Staff Software Engineer - Developer Tools

IonQ

Bothell, Washington, United States
On-site
Quantum compiler tools and features
High-level technical standards
Scalable and robust interfaces
As a Staff Software Engineer for Developer Tools, you will be responsible for delivering the next generation of quantum compiler tools and features, with the focus of integration into quantum software applications, overall developer experience, documentation and developer tooling

Job Summary

  • As a Staff Software Engineer for Developer Tools, you will be responsible for delivering the next generation of quantum compiler tools and features, with the focus of integration into quantum software applications, overall developer experience, documentation and developer tooling.
  • Your work will involve setting high-level technical standards, mentoring senior engineers and scientists, and providing deep expertise to solve the most challenging problems in quantum compilation, optimization, and hardware interfaces.
  • You will drive the adoption and enhancement of critical, user-facing compiler infrastructure, ensuring our tools are aligned with cutting-edge quantum research (e.g., advanced error mitigation, novel compiler optimization techniques).

Matching Summary

As a Staff Software Engineer for Developer Tools, you will be responsible for delivering the next generation of quantum compiler tools and features, with the focus of integration into quantum software applications, overall developer experience, documentation and developer tooling.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Quantum compiler tools and features
  • High-level technical standards
  • Scalable and robust interfaces
  • Software architecture and design patterns
  • Python and performance-critical systems
  • Quantum computing principles and optimization

Nice-to-have

  • Agentic AI coding tools
  • Continuous improvement in processes
  • Mentoring senior engineers and scientists

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years of professional software engineering experience
  • Technical leadership or architectural role experience
  • Bachelor's degree in CS, Engineering, Physics, or related field
  • Experience in system-level architecture and design
  • Mentorship and elevating technical capabilities

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