IonQ is looking to deliver the world’s best quantum solutions, on the world’s best quantum computers, to solve the world’s most complex and impactful problems, and is seeking a Staff Technical Program Manager - Quantum Applications to lead a team of application scientists to deliver the next generation of quantum computing solutions to real-world customers.
Requirements
- Working knowledge of quantum computing, quantum circuits, quantum implementation, quantum circuit diagrams e.g. Qiskit, Cirq, PennyLane, TorchQuantum, quantikz
- Prior experience developing Cloud, HPC and/or GPGPU applications
- Prior experience transitioning first-of-a-kind software prototypes to commercial products
- Expert knowledge of managing complex projects using project management tools such as GitHub, Jira, SmartSheet, etc.
- Expert knowledge of the practices and tools-of-the-trade of writing technical documents i.e. design of experiments, statistics, Overleaf/Latex, ML libraries, scripting, etc.
- Prior experience as a TPM in a fast-paced environment e.g. tech, startups
- Prior experience working in business roles such as marketing, sales, business development or contract management
Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end process of creating novel quantum applications for IonQ quantum computers, starting from ideas generation, customer engagement, proposal writing, execution, delivery, documentation and report-out
- Create and manage project timelines, milestones and deliverables across multiple projects and multiple teams. Drive clear communication across multi-stakeholder teams to resolve competing priorities; identify and drive clear plans of action
- Ability to roll up your sleeves, dive into details, and lead problem solving efforts, including as a subject matter expert and hands-on individual contributor
- Report project status to a wide stakeholder base including internal/external customers and senior management, using both technical and non-technical language
- Lead the transition of technology and capabilities from R&D to production, including the delivery of first-of-a-kind artifacts and technology demonstrations
- Conduct risk analysis and develop mitigation plans to ensure on-time release and delivery of project deliverables
- Contribute to IonQ technology and product roadmaps
Other
- M.S. or Ph.D in physics, mathematics, engineering, computer science or other technical domain; or B.S. with equivalent experience
- 5+ years of professional work experience as a Technical Program Manager in an innovation environment. Proven track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously across a diverse set of stakeholders e.g. internal functions, enterprise clients, academia, government, etc.
- Strong commitment to customer advocacy, success and customer engagement, including adapting to diverse communication, collaboration and management styles
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Ability to motivate, inspire and lead through influence
- 10% domestic and international travel, with a focus on visiting customers and clients
