Senior Optical Test Setup Engineer Boston, Massachusetts, United States

IonQ; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,336 - 144,459; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Matching 401(k)

Parental/adoption leave

Legal insurance

Home technology stipend

Job summary

IonQ is seeking a Senior Optical Test Setup Engineer based in Boston, MA. The role focuses on developing and expanding optical testing infrastructure for on-chip optical devices at both room temperature and cryogenic conditions. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of experience in optical spectroscopy, along with a Master's or Ph.D. in a related field.

This position offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $110,336 - $144,459 and extensive benefits such as medical, dental, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in optical spectroscopy or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience with test instrumentation and methods for room-temperature optical setups.
• Familiarity with free-space optics and imaging systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and expand the testing infrastructure for characterizing photonics devices.
• Develop testing procedures for component-level characterization.
• Automate the test pipeline and maintain high-quality, scalable flows.
• Collaborate with teams to optimize testing features for platform improvement.

Skills

Optical spectroscopy

Programming in Python or MATLAB

Data processing and visualization

Experience with laser sources and fiber components

Education

Master or Ph.D. in engineering, physics, or related field

Job description

Job Overview

Location: Boston, MA (on-site). Travel: Less than 10%.

IonQ is a leading quantum platform provider. We are seeking a Senior Optical Test Setup Engineer for our Quantum Interconnect Division, responsible for developing and expanding the optical testing infrastructure that characterizes on‑chip optical devices at room temperature and cryogenic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Design, upgrade, and expand the testing infrastructure for characterizing classical and quantum integrated photonics devices and components (passive and active) at chip and wafer level scales.
• Develop and document robust testing procedures for component‑level characterization.
• Automate the test pipeline, including instrument setup, data acquisition, and analysis, maintaining high‑quality, scalable flows.
• Collaborate with design, packaging, and system teams to optimize testing features and develop a library of test flows for platform improvement.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience in optical spectroscopy, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master or Ph.D. in engineering, physics, or a related field/discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with test instrumentation and methods for room‑temperature optical test setups.
• Strong data processing, visualization, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with free‑space optics and imaging systems.
• Experience working with laser sources and fiber components.
• Programming experience in a general‑purpose language (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for test automation.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of design and characterization experience of classical integrated photonics devices.
• Hands‑on experience with cryogenic optical test setups.
• Hands‑on experience with characterizing integrated photonics devices.

Salary & Benefits

The approximate base salary range for this position is $110,336 - $144,459. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefit options including medical, dental, vision plans, matching 401(k), unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend. Details will be provided upon offer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to eliminate barriers. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. 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.