Associate Fabrication Engineer

IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full‑stack quantum computer based on trapped‑ion technology. We are pushing past the limits of classical physics and current supercomputing technology to unlock a new era of computing. Quantum computing has the potential to impact every area of human society for the better. IonQ’s computers will soon redefine industries like medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more.

IonQ is at the forefront of this technological revolution.

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Associate Fabrication Engineer to join our cross‑functional team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in designing, fabricating, and optimizing our cutting‑edge quantum interconnect platform, a critical component for scalable, distributed trapped‑ion quantum computing systems. Your work will directly impact the development of a photonics interconnect technology that is essential to our mission of building the world's best quantum computers.

• Implement the optimization of fabrication recipes for nanophotonic devices, leveraging state‑of‑the‑art e‑beam and direct‑write lithography techniques across various substrates.
• Establish metrology monitors and statistical process control for lithography and other critical fabrication processes, ensuring precision and reliability.
• Modify designs and procedures based on feedback from our design and measurement teams.
• Work collaboratively within a dynamic, interdisciplinary team, contributing to a shared vision of technological advancement.

• Undergraduate degree in physics, engineering or related field/discipline.
• 1+ years of hands‑on experience in the fabrication, design, simulation, and optimization of nanostructured devices, including expertise in lithography, dry and wet etching, annealing, chemical vapor deposition, and physical vapor deposition.
• Demonstrated experience with simulation tools for nanostructured device design (e.g., Lumerical, COMSOL, Flexcompute, or similar).
• Proficiency in data processing, visualization, and organization.
• Familiarity with fabrication processes and design constraints for nanostructures.

• 3+ years of dedicated experience in nanophotonics design and characterization.
• 1+ years of industry experience.
• Experience designing, building, and using optical testing infrastructure, including automated testing systems.

This role works onsite from our Boston, MA office.
Travel: Less than 10%.

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The approximate base salary range for this position is $81,000 – $106,050. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity. Compensation will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.