Lead Quantum Software Architect

NightDragon Acquisition Corp.; Oxford; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Unlimited PTO

Parental/adoption leave

Home technology stipend

Job summary

IonQ, Inc. is seeking a Principal Software Architect to lead the software architecture for a quantum computer, spanning real-time hardware control to developer APIs. You will shape the architecture, establish standards, and guide cross-functional teams to deliver a scalable software product.

You will mentor technical leads across the UK and US, drive architectural principles, and ensure the roadmap supports next-generation systems while maintaining high-quality and secure software practices.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years in software development with at least 5 in architecture.
• Experience in real-time software systems.
• Proficient in Rust.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document the system software architecture for current and future products.
• Guide multiple teams to evolve scalable architectures.
• Coach technical leads and coordinate with UK/US teams.

Skills

Software architecture

Real-time software development

Rust

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Job description

IonQ, Inc. is seeking a Principal Software Architect to lead the software architecture for a quantum computer, spanning real-time hardware control to developer APIs. You will shape the architecture, establish standards, and guide cross-functional teams to deliver a scalable software product.

You will mentor technical leads across the UK and US, drive architectural principles, and ensure the roadmap supports next-generation systems while maintaining high-quality and secure software practices.