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Senior Public Sector Lead - SLED

$147K - $192K/yr

Engage with university leadership and research departments to foster partnerships that utilize IonQ's quantum systems for academic innovation. * Develop state-specific messaging that highlights how ...

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Quantum Success Engineer

You'll become an expert on the IonQ Quantum Cloud user experience and usage of the software ... While you'll work with expert researchers in quantum applications and algorithms, this role does ...

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Senior IT Administrator

College Park, MD · On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world's leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering ... Prior experience supporting research or engineering teams with custom lab software. * Keep lab ...

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Director of Product Management - Quantum Cloud

Bothell, WA · On-site

$260K - $272K/yr

... researchers, integrator partners, hyperscaler channel buyers) and the ability for IonQ's and competitors' cloud offerings to deliver on their needs. * Immersing yourself in IonQ's cloud architecture ...

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Group Product Manager - Quantum Networking

Bothell, WA · On-site +1

$145K - $191K/yr

... software, research, and go-to-market teams, translating physics-layer capabilities into product specs, milestones, and customer-ready offerings on a committed cadence. * Shape IonQ's quantum ...

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Senior Network Engineer

College Park, MD · On-site

$144K/yr

IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world's leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering ... Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, collaborating with engineers and research staff as ...

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Senior Microwave Research Scientist

$126K - $166K/yr

As a Senior Microwave Research Scientist, you'll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to build the world's best quantum computers to solve the world's most ...

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Senior Network Engineer

Bothell, WA · On-site

$110K - $144K/yr

IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world's leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering ... Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, collaborating with engineers and research staff as ...

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Senior Quantum Scientist

Boulder, CO · On-site

$126K - $181K/yr

IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world's leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering ... Our research and development efforts build on our fully integrated quantum processors that can be ...

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Senior PCB Designer

Pleasanton, CA · On-site

IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world's leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering ... R&D initiatives and commercial products. This is a unique opportunity to play a hands-on role in ...

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Senior Director, Head of Data

IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world's leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering ... People, Operations, R&D), with functional owners accountable for domain-specific business ...

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Senior Public Sector Lead - SLED

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Remote

$147K - $192K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Location: This position can work onsite or hybrid from one of our offices in the US or fully remote.
Travel: Up to 50 % domestic travel
Job ID:  1638

The Role: 

We are looking for a Senior Public Sector Lead - SLED to join our Government Affairs team. As a SLED Lead, you'll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to build the world's best quantum computers to solve the world's most complex problems.

In this role, you will be responsible for driving IonQ's growth within state and local government agencies and educational institutions. The ideal candidate is a proactive relationship-builder who understands the nuances of state-level funding, regional economic development, and university-led research partnerships.

Responsibilities:

  • Execute a comprehensive SLED engagement strategy that aligns state-level technology initiatives with IonQ's quantum roadmap.
  • Advocate for IonQ's interests within state legislatures and executive branches to influence regional technology policy and funding.
  • Monitor state and local legislative developments to identify potential risks and opportunities for quantum research and deployment.
  • Partner with regional sales teams to identify and capture procurement opportunities within state agencies and public universities.
  • Engage with university leadership and research departments to foster partnerships that utilize IonQ's quantum systems for academic innovation.
  • Develop state-specific messaging that highlights how quantum computing can drive regional economic development and job creation.
  • Represent IonQ in state-level industry coalitions, technology councils, and education-focused advocacy groups.
  • Provide strategic guidance to internal leadership on the impact of state-level regulations, government incentives,  and local government procurement cycles.
  • Manage external consultants.

Requirements:

  • 8+ years of professional experience in State and Local Government Affairs, SLED Sales, or Public Policy.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Deep knowledge of state-level procurement vehicles, RFP processes, and budget cycles.
  • Proven ability to navigate complex relationships with state governors' offices, CIOs, and university chancellors.
  • Excellent presentation skills with the ability to articulate technical value to state and local policy leaders.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in Law, Public Policy, or Education Administration.
  • Existing network within high-impact state technology councils or the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO).
  • Experience in the semiconductor or high-performance computing (HPC) industries

The approximate base salary range for this position is $147,712 - $192,621. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site.

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