Senior Quantum Field Engineer Bioscience

IonQ; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 262,000 - 344,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quantum computing company in Toronto is seeking a Senior Quantum Field Engineer to drive quantum solutions in bioscience. This role involves engaging with clients, translating business needs into technical applications, and contributing to the development of innovative quantum products. Candidates should possess a strong STEM background, with experience in technical sales and applied Quantum Mechanics. Competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements are included.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the Biosciences industry leading technology initiatives.
• Strong passion for applied Quantum Mechanics, excellent communication skills.
• Hands-on experience with quantum computing SDKs like Qiskit or Cirq.

Responsibilities

• Inspire clients by explaining IonQ’s strategy and answering technical questions.
• Lead client discussions to implement quantum applications in their business.
• Translate client business needs into technical projects collaborating with team.

Skills

Technical sales

Customer interactions

Applied Quantum Mechanics

Proficient in Python

Expert architecture skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science or any STEM field

Master’s or PhD in a STEM field

Tools

Python

Qiskit

Cirq

Jupyter Notebooks

Job description

Senior Quantum Field Engineer - Bioscience

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 Quantum Field Engineer. As a Senior Quantum Field Engineer, you’ll be part of a team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to build the world’s best quantum solutions for the Bioscience vertical and solve the world’s most complex problems. Field Engineering sits at the intersection of customers, markets, products and product teams, algorithms, applications, innovation and strategy – this is the team where ideas become applied and have impact.

Join a nimble team of scientists, engineers, salespeople, marketers, business developers, and product managers to drive an entirely new quantum computing business. We’re seeking versatile engineers and architects skilled in technical sales, technical demos and customer interactions who feel energized to deliver IonQ’s quantum computing products and quantum applications.

Responsibilities

• Inspire prospective clients by explaining IonQ’s strategy, portfolio and answering technical questions about quantum portfolio (compute, network, security, sensing and space) and quantum applications.
• Lead and shepherd client discussions, inspiring them to see how quantum applications can be implemented in their business domain.
• This includes working through business needs and mapping Quantum Algorithms (strong focus on biosciences, but also chemistry and materials, optimization, generative AI, and other domains) into application code and executing Proof‑of‑Concepts together with the IonQ Application team.
• Share insights from clients with the IonQ Product Management and Engineering teams such that client feedback is incorporated into our products.
• Navigate competitive objection handling.
• Translate business needs expressed by our clients into technical work projects in collaboration with other team members.
• Create assets to explain features of our quantum applications and other IonQ quantum products.
• Move dialogs from initial ideation to focused exploration domain through to proof‑of‑concept and ultimately into production workflows.
• Lead client discovery sessions for business‑oriented use cases that uncover potential overlap with the development of useful quantum algorithms, together with the IonQ Application team.
• Partner with marketing, developer relations and business development to grow awareness of IonQ in the world at large.
• Attend industry conferences, as needed, to talk to clients and support our booth activities.
• Some travel is expected in the US (20%) but opportunities for global travel are available as well for client meetings and IonQ conference activities.
• This is a technical customer‑facing role with the appropriate balance of compensation acceleration for success and a base salary to ensure that credibility and technical correctness always comes first.

Qualifications – General

• 5+ years of experience in the Biosciences industry, leading technology initiatives and innovation (or equivalent capacity). The ability to communicate (at the various context‑appropriate levels of depth) and persuade clearly, have strong EQ, and other customer‑facing skills are critical.
• Bachelor’s degree or above in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, or other STEM field, such as Physics or Engineering.
• Motivated learner with a strong passion for applied Quantum Mechanics (computing, network, security, sensing and other domains).

Qualifications – Preferred

• Master’s or PhD in a STEM field, perhaps adjacent to quantum computing. This can enable quicker client trust and confidence.
• 5+ years of experience in a technical customer‑facing role or equivalent capacity. This isn’t a pre‑requisite, but helps in transitioning to customer‑facing roles.
• Hands‑on experience with Qiskit, Cirq or other quantum computing SDK.
• Proficient in Python and Jupyter Notebooks.
• Expert architecture skills across various technologies (“full stack skills”).
• Experience leading technical events.

Location

This position can work onsite or hybrid from one of our offices or fully remote in the US or Canada. Up to 20% travel domestically and globally. Job ID: 1308.

Compensation

The approximate base salary range for this position is $192,979 - $252,659 USD. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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.