IonQ · 22 hours ago
Photonics Packaging Engineer
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$110K/yr - $144K/yr
3+ years expIonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. The Photonics Packaging Engineer will be part of a cross-functional team responsible for supporting the development and implementation of fiber-packaged integrated photonic devices to facilitate the production of deployable quantum devices at scale.
ComputerElectronicsFinanceInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyMobile AppsQuantum ComputingSoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform various fiber coupling measurements to validate device performance
Develop, optimize and increase the capacity of fiber packaging process with a focus on process yield and throughput
Work with internal test and measurement teams to benchmark performance of packaged quantum devices in cryogenic environments
Establish and maintain relationships with external vendors to facilitate scaling of packaging process
Qualification
Required
Undergraduate degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, optics or a related field
3+ years of industry experience working with active alignment systems, fiber optics and integrated photonic devices
Hands-on experience performing nanofabrication and optical packaging tasks
Preferred
Dedicated experience with fiber packaging process development, fiber alignment, photonic design and/or optical adhesives
Experience developing a process on automated assembly systems
Experience designing, building, and using optical testing infrastructure
Experience with fabrication processes and design constraints for nanostructures
Knowledge of cryogenic testing and operation
Familiarity with nanophotonic device modeling and CAD software is a plus
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
Recent News
The Motley Fool
2026-01-23
2026-01-23
The Motley Fool
2026-01-23
Company data provided by crunchbase