Network Engineer

Senior Network EngineerIonQ is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to work onsite at our office located in Bothell, WA, College Park, MD, or Boulder, CO. We are open to hybrid and remote options for the right candidate. Travel: up to 25%.The Role:As we grow, we are building manufacturing facilities and quantum datacenters around the globe. We are looking for several Senior Systems and Network Engineers to support the deployment, integration, and operation of our networking and infrastructure systems, enabling cutting-edge research, distributed engineering, and delivery of the world's best quantum computers to our customers.Responsibilities:Design, implement, and maintain scalable and secure network solutions (LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, wireless)Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, collaborating with engineers and research staff as neededSupport the deployment and operation of highly available and resilient international network environmentsOversee and optimize network performance, capacity planning, and reliabilityDesign and enforce network security strategies (firewalls, segmentation, zero trust, VPNs)Drive network modernization initiatives including cloud networking and automationCreate and maintain detailed network diagrams, standards, and documentationEvaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and vendorsLead and participate in major incident response and root cause analysisEnsure compliance with organizational, regulatory, and security policiesRequirements:Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)6+ years of progressive network engineering experienceDeep experience with firewall and security platforms (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco, etc.)Proven experience designing and supporting high-availability and disaster recovery solutionsStrong experience with network monitoring, logging, and performance analysis toolsPreferred Qualifications:7+ years of experience in network and infrastructure engineeringIndustry certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, or equivalentExperience with cloud networking (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid environmentsKnowledge of SD-WAN, SASE, and zero-trust architecturesExperience with network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, Terraform)Familiarity with load balancing technologies (F5, Netscaler, etc.)Experience supporting large-scale enterprise or multi-site environmentsExperience with CI/CD workflows and automationThe 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.Compensation will vary based on individual factors such as education, qualifications, and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location, and calibration against relevant market data and internal team equity. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment.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.