Atom Computing

Quantum Computing

SeniorTechnicalProgramManager

$140–170k Boulder, Colorado, United States FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Senior Technical Program Manager at Atom Computing. Skills: Quantum computing, Program management, Systems engineering. Provide program management for operation. Provide program management for upgrades”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver on capabilities for future generations

Industry & Context.

Quantum Computing
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving; Technical problem solving

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years systems engineering, 5+ years R&D program management, BS in engineering, physics, or related field, MS in engineering, physics, or related field, PhD in engineering, physics, or related field, Program management in advanced technology, Documented history delivering deep tech programs, Experience operating autonomously, Critical thinking, Thought leadership, Experience developing systems, Experience developing solutions, Experience developing products, Organizational expertise, Coordination expertise, Multi-tasking expertise, Analytical skills, Problem-solving skills, Interpersonal skills, Commitment to teamwork

Nice to Have

Technical expertise in quantum computing, Technical expertise in AMO physics, Willingness to learn quantum computing, Willingness to learn AMO physics

What You'll Do.

Provide program management for operation

Provide program management for upgrades

Manage portfolio of research projects

Advance Atom Computing roadmap

Deliver on future system capabilities

Contribute to definition of program requirements

Establish engineering execution plans

Manage cross functional dependencies

Escalate optimization needs

Drive technical analysis

Drive post implementation phases

Define key quality indicators

Track key quality indicators

Define key performance indicators

Track key performance indicators

Drive cross functional execution

Develop communication plans

Execute communication plans

Communicate program status

Communicate program issues

Communicate program risks

Identify technical problems

Analyze technical problems

Ensure efficient allocation of technical time

Support grant applications

Advise on grant applications

Collaborate with partners

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross functional teams; Scientific teams; Engineering teams; Business owners; Technical managers; Program managers; Partners

Communication Scope

Communication plans

Process & Methodology

Program management, Roadmap, Execution plans, Scope management, Schedule management, Resource management

Full Job Description

## Description At Atom Computing, we build quantum computers using arrays of optically trapped neutral atoms that will empower customers to achieve unprecedented computational breakthroughs. Join a world-class team of scientists, engineers, and business professionals to advance the state-of-the-art in quantum computing. We are seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager who will oversee the operation and upgrade of existing neutral atom quantum computing systems while managing a portfolio of research programs that accelerate the Atom Computing roadmap. ## Job Responsibilities 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 contribute to the definition of program requirements, priorities, and establish engineering execution plans to meet the requirements Manage cross functional dependencies, risks, and changes effectively by monitoring scope, schedule, and resources, and escalating optimization needs 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 execute communication plans to effectively and proactively communicate program status, issues, and risks to stakeholders. Proactively identify and analyze technical problems with engineering leaders and stakeholders to find solutions. Collaborate with technical managers and other program managers to ensure efficient allocation of the technical team's time in pursuit of advanced tech and main processor line development Support grant applications relating to the project portfolio and advise on other applications as ne

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