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# Scientist, Quantum Applications

- **Company:** Ionq, Inc.
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $145,920.0 - $191,047.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Microprocessors, Fault Tolerance, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Open Source Technology, Quantum Computing, Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), Information Technology
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/senior-scientist-quantum-applications-ionq-7714085

## About the Role

* 6+ years of professional experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
 * Demonstrated expertise in Python and/or C++, and experience with Qiskit or similar quantum SDKs
 * Hands-on expertise developing or optimizing quantum algorithms in areas such as computational chemistry, optimization, and machine learning
 * Track record of delivering innovative quantum solutions demonstrated through peer-reviewed manuscripts, invited talks, open-source repositories, licenses, publications, and/or patents
 * Strong foundation in key quantum computing concepts and the ability to articulate deeply technical ideas to diverse audiences, ranging from scientists and engineers to business leaders and community stakeholders
 * Experience being part of a team that finds, defines, and solves problems of real-world interest, with strong collaboration skills and clear technical communication

You'd be a great fit with:

 * Ph.D. in computer science, mathematics, engineering, physics, or a closely related field
 * Demonstrated experience contributing to customer-facing or partner-facing technical engagements, from problem definition through solution delivery
 * Experience with variational quantum algorithms and hybrid quantum-classical workloads spanning CPUs, GPUs, and QPUs
 * Experience developing hybrid quantum algorithms for NISQ-era systems as well as early fault-tolerant quantum computers
 * Demonstrated experience with quantum algorithm resource estimation, performance benchmarking, and scaling analysis
 * Proven success working with customers to define and deliver solutions

## Description

* Develop, implement, and optimize novel quantum algorithms, applications, and end-to-end workflows that will make scientific and commercial impact in areas such as computational chemistry, optimization, and machine learning
 * Work with customers and partners to define and solve problems of real- world interest using IonQ trapped-ion quantum computers
 * Discover innovative solutions, rigorously benchmark their performance, and publish results in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals and conferences
 * Help shape team culture and create a lasting impact by supporting an initiative that delivers new scientific discoveries and innovation


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