Technical Programme Manager, Electrical Engineering

Requirements: We are looking for a technically fluent programme manager with genuine hardware programme experience, who brings structure, pace and precision to complex electronics work. You will have run, or worked closely inside, the full hardware lifecycle, including firmware and lower level test, from requirements and design through fabrication, bring-up and revision into production. You will have enough exposure to firmware or RTL work to judge whether an estimate is realistic, even if you have not written that code yourself. You will bring a degree in electrical engineering or a related technical field, and an advanced degree is a plus. You will be comfortable working day to day with physicists and engineers, building trust quickly, and translating progress, risks and trade-offs into clear, decision-ready reporting for senior stakeholders. You thrive in ambiguity, can spot inconsistencies in messy data, and enjoy both sides of the job: getting into the detail of procurement and tracking, and knowing when to take a technical discussion offline with the right people. You’d be a great fit with: Experience as a technical programme manager delivering complex electronics hardware programmes from development into production A degree in electrical engineering or a related technical field Working knowledge of firmware, gateware or RTL development and lower level hardware test Hands-on experience managing procurement, component sourcing and supplier issues for prototype or low-volume builds Fluency with modern programme tools such as Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet and GitHub The total compensation package includes base salary, bonus, equity, and a range of benefits available on our career site. If this role has a commission structure, the compensation range below just reflects the base compensation range. Wage Transparency: $152,000 — $228,000 USD 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 401(k), 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!