing capabilities, we aim to usher in a groundbreaking era of computing. Our quantum computers are poised to revolutionize various sectors including healthcare, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cryptography, thereby enhancing every facet of human society.
We are in search of a Senior Staff Software Engineer to join our Automation & Calibration Team. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with a dynamic cross-functional team dedicated to ensuring that IonQ’s fleet of quantum computers and demonstration systems operate autonomously at peak performance. Your contributions will directly facilitate the rapid resolution of the world’s most intricate challenges.
Your expertise in control theory, hardware device management, and teamwork with scientists will be invaluable in enhancing the quality and efficiency of our quantum systems. Experience in data analysis and statistical methodologies will also be advantageous.
We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds. Whether you are a software engineer with a budding enthusiasm for quantum technology or a quantum researcher with robust software engineering skills eager to delve into engineering, we are excited to see a mix of practical experience and strategic insight.

