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 seeking a highly skilled and innovative Associate Fabrication Engineer to join our cross-functional team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in designing, fabricating, and optimizing our cutting-edge quantum interconnect platform, a critical component for scalable, distributed trapped-ion quantum computing systems. Your work will directly impact the development of a photonics interconnect technology that is essential to our mission of building the world's best quantum computers.
Responsibilities:
- Implement the optimization of fabrication recipes for nanophotonic devices, leveraging state-of-the-art e-beam and direct-write lithography techniques across various substrates.
- Establish metrology monitors and statistical process control for lithography and other critical fabrication processes, ensuring precision and reliability.
- Modify designs and procedures based on feedback from our design and measurement teams
- Work collaboratively within a dynamic, interdisciplinary team, contributing to a shared vision of technological advancement.
You'd be a good fit with:
- Undergraduate Degree in physics, engineering or related field/discipline
- 1+ years of hands-on experience in the fabrication, design, simulation, and optimization of nanostructured devices, including expertise in lithography, dry and wet etching, annealing, chemical vapor deposition, and physical vapor deposition
- Demonstrated experience with simulation tools for nanostructured device design (e.g., Lumerical, COMSOL, Flexcompute, or similar).
- Proficiency in data processing, visualization, and organization.
- Familiarity with fabrication processes and design constraints for nanostructures.
You'd be a great fit with:
- 3+ years of dedicated experience in nanophotonics design and characterization.
- 1+ years of industry experience
- Experience designing, building, and using optical testing infrastructure, including automated testing systems
Location: This role works onsite from our Boston, MA office.
Travel: Less than 10%
Job ID: 1219
The approximate base salary range for this position is $81,000 - $106,050. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.
Compensation will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Beyond base salary, total compensation includes a variable bonus and equity component and a range of benefit options found on our career site at ionq.co/jobs. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment. Our US benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, a home internet stipend, and pet insurance!
IonQ's HQ is located in College Park, Maryland, just outside of Washington DC. We are actively building out our recently opened manufacturing and production facility in Bothell, WA (near Seattle). Depending on the position, you may be required to be near one of our offices in College Park, Seattle, Toronto, Canada, and Basel, Switzerland. However, IonQ will expand into additional domestic and international geographies, so don't let this stop you from applying!
At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued.
We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
US Technical Jobs. The position you are applying for will require access to technology that is subject to U.S. export control and government contract restrictions. Employment with IonQ is contingent on either verifying "U.S. Person" (e.g., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum) status for export controls and government contracts work, obtaining any necessary license, and/or confirming the availability of a license exception under U.S. export controls. Please note that in the absence of confirming you are a U.S. Person for export control and government contracts work purposes, IonQ may choose not to apply for a license or decline to use a license exception (if available) for you to access export-controlled technology that may require authorization, and similarly, you may not qualify for government contracts work that requires U.S. Persons, and IonQ may decline to proceed with your application on those bases alone. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law.
US Non-Technical Jobs. Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law.
If you are interested in being a part of our team and mission, we encourage you to apply!
