Job Url: https://wellfound.com/jobs/3351553-staff-software-engineer-sdk-cloud-platform

Job Description: Staff Software Engineer (SDK), Cloud Platform
$162k – $233k
|
Remote (
Everywhere
)
 • 
Seattle
+1
|7 years of exp
|Full Time
Reposted: 2 days ago• Recruiter recently active
Job Location
Seattle • 
College Park
Remote Work Policy
Onsite or remote

Hires remotely in
Everywhere
Visa Sponsorship
Not Available

Preferred Timezones
Pacific Time, Mountain Time, Central Time, Eastern Time
Relocation
Not Allowed
Skills
Quantum Computing
Open Source Software
SDK
QISKIT
About the job
We don’t just build the world’s best quantum computers–we want them to be usable by everyone, everywhere. We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join a cross-functional team building the IonQ Cloud Platform, which connects our customers to our quantum computers via APIs, SDKs, tools, and partner clouds like AWS, GCP, and Azure. You’ll lead development of our quantum software development kits like Qiskit, Cirq, and more, in collaboration with our product team, applications team, systems team, and scientists to build the best quantum developer experience for our customers and partners.

Responsibilities :

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Cloud Engineering, this role involves close collaboration with Product and Application teams to ensure the development of high-quality, user-friendly, and comprehensively documented SDKs that fulfill specified requirements.
Lead the design, development, and maintenance of robust, high-quality SDK features capabilities enabling quantum novices and experts alike to solve real-world problems with quantum computers
Mentor senior and junior engineers on the team
Participate in on-call rotations
You’d be a good fit with:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent training, fellowship, or work experience
8+ years of professional experience in software engineering, working in a team environment.
5+ years of experience in leading the design, development, and maintenance of robust, high-quality SDKs
Proficiency in Python
Experience in mentoring and guiding engineers of all levels to ensure a high bar for code quality and performance
Experience in driving the team's long-term vision and architecture, shaping roadmaps, and providing technical leadership
Experience in collaborating with product and other engineering teams to ensure alignment and effective communication.
Experience in identifying and solving complex technical challenges related to SDK development, performance, and integration
Demonstrated experience in prioritizing user-friendliness and seamless integration of SDKs for developer adoption
Demonstrated ability to remain current with industry trends, upstream software modifications, and advancements within the SDK ecosystem
Experience in creating and maintaining clear and comprehensive documentation
You’d be a great fit with:

10+ years of professional software experience
7+ years in leading the design, development, and maintenance of robust, high-quality SDKs
Experience with system-level programming languages like C++ or Rust
Proficiency in quantum computing SDKs (Qiskit, Pennylane, CirQ)
Some experience with quantum computing or quantum physics
Location: This position can work onsite or hybrid from one of our offices (College Park, MD, Bothell, WA) or fully remote in the US.

Travel: About once per quarter

Job ID: 1105

The approximate base salary range for this position is $162,920 - $213,304. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.