Senior Optical Test Setup Engineer

IonQ, Inc (NYSE: IONQ) is the world’s leading quantum platform and merchant supplier, delivering integrated quantum solutions across computing, networking, sensing, and security. IonQ’s newest generation of quantum computers, the IonQ Tempo, is a cutting‑edge system that has helped customers such as Amazon Web Services and AstraZeneca achieve 20× performance results in areas including drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. Headquartered in College Park, Maryland, IonQ has operations in several United States states and international locations. Our quantum computing services are available through all major cloud providers, while we also meet the needs of networking and sensing customers across land, sea, air, and space. Location: This role will work onsite at our office located in Boston, MA. Travel: Less than 10% Job ID: 1654 Role We are looking for a Senior Optical Test Setup Engineer to join our Quantum Interconnect Division. As a Senior Optical Test Setup Engineer you will lead the design, upgrade, and expansion of the optical testing infrastructure for characterizing on‑chip optical devices, utilizing both room‑temperature and cryogenic setups. Responsibilities Design, upgrade, and expand the testing infrastructure for characterizing classical and quantum integrated photonics devices and components (passive and active) at chip and wafer level scale, utilizing both room‑temperature and cryogenic setups. Develop and document robust testing procedures for component‑level characterization. Automate the test pipeline, including instrument setup, data acquisition, and analysis, while maintaining high‑quality, scalable, and well‑tested characterization flows. Collaborate with design, packaging, and system teams to optimize testing features and develop a library of test flows for platform improvement. Requirements 3+ years of professional experience in optical spectroscopy, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master or Ph.D. in engineering, physics, or a related field/discipline, or equivalent practical experience. Experience with test instrumentation and methods for room‑temperature optical test setups. Strong data processing, visualization, and organizational skills. Familiarity with free‑space optics and imaging systems. Experience working with laser sources and fiber components. Programming experience in a general‑purpose programming language (e.g., Python, Matlab) for test automation. Preferred Qualifications 5+ years of design and characterization experience of classical integrated photonics devices. Hands‑on experience with cryogenic optical test setups. Hands‑on experience with characterizing integrated photonics devices. The approximate base salary range for this position is $110,336 – $144,459 . The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site. 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. At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr IonQ