Electrical Engineer - Quantum Control

Overview

Staff Electrical Engineer - Quantum Control role Q is developing a leading full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are seeking a Staff Electrical Engineer to join the Quantum Control System team to design and implement electronics and embedded systems enabling quantum control operations and scalable control architectures.

• Perform circuit design, simulation, and testing of low-noise analog and mixed-signal electronics and cabling for applications such as RF waveform generation and laser intensity stabilization
• Create schematics, board layouts; generate drawings, BOMs, and documentation
• Write test procedures, perform board and system testing/debug, document test results
• Analyze existing designs for noise reduction and EMC improvements
• Collaborate with physicists, FPGA, firmware, and software engineers to define requirements and integrate hardware into experimental and production environments

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience with electronics design for high-speed digital, mixed signal applications
• General knowledge of analog/mixed-signal chain (power supplies, voltage references, amplifiers, filters, data converters)

• MS or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Experience designing systems with Zynq Ultrascale+ SoCs or similar platforms
• Comfortable with ADCs, DACs, power management ICs, and high-speed digital interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, USB, LVDS)
• Schematic capture with Altium Designer (preferred), OrCAD, or Allegro
• Programming experience in Python, Go, Rust, or C++
• Excellent debugging and lab skills (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.)
• Perform system integration and validation across multiple hardware generations
• Strong communication skills; able to work with cross-functional teams
• Familiarity with quantum systems, quantum networking, photonic interconnects, and/or control theory

This role is based onsite at IonQ headquarters in College Park, MD or at our Bothell, WA facility.

Occasional, 2-4 times per year

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The approximate base salary range is $123,191 - $161,289. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity. Compensation varies based on factors including location, knowledge, skills, and experience. Details of benefits and participation will be provided with an offer. US benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, home internet stipend, and pet insurance.

IonQ is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, or any other basis protected by law. The role may involve access to export-controlled technology; eligibility for U.S. person status for export controls and government contracts purposes may be required.

If you are interested in joining our mission, we encourage you to apply!