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IonQ · 3 months ago

Senior Software Engineering Manager, Runtime

Bothell, Washington, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$187K/yr - $245K/yr

13+ years exp

IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. They are seeking a Senior Software Engineering Manager to lead and grow their Runtime team, which builds and maintains a hybrid classical-quantum computing environment for customers. The role involves providing technical expertise, managing programs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive initiatives to conclusion.

ComputerElectronicsFinanceInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyMobile AppsQuantum ComputingSoftware

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Contribute to our codebase not as the lead developer, but to remain connected to the work your team is doing as a player-coach

Participate in developer forums and events to keep your finger on the pulse of this rapidly evolving field

Provide technical expertise and strong thought leadership in building robust, well-engineered, and scalable software solutions, participating in code reviews and ensuring best practices

Drive functional and technical delivery of key team and org-wide programs/initiatives

Partner with Engineering Managers, Product Managers, and other cross functional partners to define, scope, and drive large programs to conclusion

Develop, implement, and iterate on program management techniques, frameworks, and KPIs to achieve goals with well defined success criteria

Define and produce high quality written proposals, communications and documentation

Create widely circulated plans, driving consistency, clarity and building alignment across teams

Help influence peers / leaders and build consensus while dealing with ambiguity

In your first three months, you’ll be helping hire key staff to scale this function

Qualification

KubernetesContainerizationCloud-native principlesTechnical leadershipQuantum computingMicroservices architectureAPI designProject managementAnalytical skillsTeam managementClient focusCommunication skillsCreativity

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Physics, or related field, or equivalent practical experience

13+ years of professional experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

6+ years of hands-on technical leadership and people management experience

3+ years of experience with Kubernetes and containerization; strong understanding of container orchestration, microservices architecture, and cloud-native principles

Experience with low latency environments (e.g. streaming, trading, high-performance computing)

Experience with hyperscalar cloud platforms and their Kubernetes services

Excellent taste in developer-friendly API design

Knowledge of team management best practices and demonstrated experience building and scaling effective teams that drives a high performance culture in a distributed work environment

Sound project management, analytical skills and ability to establish metrics to measure and drive a high return on investment

Expertise in modern software development practices and tools (e.g., continuous integration and delivery, observability, etc.)

Client focus and the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external partners