Staff Optical Engineer

4 weeks ago


College Park, Maryland, United States IonQ Inc. Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Optical Engineer to join our team at IonQ Inc. in College Park, MD. As a member of our Engineering and Technology department, you will be part of an interdisciplinary team working on the development of the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology.

Responsibilities:
  • Design and tolerance analysis of optical systems used for mode matching of light to optical waveguides
  • Investigation of complex and cutting-edge optical and electro-optical components used in quantum computing networks
  • Investigation of fiber optics designs and implementations to identify network configurations that advance high fidelity qubit information transmission
  • Work closely with project lead physicist and project manager to create and maintain engineering requirements specifications (ERS) documents
  • Lead design reviews and creation of internal documentation for updates to senior management and collaborators
  • Coordination with component vendors, materials suppliers, and cross-functional collaborators to ensure successful and validated design of new quantum optical system architectures
  • Create and maintain detailed workplans for yourself and others accurately reflecting the stage of development to ensure on-time delivery
Requirements:
  • MS or PhD in experimental physics, optical-engineering, or a related field, with deep knowledge of optical physics
  • 5-7 years of post-graduate experience designing optical systems and waveguides in Zemax and Lumerical
  • Experience in the integration of optical waveguide devices into otherwise free-space optical systems via efficient mode-matching techniques
  • Experience performing tolerance analysis for free-space and waveguide optical systems
  • Strong work ethic and ownership of outcomes
  • Experience with lasers (from UV to IR)
Preferred Qualifications:
  • 8+ years experience in applying research to relevant industry problems
  • Experience working with nonlinear-optical systems or quantum optics systems
  • Strong laboratory skills and personal commitment to laboratory validation of design
  • Experience aligning and characterizing diffraction limited optical systems
  • Experience working with ion traps, ultra-high vacuum and cryogenic systems
  • Experience designing and running complex AMO systems and experiments
  • Experience with electro-optic and acousto-optic modulators
  • Engineering or systems engineering experience in transforming a complex physical system into a product

Location: This position is located in our bright, airy headquarters in College Park, MD. The approximate base salary range for this position is $141,670 - $185,482.

Benefits: Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO plus paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, a home internet stipend, and pet insurance



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