IonQ
Quantum Computing
StaffEngineer-Electrical
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.
“Staff Engineer- Electrical at IonQ. Skills: Electrical architecture, PCB development, Mixed-signal design, RF circuit design. Lead electrical architecture. Own PCB development cycle”
Industry & Context.
Creative problem-solving; Troubleshooting
Up to 5% travel, U.S. export control compliance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 8-12 years of experience, Master's degree with 8+ years of experience, 5 years PCBA design experience, U. S. citizen or national, U. S. permanent resident, Lawfully admitted into the U. S. as refugee or granted asylum
Nice to Have
Advanced expertise in Altium Designer, Experience designing RF circuits, Experience integrating electronics with lasers, Knowledge of thermal analysis, Foundational ASIC skills
What You'll Do.
Lead electrical architecture
Own PCB development cycle
Coordinate fabrication
Serve as technical guide
Conduct design reviews
Establish development best practices
Partner with physicists
Translate system requirements
Assist with board bring-up
Develop test procedures
Optimize boards for yield
Enhance instrument performance
Maintain design records
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Physicists and engineers
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication
Process & Methodology
ECOs
Full Job Description
About IonQ: IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world’s leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering integrated quantum solutions across computing, networking, sensing, and security. IonQ’s newest generation of quantum computers, the IonQ Tempo, is the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners including Amazon Web Services, and AstraZeneca achieve 20x performance results and accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. In 2025, the company achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance. Headquartered in College Park, Maryland, IonQ has operations in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Tennessee, Washington, Italy, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Our quantum computing services are available through all major cloud providers, while we also meet the needs of networking and sensing customers across land, sea, air, and space. IonQ is making quantum platforms more accessible and impactful than ever before. About Vector Atomic Vector Atomic, an IonQ company, is building quantum technology to transform navigation, timing, geophysical exploration, and telecommunications. Our team of engineers, scientists, software developers, and operations professionals works together to solve complex challenges and turn bold ideas into real-world solutions. We value collaboration, curiosity, and diverse perspectives, and we give every team member the opportunity to make an immediate impact while growing their skills. If you’re excited to work on breakthrough technology in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, we’d love to hear from you. Location: This role is based onsite at our office in Pleasanton, CA. Travel: Up to 5% Job ID: 1644 The Role As a Staff Engineer - Electrical, you will be a cornerstone of our multidisciplinary engineering team, leading the design and development of
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