Nate Gostin
Physicist
- Role
- Physicist - Quantum Networking, Sensing, and Security at IonQ
- Location
- Seattle, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Nate Gostin
Physicist working in trapped ion quantum computing and networking.
Experience
Physicist - Quantum Networking, Sensing, and Security
Feb 2025 — Present · Seattle, WA, US
Core technical contributor focused on the end-to-end development of networked quantum computing systems. Transitioned from building foundational hardware infrastructure to leading experimental operations and qubit optimization- System Build & Integration: Constructed two photonically interconnected quantum computers from the ground up. Led the hands-on assembly of subsystems including laser stabilization and modulation, electronic controllers, imaging, UHV (Ultra-High Vacuum), and cryogenic systems- Experimental Physics: Currently executing atomic and quantum physics experiments to characterize system performance. Responsible for parameter tuning and calibration to maximize fidelity and uptime- Leadership & Safety: Serve as the Lead Laser Safety Officer (LSO), managing safety protocols for high-power optical systems. Active member of the safety committee, and regular presenter of experimental results to internal stakeholders.
Education
Columbia University
Master of Science - MS, Applied Physics
University of Georgia - Terry College of Business
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Finance, General
2017 — 2019
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Physics
The University of Georgia
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Entertainment and Media Studies
2017 — 2019
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