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 Senior Product Manager to support our production of quantum computing systems. As a member of the product management organization, 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.
As the Production Systems PM, you’ll advocate for our customers and their experience with our products using data-driven analysis. You’ll work closely with our operations, production engineering, systems engineering, quality management, and platform teams to identify improvements in how our systems operate that deliver quantifiable value, and you’ll lead collaborative efforts to make sure those improvements are implemented as intended in current and future systems. In addition to your day-to-day focus on our production systems, you will play a vital part in shaping priorities for developing the next generation of our enterprise-grade quantum computers, creating a critical feedback loop between present issues and future designs. While prior experience with quantum computing is a plus, your ability to learn quickly and make sense of complex technologies will be key in this role.
Responsibilities:
- Immerse yourself in IonQ’s unique flavor of quantum computing (hardware and software), its advantages, and overall considerations.
- Collaborate with the marketing and sales team to understand the expressed needs of IonQ's existing and potential customers, and establish your own direct relationships to form your own independent point of view.
- Identify and understand how our production quantum computing systems generate value for our customers and our business.
- Establish and track metrics and leading indicators tied to that value.
- Verify that we are delivering value as intended and provide the data necessary to prioritize any operational tradeoffs that may be needed over time.
- Represent the voice of IonQ’s customers in internal discussions.
You’d be a good fit with:
- 4+ years of product management or technical operations experience, including launched product support.
- Track record of data-driven analysis and using quantitative decision frameworks.
- Comfort dealing with advanced technologies, even if you have knowledge gaps, while collaborating with a broad range of engineering experts and scientists to improve your understanding.
- The ability to synthesize data and opinions into clear written reports/memos about complex topics to represent the voice of the customer at IonQ.
- Can organize insights and priorities despite ambiguity and collaborate with a broad team to understand and adopt your recommendations.
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as physics, computer science, or engineering.
You’d be a great fit with:
- Experience working in the quantum computing industry or using quantum computers in another industry (hands-on experience developing basic quantum circuits).
- Experience managing hardware products located in enterprise-grade or high-performance data centers.
- History of independent, primary analysis of raw streams of product/operational data (e.g., via SQL) and the ability to turn that data into actionable insights with broad organizational alignment (both technical and non-technical audiences).
- Master’s degree or higher in a technical field such as physics, computer science, or engineering and/or an MBA.
Location: This position can be remote or hybrid from one of our offices in College Park, MD, or Bothell, WA.
The approximate salary range for this position is $123,191- $161,289.
The base pay component of the offer will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Posted figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Beyond base pay, total compensation includes a variable bonus and equity component, as well as a range of benefit options found on our site at ionq.co/jobs. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO plus paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, a home internet stipend, and pet insurance!
IonQ's HQ is located in College Park, Maryland which is only a 15-minute metro ride from Washington DC. We are actively building out our recently opened manufacturing and production facility in the Seattle, Washington area. Depending on the position, you may be required to be located near one of our offices in College Park, Seattle, or Toronto. However, IonQ will be expanding 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.
If you are interested in being a part of our team and mission, we encourage you to apply!
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Quantum computers are a revolutionizing technology — they have the potential to transform business, society, and the planet for the better, and IonQ is at the forefront of this revolution.
After over 25 years of academic research, IonQ was founded in 2015 by Chris Monroe and Jungsang Kim with $2 million in seed funding from New Enterprise Associates, a license to core technology from the University of Maryland and Duke University, and the goal of taking trapped ion quantum computing out of the lab and into the market. In the following three years, we raised an additional $20 million from GV, Amazon Web Services, and NEA, and built two of the world’s most accurate quantum computers.
In 2019, we raised another $55 million in a round led by Samsung and Mubadala, and announced partnerships with Microsoft and Amazon Web Services to make our quantum computers available via the cloud.
In 2020 and 2021, we built additional generations of high performance quantum hardware, added Google Cloud Marketplace to our cloud partner roster and announced a series of collaborations and business partnerships with leading academic and commercial institutions.
On October 1st, 2021, IonQ began trading as IONQ on the New York Stock Exchange, making it the world's first public pure-play quantum computing company. We remain hard at work realizing the world-changing potential of quantum computing.
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