Remote Staff Scientist, Quantum Applications

NightDragon Acquisition Corp.; United States; Remote; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

IonQ, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Staff Scientist in Quantum Applications to join a cross‑functional team delivering world‑leading quantum solutions on trapped‑ion computers.

You will develop end‑to‑end quantum applications that translate advances into real‑world impact, collaborating with customers and partners and supporting a landmark university collaboration. The role focuses on novel quantum algorithms, working with customers to solve real‑world problems in chemistry,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or similar STEM domain.
• Ph.D. in computer science, mathematics, engineering, physics, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize novel quantum algorithms, applications, and end‑to‑end workflows that will make scientific and commercial impact.
• Work with customers and partners to define and solve problems of real‑world interest using IonQ trapped‑ion quantum computers
• Discover innovative solutions, benchmark performance, and publish results in high‑impact journals and conferences
• Help shape team culture and create lasting impact by supporting new scientific discoveries and innovation

Skills

Python

C++

Qiskit

Quantum algorithms

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or similar STEM domain

Ph.D. in computer science, mathematics, engineering, physics, or a closely related field

Tools

Qiskit

Job description

IonQ, Inc. in the United States is seeking a Staff Scientist in Quantum Applications to join a cross‑functional team delivering world‑leading quantum solutions on trapped‑ion computers.

You will develop end‑to‑end quantum applications that translate advances into real‑world impact, collaborating with customers and partners and supporting a landmark university collaboration. The role focuses on novel quantum algorithms, working with customers to solve real‑world problems in chemistry,