Staff Software Engineer (Backend), Cloud Platform - Remote

Overview

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of IonQ. We are currently looking for a Staff Software Engineer (Backend), Cloud Platform in the United States.

This role is ideal for a highly skilled software engineer who will contribute to building and maintaining a scalable, robust cloud platform connecting users to advanced computing systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams—including product, applications, infrastructure, and scientific teams—to create high-quality, reliable services and APIs for a diverse range of users. This position offers the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, drive technical excellence, and influence the platform architecture in a fast-paced, collaborative, and remote-friendly environment. Your work will directly impact the usability and performance of cutting-edge cloud computing services, supporting the next generation of computing technologies.

In Short

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and highly available cloud platform components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, applications, infrastructure, and scientific) to deliver reliable services and APIs.
• Lead the implementation of software experiences that cater to both novice and expert users.
• Participate in on-call rotations to support platform reliability.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering knowledge sharing and technical growth.
• Contribute to architecture and design discussions, ensuring best practices in software engineering.

Requirements

• Strong experience in backend software development.
• Proficiency in cloud technologies and services.
• Experience with designing and implementing APIs.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers.
• Strong problem-solving and technical skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud computing technologies.
• Collaborative and remote-friendly work environment.
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
• Impactful work that influences platform architecture.