Ph.D. in physics, mechanical engineering, or related field with a focus on cryogenic systems or quantum technologies.
10+ years of professional experience in product management or related technical roles.
5+ years of hands-on R&D experience in cryogenic systems, quantum computing, or similar deep tech fields.
Demonstrated experience in scaling product organizations and taking complex hardware products to market.
Experience in fast-growth hardware startups with rapid iteration and resource constraints.
Responsibilities
Define and execute product strategy for cryogenic systems, aligning capabilities with market opportunities.
Lead collaboration between R&D, engineering, and commercial teams for timely product delivery.
Conduct technical market analysis to identify customer needs and competitive trends.
Partner with R&D to translate research achievements into product roadmaps.
Establish product specifications, performance targets, and design requirements.
Engage with customers and stakeholders to gather requirements and validate concepts.
Drive go-to-market strategies, focusing on technical positioning and customer education.
Oversee product lifecycle from concept through to commercialization and end-of-life.
Benefits
Opportunity to lead innovative product development in a cutting-edge field.
Chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced startup environment.
Collaborative work culture with cross-functional teams in R&D, engineering, and commercial sectors.
Professional growth and mentorship opportunities within a growing organization.
Full Job Description
Maybell Quantum is seeking an exceptional Lead Product Manager to lead our hardware product strategy and drive the development of cutting-edge cryogenic systems for quantum computing applications. Our ideal team member is a technical leader with deep domain expertise in cryogenic systems who can translate complex scientific requirements into market-leading products. They possess a strong R&D background, excellent technical communication skills, and can effectively bridge the gap between advanced research and commercial product development in a fast-paced startup environment.
Responsibilities
Define and execute comprehensive product strategy for cryogenic systems, aligning technical capabilities with market opportunities to enable high growth trajectory
Lead cross-functional collaboration between R&D, engineering, and commercial teams to deliver competitive products on schedule
Conduct deep technical market analysis to identify customer needs, competitive positioning, and emerging technology trends
Partner with R&D leadership to translate research breakthroughs into commercially viable product roadmaps
Work closely with engineering teams to establish product specifications, performance targets, and design requirements for cryogenic systems
Engage directly with key customers and technical stakeholders to gather requirements and validate product concepts
Drive go-to-market strategies, including technical positioning, competitive differentiation, and customer education initiatives
Oversee product lifecycle management from concept through commercialization and end-of-life planning
Lead technical product discussions with customers, partners, and industry experts at conferences and technical forums
Establish product performance metrics and success criteria aligned with business objectives
Mentor and develop product management capabilities within the organization
Basic Qualifications
7+ years of professional experience in product management or related technical roles in the hardware space
3+ years of hands-on R&D experience in cryogenic systems, quantum computing, or adjacent deep tech fields
Proven track record of scaling product organizations and bringing complex hardware products from concept to market in high-growth environments
Experience leading product development in fast-growth hardware startups with rapid iteration cycles and resource constraints
Deep understanding of cryogenic system design, performance characteristics, and application requirements
Preferred Skills and Experience
10+ years combined experience in R&D and product management within quantum computing, cryogenics, or scientific instrumentation
Demonstrated success scaling product teams and processes in high-growth hardware startups - Series A through IPO experience preferred
Experience managing rapid product development cycles with aggressive timelines and evolving market requirements
Track record of building product management function from ground up in fast-scaling organizations
Direct experience with dilution refrigerators, pulse tube systems, or related cryogenic technologies
Strong publication record or patent portfolio in relevant technical areas
Experience managing product portfolios with complex customer requirements and compressed development cycles in startup environments
Ph.D. in physics, mechanical engineering, or related field with focus on cryogenic systems or quantum technologies or MBA or equivalent business experience
Experience working with government, academic, and commercial research customers while managing rapid organizational growth
