Hybrid IC Design Lead

at Oxford Ionics

• Job title: IC Design Lead
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Oxford, United Kingdom

About the role

• IC Design Lead developing custom control ICs for silicon ion-trap quantum processors at IonQ. Leading design capabilities and collaborating in a growing department focused on quantum technology.

Responsibilities

• Build integrated electronics capability within the QPU design team.
• Define our IC electronics roadmap and develop in-house capability to design custom control ICs for silicon ion-trap quantum processors.
• Collaborate closely with IC fabrication engineers and external foundries to develop a robust IC design and manufacturing flow.
• Define an efficient, scalable system architecture that underpins the next generation of our quantum systems.
• Lead the creation of an in-house IC design capability, mentoring engineers and shaping the growth of the team.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in IC design and system architecture, ideally within advanced or mixed signal environments.
• Technical depth and leadership to establish new design capabilities and processes from the ground up.
• Strong scientific background with proven expertise in circuit analysis and system level modelling using industry standard tools.
• Direct experience collaborating with silicon foundries, subcontractors, and EDA tool providers to deliver complex, high performance products.
• Practical, hands on approach with strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead and develop multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong communication, collaboration and a growth mindset are essential, along with adaptability and resilience needed to succeed in a scaling company.

Benefits

• Be part of a team that’s shaping the future of quantum.
• We offer more than just a role, you’ll join a world class community of scientists, engineers and innovators working to unlock the full potential of quantum computing.
• We offer a range of benefits, including opportunities to further your career alongside industry leaders, a competitive salary with IonQ stock options, an annual performance bonus, generous annual leave, flexible hybrid working, private medical and dental insurance for you and your family, and much more.
• Join us and be part of the future of quantum computing.
• We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.