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Senior Director, Global Field Marketing and Americas

IonQ, College Park, MD, United States


Job ID: 1502 Location: Hybrid, preferably based in Seattle or DC/Maryland near IonQ's US Headquarters Travel: Up to 40% per quarter, depending on seasonal priorities. The Role We are seeking a dynamic Senior Director, Global Field Marketing, to help build and scale a world‑class regional marketing organization that drives pipeline, accelerates strategic deals, and strengthens customer engagement across global markets. The Sr. Director will define and operationalize the global field marketing strategy and operating model, overseeing regional field marketing teams across EMEA, APAC, and other international markets, while directly leading the Americas region. The role sits at the center of the company’s revenue engine, partnering closely with Sales, Product Marketing, Demand Generation, Events, and Executive Leadership to translate global marketing strategy into regionally relevant programs that influence revenue outcomes. This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for ensuring the company’s marketing investments in the field translate into measurable business impact, stronger customer relationships, and durable market leadership. Responsibilities Define and lead the global field marketing strategy, ensuring regional marketing programs drive measurable pipeline, revenue influence, and strategic account engagement Establish the global operating framework for regional marketing, including planning cadence, campaign orchestration, KPIs, budget allocation, and best practices In addition to global responsibilities, serve as the regional marketing leader for the Americas, partnering closely with Americas Sales leadership to drive pipeline and revenue growth Build alignment between global marketing priorities and regional market realities, ensuring global campaigns translate effectively into local execution Develop scalable frameworks for account‑based marketing, regional campaigns, executive engagement programs, and strategic events Lead and mentor a team of regional field marketing leaders across EMEA, APAC, and other international markets Build a high‑performance organization that balances global consistency with regional flexibility Establish a culture of commercial accountability, cross‑functional alignment, and measurable marketing impact Develop and execute regional programs supporting enterprise, strategic, and public sector accounts Lead integrated campaigns across events, ABM, digital engagement, executive briefings, PR and partner initiatives Support complex enterprise sales cycles with executive‑level engagement programs, customer storytelling, and strategic industry initiatives Develop programs that deepen relationships with strategic customers, partners, and ecosystem stakeholders Partner with Sales leadership on account planning, deal acceleration strategies, and executive engagement programs Elevate the company’s presence through thought leadership, flagship events, and curated executive forums Partner with global marketing leaders to ensure field programs amplify product launches, industry campaigns, and corporate initiatives Translate global messaging into regionally relevant narratives and use cases Define and track clear performance metrics, including pipeline generation, campaign ROI, deal acceleration, and regional engagement metrics Requirements 15+ years of marketing leadership experience in high‑growth enterprise technology or emerging technology companies Proven track record leading regional and/or international marketing teams across complex, multi‑country markets Deep experience supporting enterprise and strategic sales motions, including long sales cycles and multi‑stakeholder buying groups Demonstrated success partnering with enterprise sales organizations to drive pipeline, revenue growth, and strategic account engagement Exceptional storyteller who can balance technical credibility with executive‑level clarity Strong commercial acumen and comfort owning pipeline and revenue impact Proven track record in similar roles within the Americas region is strongly preferred Experience operating in matrixed global organizations, influencing without authority Comfortable navigating cultural nuance, regulatory complexity, and varied market maturity levels Deep experience with account‑based marketing, regional campaigns, executive engagement, and strategic events Ability to engage effectively with C‑suite executives, technical buyers, and industry stakeholders Inspirational leader who builds high‑performing global teams Collaborative partner to Sales, Product, and Marketing leadership Comfortable balancing global strategy with hands‑on regional execution Data‑driven decision maker with a bias toward measurable impact Compensation and Benefits The approximate base salary range for this position is $195,349 - $254,742. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity. Our benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401(k), 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. EEO Statement 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 and Non‑Technical export control compliance statements are applicable for U.S. Persons. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or lawfully admitted to the U.S. as refugees or granted asylum. Possible rejections may occur if U.S. Person status is not verified for compliance with federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr