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

  1. Physicist - Quantum Networking, Sensing, and Security

    IonQ

    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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