Senior Real-Time Embedded Systems Engineer
IonQ
About this role
Senior Real-Time Embedded Systems Engineer at IonQ responsible for developing the embedded firmware and FPGA logic that enable nanosecond-precision synchronization and real-time control for quantum nodes. The role focuses on building the real-time classical channel, hardware abstraction layers, and low-latency feedback loops that allow the quantum node operating system to function. The engineer will work on high-performance FPGA RTL, timing architectures, and system integration as part of a cross-functional hardware and software team.
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About IonQ
ionq.comIonQ builds trapped‑ion quantum computers and full‑stack systems designed to tackle complex computational problems. Their platform combines high‑fidelity trapped‑ion qubits, control hardware, and developer tools to deliver quantum processing via cloud integrations and APIs. IonQ targets applications in chemistry, optimization, machine learning, and finance while working with enterprises, researchers, and cloud providers to make quantum computing broadly accessible.
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About IonQ
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
$111k – $146k
per year