Senior People Business Partner Director
IonQ, College Park, MD, United States
Overview
IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are pushing past the limits of classical physics and current supercomputing technology to unlock a new era of computing. Quantum computing has the potential to impact every area of human society for the better. IonQ’s computers will soon redefine industries like medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more. IonQ is at the forefront of this technological revolution. We are seeking a Senior PeopleBusiness Partner Director to serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders within IonQ Federal and the Chief Information Officer (CIO) organization. This role partners closely with executive leadership to drive people strategies that enable mission-critical outcomes. As Senior PeopleBusiness Partner Director, you’ll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to develop the world’s best quantum technology to solve the world’s most complex problems. In this role, you will operate as a trusted thought partner on organizational design, workforce planning, leadership effectiveness, and change management—while navigating the complexities of federal contracting, security requirements, and highly regulated environments.
Responsibilities
Strategic Partnership: Serve as a senior advisor to Federal and CIO leadership, aligning people strategy with business, mission, and technology objectives. Translate business strategies into actionable workforce, talent, and organizational plans. Provide data-driven insights and recommendations on workforce health, capability gaps, and succession risk. Organizational Effectiveness & Change: Lead complex organizational design and transformation initiatives, including restructures, scaling teams, and operating model evolution. Partner with leaders to drive change management for technology modernization, digital transformation, and compliance-driven initiatives. Coach senior leaders on organizational dynamics, decision-making, and leadership effectiveness. Partner with Talent Acquisition and leadership on workforce planning for cleared, technical, and mission-critical roles. Advise on talent strategies, including succession planning, leadership development, performance management, and retention. Support the development of high-performing technical and program teams. Employee Relations & Risk Management: Provide guidance on employee relations matters, performance issues, investigations, and corrective actions, ensuring consistency and legal compliance. Navigate federal labor requirements, security clearance considerations, and contractual obligations. Partner with Legal and Security teams as needed. Additional Skills: Ability to operate in ambiguity and complexity; strategic and systems thinking; executive presence and credibility; change leadership; high judgment and discretion.
You’d be a good fit with
15+ years of progressive HR experience, including senior or principal-level HR Business Partner roles. Demonstrated experience supporting technology organizations (e.g., CIO, engineering, IT, cybersecurity). Experience working with federal or highly regulated environments (government contracting, public sector, or similar). Strong expertise in organizational design, workforce planning, and executive coaching. Knowledge of employment law, employee relations, and compliance considerations. Proven ability to influence and partner with senior executives.
You’d be a great fit with
Experience supporting cleared populations or federal contracts. Familiarity with federal compliance requirements (e.g., OFCCP, FAR/DFARS, EEO). Experience supporting large-scale digital or technology transformation initiatives. Advanced degree or HR certification (e.g., SPHR). Has clearance.
Location, Travel, and Compensation
Location:
This role is based at our College Park, MD office, with the option to work a few days a week remotely. Travel:
Up to 25% Job ID:
1293 The approximate base salary range for this position is $169,869 - $221,514. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity. Compensation will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Beyond base salary, total compensation includes a variable bonus and equity component and a range of benefit options found on our career site at ionQ.co/jobs. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment. Our US benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, a home internet stipend, and pet insurance.
Legal and Compliance
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 verifying U.S. Person 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. US Non-Technical Jobs: Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. We may ask questions regarding immigration status for compliance purposes.
Additional Information
If you are interested in being a part of our team and mission, we encourage you to apply!
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and are committed to equity and justice. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Privacy Notice & Data Consent:
By submitting this application, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the IonQ Global Applicant Privacy Policy. I consent to the collection, processing, and storage of my personal data for recruitment purposes as described in the notice linked below.
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IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are pushing past the limits of classical physics and current supercomputing technology to unlock a new era of computing. Quantum computing has the potential to impact every area of human society for the better. IonQ’s computers will soon redefine industries like medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more. IonQ is at the forefront of this technological revolution. We are seeking a Senior PeopleBusiness Partner Director to serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders within IonQ Federal and the Chief Information Officer (CIO) organization. This role partners closely with executive leadership to drive people strategies that enable mission-critical outcomes. As Senior PeopleBusiness Partner Director, you’ll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to develop the world’s best quantum technology to solve the world’s most complex problems. In this role, you will operate as a trusted thought partner on organizational design, workforce planning, leadership effectiveness, and change management—while navigating the complexities of federal contracting, security requirements, and highly regulated environments.
Responsibilities
Strategic Partnership: Serve as a senior advisor to Federal and CIO leadership, aligning people strategy with business, mission, and technology objectives. Translate business strategies into actionable workforce, talent, and organizational plans. Provide data-driven insights and recommendations on workforce health, capability gaps, and succession risk. Organizational Effectiveness & Change: Lead complex organizational design and transformation initiatives, including restructures, scaling teams, and operating model evolution. Partner with leaders to drive change management for technology modernization, digital transformation, and compliance-driven initiatives. Coach senior leaders on organizational dynamics, decision-making, and leadership effectiveness. Partner with Talent Acquisition and leadership on workforce planning for cleared, technical, and mission-critical roles. Advise on talent strategies, including succession planning, leadership development, performance management, and retention. Support the development of high-performing technical and program teams. Employee Relations & Risk Management: Provide guidance on employee relations matters, performance issues, investigations, and corrective actions, ensuring consistency and legal compliance. Navigate federal labor requirements, security clearance considerations, and contractual obligations. Partner with Legal and Security teams as needed. Additional Skills: Ability to operate in ambiguity and complexity; strategic and systems thinking; executive presence and credibility; change leadership; high judgment and discretion.
You’d be a good fit with
15+ years of progressive HR experience, including senior or principal-level HR Business Partner roles. Demonstrated experience supporting technology organizations (e.g., CIO, engineering, IT, cybersecurity). Experience working with federal or highly regulated environments (government contracting, public sector, or similar). Strong expertise in organizational design, workforce planning, and executive coaching. Knowledge of employment law, employee relations, and compliance considerations. Proven ability to influence and partner with senior executives.
You’d be a great fit with
Experience supporting cleared populations or federal contracts. Familiarity with federal compliance requirements (e.g., OFCCP, FAR/DFARS, EEO). Experience supporting large-scale digital or technology transformation initiatives. Advanced degree or HR certification (e.g., SPHR). Has clearance.
Location, Travel, and Compensation
Location:
This role is based at our College Park, MD office, with the option to work a few days a week remotely. Travel:
Up to 25% Job ID:
1293 The approximate base salary range for this position is $169,869 - $221,514. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity. Compensation will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Beyond base salary, total compensation includes a variable bonus and equity component and a range of benefit options found on our career site at ionQ.co/jobs. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment. Our US benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, a home internet stipend, and pet insurance.
Legal and Compliance
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 verifying U.S. Person 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. US Non-Technical Jobs: Candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. We may ask questions regarding immigration status for compliance purposes.
Additional Information
If you are interested in being a part of our team and mission, we encourage you to apply!
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and are committed to equity and justice. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Privacy Notice & Data Consent:
By submitting this application, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the IonQ Global Applicant Privacy Policy. I consent to the collection, processing, and storage of my personal data for recruitment purposes as described in the notice linked below.
Note:
This description preserves the original job content while removing extraneous boilerplate and ensuring accessible, standards-compliant formatting.
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