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Lead Microwave Research Scientist

IonQ

$141,670 - $185,482
Nov 18, 2025
Boston, MA, US
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IonQ is looking to solve the world's most complex problems by developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology.

Requirements

  • 5 + years of experience fabricating microwave devices
  • PhD in electrical engineering, physics, or a related field
  • Experience leading cross-disciplinary teams within large projects
  • Experience with helping in acquiring independent funding for new initiatives
  • Experience helping with hiring and training new teams for research and development work
  • Knowledge of cryogenic testing and operation
  • Familiarity with architectures for distributed quantum computing, sensing, and networking

Responsibilities

  • Work with architecture teams to turn system-level specifications into component-level specifications and design rules
  • Design microwave circuits taking into account target performance, fabrication capabilities, and interactions with other components
  • Fabricate test devices
  • Own relationships with external vendors to scale up fabrication and testing
  • Work with internal test and measurement teams to ensure devices meet target specifications

Other

  • Less than 10% travel
  • US Person status for export controls and government contracts work
  • U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
  • Degree requirements: PhD in electrical engineering, physics, or a related field
  • Location: onsite at our office located in Boston, MA