Physicist - Resilience Engineering & Operations

IonQ

Boulder, Colorado, United States
Base: $110,336 - $144,459; bonus/equity: included ...
Hybrid with on-site requirements, allowing remote work a few days per week.
Bachelor's or master's degree in physics
Hands on experience with optical alignments
1+ year laboratory experience in atomic physics
IonQ is seeking a Senior System Operations Engineer in Boulder, Colorado, to operate and improve their advanced quantum computers. The role requires a background in physics or related fields, with a strong emphasis on hands-on experience and collaboration within a cross-functional team

Job Summary

  • The role involves operating bleeding-edge trapped ion quantum computers as part of a cross-functional team dedicated to system performance.
  • Candidates will participate in follow-the-sun on-call rotations and conduct regular hardware maintenance to ensure commercial and development systems run at peak efficiency.
  • IonQ offers a comprehensive benefits package including unlimited PTO, matching 401K, parental leave, and a home technology stipend alongside competitive equity and bonus structures.

Matching Summary

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IonQ is seeking a Senior System Operations Engineer in Boulder, Colorado, to operate and improve their advanced quantum computers. The role requires a background in physics or related fields, with a strong emphasis on hands-on experience and collaboration within a cross-functional team.

Salary

Base: $110,336 - $144,459; Bonus/Equity: Included in total compensation package; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401K match, unlimited PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in physics
  • Hands on experience with optical alignments
  • 1+ year laboratory experience in atomic physics
  • Formal training or education in statistics
  • Willingness to work flexible 24/7 oncall shifts

Nice-to-have

  • Desire to learn emerging technologies
  • Experience with Javascript or Python programming
  • Background in data analysis or machine learning
  • Collaborative mindset for distributed teams
  • Software engineering experience preferred

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in physics or engineering
  • 1+ year laboratory experience in atomic and/or optical physics
  • Formal training or education in statistics
  • US Person status required for export control compliance

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, refugee, or granted asylum

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