About the role
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We’re looking for a Senior Scientist in Quantum Applications who will be part of a cross-functional team at IonQ, with a mission to deliver the world’s best quantum solutions on the world’s most powerful trapped-ion quantum computers to solve some of the most complex and impactful problems.
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This role is central to IonQ’s mission to translate quantum computing advances into real-world scientific and commercial impact.
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You will develop end-to-end quantum applications that drive scientific advancement, collaborate with customers and community partners, and support a new landmark initiative with the University of Chicago.
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Develop, implement, and optimize novel quantum algorithms, applications, and end-to-end workflows that will make scientific and commercial impact in areas such as computational chemistry, optimization, and machine learning.
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Work with customers and partners to define and solve problems of real-world interest using IonQ trapped-ion quantum computers.
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Discover innovative solutions, rigorously benchmark their performance, and publish results in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
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Help shape team culture and create a lasting impact by supporting an initiative that delivers new scientific discoveries and innovation.
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Track record of delivering innovative quantum solutions demonstrated through peer-reviewed manuscripts, invited talks, open-source repositories, licenses, publications, and/or patents.
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Demonstrated expertise in Python and/or C++, and experience with Qiskit or similar quantum SDKs.
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Strong foundation in key quantum computing concepts and the ability to articulate deeply technical ideas to diverse audiences, ranging from scientists and engineers to business leaders and community stakeholders.
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6+ years of professional experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Experience being part of a team that finds, defines, and solves problems of real-world interest, with strong collaboration skills and clear technical communication.
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Hands-on expertise developing or optimizing quantum algorithms in areas such as computational chemistry, optimization, and machine learning.
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Demonstrated experience contributing to customer-facing or partner-facing technical engagements, from problem definition through solution delivery.
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Ph.D. in computer science, mathematics, engineering, physics, or a closely related field.
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Experience with variational quantum algorithms and hybrid quantum-classical workloads spanning CPUs, GPUs, and QPUs.
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Experience developing hybrid quantum algorithms for NISQ-era systems as well as early fault-tolerant quantum computers.
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Demonstrated experience with quantum algorithm resource estimation, performance benchmarking, and scaling analysis.
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Proven success working with customers to define and deliver solutions.
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