Principal Quantum-Safe Networking Architect (Remote)

ionq; United States; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Remote work options

Up to 30% travel

Job summary

IonQ is seeking a Principal Solutions Architect to design enterprise and service-provider networks transitioning to quantum-safe cryptography. This senior, customer-facing role combines reference architecture leadership with standards work, shaping migration playbooks and product direction for quantum-safe networking.

You will lead workshops, craft migration plans, and own the technical thread across complex pursuits, including RFI/RFPs and compliance. Travel up to 30% may be required.

Qualifications

• 15+ years designing and securing large networks in roles like solutions/network/security architect or senior engineer.
• Deep hands-on knowledge of modern network design: routing, switching, IP transport, segmentation, firewalls, VPNs, and Zero Trust.

Responsibilities

• Design quantum-safe target architectures and migration paths for WAN, transport, data center, campus and key management.
• Lead architecture workshops with customer teams and produce executable migration plans.
• Own technical threads in RFIs/RFPs, architecture proposals, and compliance questions with sales.
• Design and run proofs of concept, interoperability tests, and pilots for post‑quantum cryptography in real environments.
• Track NIST PQC standards and IETF work; translate into product requirements and engineering guidance.
• Contribute to external thought leadership (white papers, talks, blogs) and mentor internal teams.

Skills

Enterprise network design

Post-quantum cryptography

CISO engagement

Crypto‑agility

Quantum key distribution

Scripting for PoCs

Public speaking/standards

Multi-vendor network security

Job description

IonQ is seeking a Principal Solutions Architect to design enterprise and service-provider networks transitioning to quantum-safe cryptography. This senior, customer-facing role combines reference architecture leadership with standards work, shaping migration playbooks and product direction for quantum-safe networking.

You will lead workshops, craft migration plans, and own the technical thread across complex pursuits, including RFI/RFPs and compliance. Travel up to 30% may be required.