Optical Designer and Analyst
Skyloom
About this role
Skyloom, an IonQ company, develops space-based communication technologies including optical systems for satellite and ground platforms. The company is building planetary-scale data transport infrastructure to enhance global connectivity and data transfer.
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About Skyloom
skyloom.coSkyloom builds photonic (laser) networking infrastructure for orbital networks, enabling "fiberless" high‑capacity data links between satellites and to the ground. Their technology and network designs support planetary‑scale, low‑latency transport for satellite constellations and communications providers, offering an alternative to physical fiber for moving large volumes of data. Skyloom works with satellite operators and service providers to integrate optical inter‑satellite links, terminals, and network services that scale global bandwidth.
Recent company news
IonQ: Trapped Ion Quantum ComputingIonQ to Acquire U.S. Optical Communications Leader Skyloom Global to Accelerate Worldwide Quantum Networking and Sensing Infrastructure
Nov 17, 2025
SpaceNewsIonQ expands into space networking with acquisition of Skyloom
Nov 13, 2025
The Quantum InsiderIonQ Announces Plans to Acquire Skyloom
Nov 12, 2025
IonQ: Trapped Ion Quantum ComputingIonQ Completes Skyloom Acquisition: Advancing Quantum Networking
1 month ago
Photonics SpectraIonQ Confirms Plans to Acquire Skyloom | Business | Nov 2025
Nov 14, 2025
About Skyloom
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$115k – $130k
per year
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