IT Help Desk Technician

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About IonQ:

IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world’s leading quantum company delivering solutions to solve the world’s most complex problems. IonQ’s newest generation quantum computers, IonQ Tempo and IonQ Forte Enterprise, are the latest in cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners such as Amazon Web Services, AstraZeneca, and NVIDIA achieve 20x performance results. The company achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance in 2025.

The company is accelerating its technology roadmap and intends to deliver the world’s most powerful quantum computers with 2 million qubits by 2030 to accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. IonQ’s advancements in quantum networking position the company as a leader in building the quantum internet.

We are looking for an IT Help Desk Technician. As an IT Help Desk Technician, 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 receiving, prioritizing, documenting, and actively resolving end-user support. In addition, maintain industry-standard IT hardware, software, network, and mobile technology. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and driven, display excellent interpersonal skills and strong attention to detail, and thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive IT support to over 1100 global users.
• Perform one-on-one end-user problem resolution via phone, instant messaging, and in-person interactions.
• Configure and deploy end-user desktop hardware, software, and peripherals.
• Setup audio visual equipment for onsite meetings and earnings calls using Zoom.
• Maintain, support and troubleshoot Neat Audio Visual equipment in offices.
• Provide support to C-Level executives within Bothell and College Park Offices.
• Train and continually support Tier I and II HelpDesk technicians.
• Handle escalated complex or time-sensitive issues.
• Provide hardware and application orientation and training sessions for new and existing IonQ employees when needed.
• Provide comprehensive support for the user environment, including mobile device management, printing services, asset tracking, and daily workflow optimization.
• Exhibit exceptional customer service and communication skills. Provide professional, empathetic assistance to address complex inquiries and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Utilize advanced problem-solving and analytical abilities to make informed decisions for resolving complex technical issues and improving help desk operations.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation and processes for the team.
• Maintain extensive knowledge of IT hardware and applications to provide comprehensive support and troubleshooting across diverse technologies.
• Support Tier IV staff and IT Leadership as required.
• Demonstrate high proficiency in incident, service, and change management.

You’d be a good fit with:

• Bachelor's degree in IT or equivalent experience in end-user service desk support.
• 3+ years of IT experience in a similar role, working with ITSM tools (Jira).
• An understanding of IDP and MDM concepts and application of these technologies in a modern IT environment.
• Working with different manufacturers for warranty repair work (Dell, Boxx, Apple).
• Extensive experience supporting current hardware, software, and technologies.
• Experience supporting SAS applications and collaboration tools (Jira, Confluence, Slack, Zoom).
• Proven ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills include rapport building, active listening, and questioning.

You’d be a great fit with:

• Understanding of SSH/RDP OS protocols and its use-cases
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong experience in Linux, Windows and MacOS environments.
• Proficient in Google Workplace application support.
• Knowledge of endpoint security solutions like CrowdStrike.
• Familiarity with virtualization and cloud environments is essential (Parallels and VMware).
• A solid understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP) is required.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to conduct research and root cause analysis.
• Independent worker with strong motivation who can thrive in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to compliance and confidentiality.

Location: This role will be based on-site at our office in College Park, MD.

Travel: Up to 30% domestic and/or International

Job ID:  1421

This is an hourly non-exempt role. The approximate hourly rate is $28.62 - $34.56. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.

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.

IonQ's HQ is located in College Park, Maryland, just outside of Washington DC. We are actively building out our recently opened manufacturing and production facility in Bothell, WA (near Seattle). Depending on the position, you may be required to be near one of our offices in College Park, Seattle, Toronto, Canada, and Basel, Switzerland. However, IonQ will expand into additional domestic and international geographies, so don’t let this stop you from applying!

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!