Staff Researcher - Quantum Finance Engineering

IonQ(2 months ago)

HybridFull TimeSenior$162,920 - $213,304Research & Development

About this role

IonQ is hiring a Staff Researcher to lead technical strategy and R&D for quantum computing applications in finance, bridging quantum theory, AI/ML, and quantitative finance. The role provides senior research leadership, external engagement with financial institutions and regulators, and collaboration across hardware, software, and product teams to accelerate quantum-enabled financial solutions. The position will also mentor researchers and help shape IonQ’s long-term roadmap for quantum finance and security architectures.

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Required Skills

Quantum Algorithms
Portfolio Optimization
Risk Modeling
Derivatives Pricing
Fraud Detection
Post-Quantum Security
Research Strategy
Algorithm Architecture
Error Correction
Compiler Optimization

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Qualifications

Ph.D. in Physics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or Quantitative Finance

About IonQ

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IonQ 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.