IonQ

Senior Photonics Test Engineer

Boston, Massachusetts, United States · Senior · Contract

Work authorization required$127k-$166kDetected 10 hours ago

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About the role

We are looking for a Senior Photonics Test Engineer to join our Quantum Interconnect Division.
In this role, you will be responsible for the characterization and test development of on-chip photonic devices.
The ideal candidate is someone who is a detail-oriented problem solver with strong teamwork skills.

Design, upgrade, and expand the testing infrastructure for characterizing classical integrated photonics devices and components (passive and active) at chip and wafer level scale, utilizing both room-temperature and cryogenic setups.
Develop and perform robust testing procedures for component-level characterization.
Conduct characterization using room-temperature and cryogenic setups and provide data-driven feedback to design engineers to improve component performance.
Collaborate with design, packaging, and system teams to optimize testing features and develop a library of testing structures for platform improvement.

Master or Ph.D. in engineering or related field/discipline or equivalent practical experience.
Programming experience in a general-purpose programming language (like Python, Matlab, etc.) for test automation.
Experience with test instrumentation and methods for characterizing classical integrated photonics devices.
Hands-on experience with room-temperature optical test setups
Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

3+ years of industry experience.
Familiarity with free-space optics and imaging systems.
Hands-on experience with cryogenic optical test setups.
Experience working with laser sources and fiber components.
Strong programming skills for data analysis and experimental automation software, and experience with version control systems such as git.
We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect.
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In 2025, the company achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance.
IonQ is making quantum platforms more accessible and impactful than ever before.

Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available.

will vary based on individual factors such as education, qualifications, and experience of the final candidate(s), specific
Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401(k), unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend.
Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment.
We are committed to equity and justice.
office location, and calibration against relevant market data and internal team equity.

As a Senior Photonics Test Engineer, 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.

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