Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from IonQ
Job overview
The Staff Design Engineer, Metalenses at IonQ leads the design and simulation of optical metasurfaces to advance quantum computing technology.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves developing design pipelines, modeling and optimizing metalenses, performing sensitivity analysis, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving research and device specification efforts.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a base salary range of $123,191 to $161,289 plus bonus, equity, comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans, 401K matching, unlimited PTO, parental leave, legal insurance, internet stipend, and pet insurance.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a Ph.D. in optical or electrical engineering with 8+ years relevant experience, 5+ years in metalens design, programming skills, and familiarity with simulation and raytracing tools; industry experience and CAD skills are preferred.
Career development
IonQ offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge quantum computing technology with cross-functional teams, fostering innovation and professional growth in a pioneering field.
Work environment and culture
IonQ promotes a culture of autonomy, respect, equity, and inclusion, supporting diversity and providing a welcoming and supportive work environment.
Company information
IonQ develops full-stack quantum computers using trapped-ion technology, aiming to revolutionize computing across multiple industries with advanced photonics and quantum technologies.
Team overview
The candidate will join a cross-functional team of engineers and physicists focused on designing and integrating metalenses into quantum computing systems.
Job location and travel
The position is flexible with options for onsite, hybrid, or fully remote work within the US, with offices in College Park, MD, and Bothell, WA, and less than 10% travel.
Unique job features
This role offers the unique opportunity to work on innovative metalens technology within a leading quantum computing company, contributing to groundbreaking photonics and quantum system designs.
Company overview
IonQ is a leading quantum computing company that develops and commercializes quantum computers based on trapped ion technology. They generate revenue through cloud-based quantum computing services, partnerships, and research collaborations. Founded in 2015 by prominent scientists Chris Monroe and Jungsang Kim, IonQ has made significant strides in advancing quantum technology, including achieving industry-first milestones such as the development of highly accurate, scalable quantum systems. Their mission is to make quantum computing accessible and practical for solving complex problems across various industries.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your expertise in optical metalens design, simulation, and optimization, emphasizing your experience with photonics simulation tools like Lumerical, COMSOL, and ray-tracing software such as Zemax or Code V.
Showcase your programming skills in Python or Matlab, your ability to build and maintain scalable simulation workflows, and your experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including physicists and engineers.
Apply through multiple platforms including IonQ's corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other reputable job boards to maximize your application’s visibility.
Connect with IonQ professionals in the photonics, optical engineering, or quantum computing divisions on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent IonQ innovations, asking about their experience working on metalens integration, or expressing enthusiasm for IonQ’s quantum computing mission.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'metalens design,' 'finite-element analysis,' 'photonic simulation,' 'ray-tracing,' 'optical metasurfaces,' and 'cross-functional collaboration' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.
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