Senior Staff Program Manager - Cloud-Application at Ionq

About IonQ: IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world’s leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering integrated quantum solutions across computing, networking, sensing, and security. IonQ’s newest generation of quantum computers, the IonQ Tempo, is the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners including Amazon Web Services, and AstraZeneca achieve 20x performance results and accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. In 2025, the company achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance. Headquartered in College Park, Maryland, IonQ has operations in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Tennessee, Washington, Italy, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Our quantum computing services are available through all major cloud providers, while we also meet the needs of networking and sensing customers across land, sea, air, and space. IonQ is making quantum platforms more accessible and impactful than ever before. Location: This role is based onsite at our office in Pleasanton, CA, with the option to work a few days a week remotely. Travel: Up to 20%, domestic and international. Job ID: 1499 The Role: We are looking for a Senior Staff Program Manager (Platform, Cloud, AI, Networking & Security Apps) to join our Quantum Key Distribution team. As a Senior Staff Program Manager, 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 leading large-scale, end-to-end programs spanning on-premises and cloud/SaaS networking and security platforms, including HW/ASIC NPI and regulated processes. The ideal candidate is someone who possesses a risk-first, details-driven mindset and can provide executive-ready communication to drive decision-making across complex technical landscapes. Responsibilities: • Lead end-to-end program execution for complex platform and SaaS programs, including scope definition, architecture-aware planning, and critical path management. • Manage large networking and security programs alongside HW-ASIC programs (silicon + systems + software) through phase-gate execution and launch. • Drive AI and cloud-enabled initiatives, translating technical engineering realities into executable program plans and telemetry pipelines. • Establish program finance and resourcing automation, including costing models, headcount allocation, and scenario planning for staffing tradeoffs. • Coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Security, Operations, Procurement, and Finance to build integrated schedules and drive supplier readiness. • Deliver executive-ready communication, including weekly/monthly readouts, and manage stakeholder alignment across functions without direct authority. • Anticipate integration and schedule risks, establishing mitigation plans and enforcing accountability for closures. • Ensure compliance with standardized processes (e.g., TL 9000, TLS2000) and enterprise phase-gate frameworks. Requirements: • Over 10 years of professional experience in Program Management within the Networking, Security, or Semiconductor industries. • Bachelor's degree Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent practical experience. • Expertise with Jira/Confluence for multi-team planning, dependency tracking, and data-based status reporting. • Experience with dashboarding and analytics tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, or SQL) for automated rollups of schedule, risk, and quality metrics. • Proficiency in tooling for structured NPI execution (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jama, or Oracle Agile) with auditable change control. • Demonstrated experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) lifecycle processes from concept through operational readiness. • Knowledge of large-scale networking (routers/switches, optical components) and integration risk management across device software and supply chains. Preferred Qualifications: • Masters degree • Familiarity with TL 9000-style quality management expectations in telecom/ICT environments. • Experience working with federal or enterprise stakeholders and coordinating vendor commitments. • Experience in a "Director/VP-style" scope, driving high-level decision-making and QBRs. The approximate base salary range for this position is $187,944 - $246,068. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site. Compensation will vary based on individual factors such as education, qualifications, and experience of the final candidate(s), specific office location, and calibration against relevant market data and internal team equity. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment. At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. US Technical Jobs. The position you are applying for will require access to technology that is subject to U.S. export control and government contract restrictions. Employment with IonQ is contingent on either verifying “U.S. Person” (e.g., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum) status for export controls and government contracts work, obtaining any necessary license, and/or confirming the availability of a license exception under U.S. export controls. Please note that in the absence of confirming you are a U.S. Person for export control and government contracts work purposes, IonQ may choose not to apply for a license or decline to use a license exception (if available) for you to access export-controlled technology that may require authorization, and similarly, you may not qualify for government contracts work that requires U.S. Persons, and IonQ may decline to proceed with your application on those bases alone. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. US Non-Technical Jobs. Due to applicable export control laws and regulations, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. If you are interested in being a part of our team and mission, we encourage you to apply!