IonQ · 4 hours ago
Senior Quantum Field Engineer - Bioscience
College Park, MD
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$193K/yr - $253K/yr
5+ years expIonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are looking for a Senior Quantum Field Engineer to lead the development of quantum solutions for the Bioscience vertical and engage with clients to implement quantum applications in their business domains.
ComputerElectronicsFinanceInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyMobile AppsQuantum ComputingSoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
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
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 (strong focus on biosciences, but also chemistry and materials, optimization, generative AI, and other domains) into application code and executing Proof-of-Concepts together with the IonQ Application team
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 the 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, to talk to clients and support our booth activities
Some travel is expected in the US (20%) but opportunities for global travel are available as well for client meetings 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
5+ years of experience in the Biosciences industry, leading technology initiatives and innovation (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
Bachelor's degree or above in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, or other STEM field, such as Physics or Engineering
Motivated learner with a strong passion for applied Quantum Mechanics (computing, network, security, sensing and other domains)
Preferred
Master's or PhD in a STEM field, perhaps adjacent to quantum computing
5+ years of experience in a technical customer-facing role or equivalent capacity
Hands-on experience with Qiskit, Cirq or other quantum computing SDK
Proficient in Python and Jupyter Notebooks
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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