Vector Atomic
IonQ is seeking a Staff Scientist to join its Customer Solutions team as a founding member, focusing on developing quantum applications for defense-related missions. The role involves collaborating with customers across academia, enterprise, and government sectors to create tailored quantum solutions and integrate algorithms into realistic workflows. As a technical leader, the scientist will drive the adoption of quantum computing, benchmark performance, and contribute to foundational intellectual property and peer-reviewed publications.
Headquarters
Pleasanton, California, United States
Company Size
11-50 employees
Founded
2018
Vector Atomic is a quantum technologies company founded in 2018 that develops high-performance atomic clocks, inertial sensors, and synchronization hardware for mission-critical applications including navigation, communications, and timing. Its products — including the Evergreen-30 optical atomic clock, Dual Frequency Comb, and GAINS atomic gravimeter — are engineered for real-world use in harsh environments on land, at sea, and in space. IonQ has completed its acquisition of Vector Atomic, reinforcing the company's position as a global leader in advanced quantum sensing and timing.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
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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