Director Product Manager, High Performance Quantum Machines

QCi

$150K — $200K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in physics, engineering, or a related technical field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 8+ years of product management experience in quantum computing, photonics, or advanced hardware systems.
  • Proven track record of guiding products from concept to commercialization in high-tech sectors.
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for complex concept translation.

Responsibilities

  • Own the entire product lifecycle from roadmap to market optimization.
  • Identify and prioritize market needs through customer insights and competitive analysis.
  • Collaborate with engineering to create detailed product specifications meeting performance standards.
  • Ensure product performance aligns with both technical feasibility and customer expectations.
  • Develop strategies for effective commercialization including go-to-market plans and customer training.
  • Engage with customers to gather feedback and maintain long-term relationships.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to foster innovation and ensure product delivery.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead innovative projects in a cutting-edge technology field.
  • Access to a collaborative work environment with cross-functional engagement.
  • Professional development training and support in advanced technologies.
  • Chance to make significant contributions toward democratizing quantum computing.
  • Flexible work arrangements that promote work-life balance.
Full Job Description
About Us

Quantum Computing, Inc. (QCi) is an innovative, integrated photonics and quantum optics technology company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi's products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company's portfolio of core technologies and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, as well as remote sensing applications.

Position Description

The Product Manager for High-Performance Quantum Machines will serve as the owner of the product line, leading its lifecycle from concept to commercialization. This role bridges technical expertise with market insights to deliver quantum computing solutions tailored to customer needs. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring that our products not only meet but exceed market expectations while maintaining alignment with QCi's strategic goals.
Duties and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

- Product Ownership: Own the product lifecycle, including roadmap development, market introduction, and ongoing optimization.

- Market Requirements: Identify and prioritize market needs through customer engagement, competitive analysis, and emerging trends to define product specifications.

- Product Specifications: Collaborate with engineering teams to translate market needs into detailed product specifications, ensuring performance and quality standards are met.

- Performance to Content: Ensure alignment of product performance with content requirements, balancing technical feasibility and customer expectations.

- Commercialization: Develop and execute strategies to bring quantum products to market, including go-to-market plans, customer training, and performance feedback loops.

- Customer Engagement: Act as a primary external-facing representative of QCi's product portfolio, engaging with customers to gather insights, provide solutions, and maintain long-term relationships.

- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, marketing, business development, and leadership to drive innovation and ensure seamless product delivery.
Required Skills and Experience

Education: Bachelor's degree in physics, engineering, or a related technical field; advanced degree preferred.

Experience:

- 8+ years of experience in product management, ideally in quantum computing, photonics, or advanced hardware systems.

- Proven track record of leading products from concept to commercialization in a high-tech environment.

Skills:

- Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.

- Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive results in a collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Familiarity with quantum technologies, advanced electronics, or nanophotonics.

- Experience working in agile environments with tools like JIRA, Confluence, or similar platforms.

Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above.

Statements outlined in this section are designated as essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

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