Software Engineer – Classical Systems Software

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 software engineer to work on our software control and update framework.  This new custom system is built to manage the many devices inside our cutting-edge quantum computers.  You’ll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to build the world’s best quantum computers to solve the world’s most complex problems.

IonQ Software Control coordinates the activities of many independent systems and facilitates ordered operation of them in relation to each other.  It also provides for software manifest and cross-system continuity and versioning. We’re looking for a software engineer to help us bring the practical aspects of this system to reality.

This role requires working closely with embedded systems engineers, networking and infrastructure staff, hardware engineers, and other software teams at all stages of the software life cycle. The ideal candidate will have professional experience with a systems programming language on embedded systems.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain and improve software components, systems, and features for real-time device control
• Write high-quality, well-tested, production-ready code in C, Rust, Go and other languages.
• Collaborate with an experienced interdisciplinary staff
• Approach problems pragmatically
• Help us continuously improve how we do things

You’d be a good fit with:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
• 2+ years experience in software development in one or more general-purpose programming languages, with knowledge of at least one systems programming language (e.g. C, C++, Rust)
• Experience on embedded hardware
• Sockets programming experience
• Experience with remote software update
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A love of collaborating in an interdisciplinary environment

You’d be a great fit with:

• Experience with VLSI integration of components
• Operating systems programming experience
• Secure boot experience
• Ability to read and use schematics

Location: This role will work onsite at our office located in Bothell, WA.

IonQ’s Software teams are based in our bright, airy offices in College Park, MD and Seattle, WA. While we can be flexible for the right candidate, colocation supports our highly collaborative and interactive work with the hardware teams building the world’s best quantum computers.

The approximate base salary range for this position is $115,692 – $151,471.