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Microsoft Quantum team is dedicated to developing the first scalable, fault-tolerant quantum computer and is leading progress in areas ranging from quantum hardware and error correction to comprehensive integration with Azure. We are an accomplished and diverse international team focused on constructing a scalable quantum computing system. Our full-stack strategy encompasses breakthrough developments, spanning the physics of quantum devices to scalable readout and control infrastructures powered by cryo-electronics. The Microsoft Quantum program aims to transform the future of computing and tackle challenges that are currently beyond reach. We are entering a pivotal phase of accelerated growth in quantum computing, and this position presents a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to transformative technology.
Job Responsibility:
Program Management: Lead all phases of quantum hardware projects, from concept to delivery, working closely with architects, scientists, and engineers for success
Create concise, data-driven updates on program status, risks, dependencies, and impact for stakeholders and senior executives
Planning & Roadmapping: Coordinate with leadership and engineering teams to build and maintain clear development roadmaps, align milestones, manage resources, and support long-term goals
Guide Agile processes, encourage transparency, and remove obstacles to meet critical deadlines
Team Coordination: Ensure effective collaboration across device physics, cryoelectronic, materials science, manufacturing, supply chain, integration, and cloud hardware operations for scalable solutions
Customer Feedback: Use input from internal and pilot customers to improve hardware and processes
This includes potential customers from US Government
Risk Mitigation: Identify and reduce risks in technology, scheduling, and operations, applying continuous improvement throughout
Supplier Relations: Manage external partnerships, enforce quality and safety standards, and drive cross-company compliance
Culture & Mentorship: Foster respect, collaboration, integrity, inclusivity, and continuous learning within the team
Other: Embody our Culture and Values
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree AND 6+ years experience in engineering, physics or a related STEM field, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience
3+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects
3+ years of experience managing large-scale, interdisciplinary hardware technology projects from concept to delivery, including system integration, cross-functional team leadership, and coordination across multiple teams
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements
Ability to apply AI to accelerate engineering and lab workflows
Ability to evaluate agentic solutions with measurable metrics and humanintheloop safeguards following Microsoft Responsible AI requirements for generative AI
Nice to have:
PhD/Doctorate in a relevant field (e.g., quantum information, physics, materials science, electrical engineering, hardware systems) and 12+ years of applied engineering experience in quantum computing and/or cryogenic hardware programs, or equivalent experience
Demonstrated experience leading large-scale, cross-functional, cross-organization hardware systems programs end-to-end (R&D through new technology introduction), with strong program management fundamentals (planning, issue/risk tracking, schedule management, and stakeholder reporting) and proficiency with Agile and Azure DevOps (or similar)
Direct experience with one or more of: quantum device development, quantum error correction, or quantum measurement/control hardware
Experience driving external partnerships (universities/government/consortia) and technology transfer from R&D to scaled engineering/manufacturing (including quality systems and test protocols), along with proven ability to lead teams in a matrixed environment and communicate complex technical concepts across levels (including executive and non-technical stakeholders)