Principal Technical Program Manager

Who you are

• BS, MS, or PhD in engineering, physics, or a related field
• 10+ years’ experience of systems engineering, quantum, and/or R&D program management experience at multi-disciplinary, deep tech companies
• Program management experience in advanced technology
• Technical expertise in quantum computing and AMO physics or ability and willingness to learn
• Documented history of delivering early-stage deep tech programs or products from inception to delivery
• Experience operating autonomously across multiple teams, demonstrating critical thinking and thought leadership
• Experience working with technical management teams to develop systems, solutions, and products
• Organizational, coordination, and multi-tasking expertise
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills involving large-scale systems
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to teamwork

What the job involves

• We are seeking a Principal Technical Program Manager who will manage operation and upgrades of existing neutral atom quantum computing hardware as well as a portfolio of research projects that advance the Atom Computing roadmap
• Provide program management for operation and upgrades of existing neutral atom quantum computing hardware
• Manage a portfolio of research projects to advance the Atom Computing roadmap and deliver on capabilities needed for future system generations
• Collaborate with scientific, engineering, and business owners to define program requirements, set priorities, and establish engineering execution plans to meet the requirements
• Manage cross functional dependencies, risks, and changes effectively by optimizing scope, schedule, and resources accordingly
• Partner with cross functional teams to drive technical analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and post implementation phases
• Define and track key metrics and key quality and performance indicators and drive cross functional execution of program deliverables
• Develop and own communication plans to effectively and proactively communicate program status, issues, and risks to stakeholders
• Proactively identify and analyze complex technical problems with engineering leaders and stakeholders to find solutions
• Advise on the Atom Computing roadmap as informed by progress of existing hardware and advanced research projects
• Work with technical managers and other program managers to balance the time of the technical team in pursuit of advanced tech and main processor line development
• Support grant applications relating to the project portfolio and advise on other applications as needed
• Collaborate with partners who can help Atom Computing achieve its advanced technology goals