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 Software Engineer to join our small but effective compiler engineering team. As a Senior Software Engineer on the compiler team, you’ll be part of a customer-obsessed, cross-organizational and 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. You will be critical to the company’s success, delivering results with measurable impact.
As part of the compiler engineering team, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining ahead-of-time (AOT) and just-in-time (JIT) compilations for quantum computing, including quantum machine learning and quantum chemistry.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain and improve our quantum compiler stack; we’re a small team and we count on each other to run with projects independently.
- Perform R&D to support new hardware platforms, programming paradigms, and software tooling to enable optimal performance for quantum computing workloads.
- Deliver world-class quantum circuit optimizations with compiler innovations and efficient execution of those innovations; convert abstract descriptions of algorithms into efficient and understandable software implementations.
- Help the industry define programming models, algorithms, and intermediate representations for quantum computing.
- Interpret and communicate complex concepts to the wider team.
- Collaborate with an experienced interdisciplinary staff.
- Participate in design and code reviews.
- Approach problems pragmatically.
- Help us continuously improve how we do things.
The ideal candidate will show potential for: leading and contributing to multiple simultaneous development efforts, projects, and initiatives; balancing technical expertise and savvy with strong business judgment to make great technology decisions; striving for simplicity and demonstrating creativity and incisive judgment.
You’d be a good fit with:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Math, or a related field; non-traditional backgrounds are welcome.
- 6+ years of development experience in compiler optimization for various architectures.
- Strong knowledge of Python and a systems programming language such as C++/Rust, or a highly-productive language like OCaml; and a strong math background, especially linear algebra.
- Experience with algorithm design and development; benchmarking and performance-oriented optimizations.
- Strong focus on testing and software quality.
You’d be a great fit with:
- An Advanced degree in Computer Science, Math, or a related field; non-traditional backgrounds are welcome.
- Experience developing projects using MLIR/LLVM and/or Qiskit, Cirq, or the like.
- Understanding of advanced compiler optimization techniques.
- Education or training in quantum computing and/or quantum information science (such as work experience, coursework, thesis, or peer-reviewed publications).
- Experience developing toolkits, compilers, or runtime environments for heterogeneous architectures.
Location:
This position is located in our newest facility in Bothell, WA. We are open to hybrid and remote options for the right candidate.
The salary range for this position is $153,003 - $200,321.
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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We’re growing a passionate, diverse team of collaborative, creative people. We believe in pursuing innovative, challenging work with integrity, alongside team members we can learn from and grow with.
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