Simulation Physicist at IonQ

Department: Compute

Compensation

$110,336 – $144,459/yr

Location: Boulder, Colorado
Type: Full-time
Level: senior
Posted: Mar 16, 2026

Description

IonQ is hiring a Simulation Physicist for its Ion Transport and Waveform Design team to develop control schemes and waveforms for ion transport, simulate ion-chain physics in RF Paul traps, and collaborate with experimental, commercial, and quantum-architecture teams. The role requires a PhD in atomic physics, quantum information, or a related field, trap-design or experimental-hardware experience, and numerical-physics simulation skills. It is an onsite position in Boulder, Colorado, with up to 10% travel, and offers a base salary of $110,336 to $144,459 plus bonus and equity.

Required Skills

Ion transport
Waveform design
Numerical simulation
Numerical physics
Scientific programming
RF Paul traps

Additional Information

Minimum Education: PhD in atomic physics, quantum information, or a related field
Required Previous Experiences: Experience operating or supporting experimental hardware, or equivalent experience
Background designing or operating surface-electrode RF Paul traps
Preferred Qualifications: Understanding of ion-trap operation, electrostatics, quantum mechanics, and ion dynamics
Scientific programming and numerical optimization
Transport or waveform design in surface-electrode RF Paul traps
Compiled programming for scientific computing