Director, Global People Technology

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. 

As the Director of People Technology, you will be the strategic architect of our global HR systems. Your immediate mission is to lead our global implementation of Workday (HCM, Talent, Performance) alongside US Payroll and Benefits. Beyond the initial rollout, you will own the long-term roadmap for our entire HR tech stack, with a mandate to aggressively leverage AI and automation to eliminate administrative friction and create a seamless experience for our employees.

Key Responsibilities

Global Workday Implementation & Leadership

• Act as the Strategic Lead for the global rollout of Workday HCM, Talent, and Performance modules.
• Directly oversee the implementation of US Payroll and Benefits, ensuring 100% compliance and data integrity.
• Manage external implementation partners and internal cross-functional teams to ensure milestones are met on time and within budget.

Strategy, AI & Automation

• The AI Mandate: Identify and integrate AI-driven solutions (generative AI, chatbots, predictive analytics) to automate routine HR tasks and provide proactive insights to managers.
• Process Optimization: Conduct a "root cause" analysis of current HR workflows to simplify and automate processes before migrating them to new systems.
• Experience Design: Shift HR tech from "transactional" to "relational," ensuring every tool is intuitive and mobile-friendly.

Team Leadership & Operational Excellence

• Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of People Systems Analysts, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, technical curiosity, and high service standards.
• Resource Allocation: Manage the team’s roadmap, balancing long-term project work (Workday rollout, M&A integrations) with day-to-day system maintenance and "keep-the-lights-on" support.
• Capability Building: Upskill the team on modern technical competencies, specifically moving from manual processes and reporting to automated workflows and AI-assisted analytics.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the bridge between your technical analysts and the broader HR, Finance, and IT departments to ensure system updates meet business needs.

M&A & Systems Integration

• Due Diligence & Discovery: Conduct comprehensive technical audits of the HR tech stacks of target companies; identify security risks, data quality issues, and redundant software costs.
• Integration Strategy: Determine the optimal path for acquired systems based on deal guidelines—whether that involves a full "lift and shift" into Workday, maintaining standalone systems with custom API bridges, or a phased sunsetting of legacy tools.
• Data Migration & Mapping: Lead the mapping of employee data (EE data) from acquired systems into our global Workday instance, ensuring historical data integrity and continuity of service for new hires.
• Day One Readiness: Ensure all acquired employees have seamless access to essential tools (Payroll, Benefits, SSO) from the moment the deal closes, minimizing friction during the transition.

System Governance & Data Integrity

• Own the entire HR Tech ecosystem (ATS, LMS, Engagement tools, etc.), ensuring all systems "talk" to each other via robust integrations.
• Establish data governance standards to ensure global reporting is accurate, scalable, and compliant (GDPR, CCPA, etc.).
• Manage the HR Tech budget, vendor negotiations, and ROI analysis for all new software acquisitions.

Qualifications

• Experience: 10+ years in HR Technology, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
• Workday Expertise: Proven track record of leading at least one full-lifecycle Global Workday Implementation (HCM/Payroll is a must).
• Technical Literacy: Deep understanding of HRIS architecture, API integrations, and data privacy regulations.
• The "Future" Factor: Demonstrated experience or a strong thesis on how to apply AI and Automation within the HR domain to drive efficiency.
• Leadership Experience: 3+ years of experience directly managing technical teams (Systems Analysts, HRIS Specialists, or similar).
• Mentorship: Proven ability to translate complex business requirements into technical tasks for a team to execute flawlessly.
• Change Management: Ability to lead an organization through the "growing pains" of a major system migration with empathy and clear communication.
• M&A Track Record: Direct experience managing the HR technology workstream of an acquisition or merger, specifically around data migration and system consolidation.

Location: This position can work onsite or hybrid from one of our offices (College Park, MD, Bothell, WA) or fully remote in the US or Canada.
Travel: Up to 20%
Job ID: 1325 

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. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. 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! 

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!