Lead Physicist - Quantum Computer Integration

IonQ•Bothell, WA

1d•$169,437 - $221,837•Onsite

About The Position

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 Lead Physicist to join our Product Engineering System Integration team whose main task is to commission, calibrate and validate quantum control operations and automated quantum algorithm retrieval and execution by our quantum computers. As a member of the System Integration Team, 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. You’ll work closely with the test and build teams to perform system level optical, mechanical and electrical integration and optimization tasks. You will work closely with optical and mechanical engineers to develop and integrate tooling and processes to optimize your work. You will work with technical leaders across the organization to identify and eliminate pain points and help inform future system design to support faster system commissioning. You have the ability to work primarily from the office and travel to support remote builds.

Requirements

Master’s or PhD degree in optical engineering, electrical engineering, applied physics or a related field
10+ years of experience in quantum control or sensing preferably of trapped ions or neutral atoms
Experience with either javascript or python programming.
Strong desire to be hands-on, with ability to spend the majority of your time working on hardware and systems with the team and being involved at all levels of detail.
Experience leading teams on complex development projects

Nice To Haves

Experience aligning and characterizing diffraction limited optical systems and interferometers
15+ years of experience leading full-lifecycle development of complex optical systems and experiments.
Experience with concepts and methods of manufacturing and testing of complex software-controlled optomechanical systems
Experience working with ion traps or ultra-cold neutral atoms, ultra-high vacuum, and cryogenic systems.

Responsibilities

Serve as a technical lead on the Product Engineering team for test, integration and commissioning of the quantum computers.
Build the tools and processes and documentation to expedite validation and verification of current and future products
Contribute to the system design, modeling, assembly, and characterization of a trapped ion quantum computer
Measure and analyze data on the performance of a trapped ion quantum computer
Use holistic system knowledge and data to identify root cause functional and performance deficiencies and work with different subsystem engineering teams to remediate and improve overall system excellence.