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Principal Technical Program Manager (Quantum Hardware and Firmware Systems)

Microsoft Quantum team is dedicated to developing the first scalable, fault-tole...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

139900.00 - 274800.00 USD / Year

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree AND 6+ years experience in quantum information, physics, materials science, electrical engineering, hardware systems, engineering, or related technical fields OR equivalent experience
3+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations or Export Administration Regulations, the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of citizenship, U.S. permanent residency, or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate's citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable.
Ability to leverage AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency (e.g., performance modeling and analysis, research gathering, day to day task automation).
Apply AI to accelerate engineering and lab workflows. Design and build AI agents/copilots that assist with experiment setup, log triage, measurement report generation, protocol templating, and knowledge retrieval (e.g., instrument manuals, design docs).
Evaluate agentic solutions with measurable metrics and humanintheloop safeguards following Microsoft Responsible AI requirements for generative AI.
10+ years of experience owning and managing multi-year, highly complex hardware and firmware product portfolios involving deep-tech or first-of-a-kind technologies, including board bring-up, System-on-Chip (SoC) bring-up, BIOS and driver development, Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs), Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), quantum systems, advanced chip packaging, cryoelectronics, or other high-reliability hardware.
Experience managing firmware and hardware product development across the full lifecycle, including R&D, system integration, hardware-software integration, new-technology introduction, and technology transfer from R&D into scaled engineering and manufacturing, including hardware quality systems and development or auditing of test and validation protocols.
Experience with hands-on firmware, low-level systems, or advanced hardware R&D, including BIOS, drivers, embedded systems, quantum device development, quantum error correction, measurement/control systems, or similar advanced hardware domains.

Job Responsibility

Drive Program Execution: Lead comprehensive program management for pivotal quantum hardware initiatives. Oversee all phases, including concept development, engineering design, prototyping, validation, operational scaling, and ongoing delivery. Collaborate closely with system architects, research scientists, and hardware engineers to ensure successful outcomes for each project
Strategic Planning & Roadmapping: Work with program management leadership, engineering teams, and executive stakeholders to develop and maintain a clear roadmap for hardware platform advancement. Align technical milestones, allocate resources, manage schedules, and address risks to support Microsoft Quantum’s overarching long-term goals
Cross-Disciplinary Coordination: Facilitate collaboration and alignment among teams specializing in quantum device physics, cryoelectronics, materials science, hardware control, manufacturing, supply chain, integration, and cloud hardware operations. Ensure that integrated efforts result in reliable and scalable hardware solutions
Supplier & Partner Engagement: Manage relationships with external foundries, research laboratories, equipment vendors, and strategic partners. Foster cross-company collaboration, establish clear requirements, and ensure compliance with Microsoft’s standards for quality, safety, and data security
Risk Management: Identify, monitor, and mitigate technical, scheduling, and operational risks throughout program execution. Apply continuous improvement strategies and adjust programs in response to lessons learned and evolving technology trends
Agile Delivery: Oversee Agile program processes and ceremonies, promote transparency by conducting regular reviews and updates, and proactively remove obstacles to ensure timely achievement of critical deliverables
Customer Focus: Incorporate feedback from internal and pilot customers—including researchers, manufacturing partners, and Azure Quantum platform teams—to guide improvements in hardware and processes
Executive Communication: Develop concise, data-driven reports and executive updates that communicate program status, milestones, risks, dependencies, and impact, upholding Microsoft’s high standards for stakeholder engagement and reporting
Embody our culture and values

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Technical Project Manager (Electronic Engineering)

Zenovo are looking for a Technical Project Manager to join their client in Readi...

Location

United Kingdom , Bracknell

Salary:

55000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

Zenovo

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree qualified in Electronic, Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline
Understanding and experience of working through the Product Design Lifecycle, including from initial concept to manufacturing
Familiarity with relevant industry standards, including safety, EMC, and environmental requirements within commercial and regulated sectors
Understanding of quality management systems and the importance of maintaining compliance with established standards
Exposure to Embedded Software and firmware development environments
Knowledge of CAD (ideally SolidWorks)

Job Responsibility

Lead the technical design and development of new products, providing engineering expertise and guidance throughout the project lifecycle
Define project plans, establish realistic timescales, and identify the resources required to achieve successful delivery of projects and products
Support customer proposals by developing technical solutions, preparing cost estimates, and identifying potential risks
Ensure all technical documentation is created, maintained, and controlled in accordance with company standards and procedures
Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance engineering processes, procedures, and ways of working

What we offer

Bonus

Fulltime

Technical Project Manager (Electronic Engineering)

Location

United Kingdom , Bracknell

Salary:

55000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

Zenovo

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree qualified in Electronic, Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline
Understanding and experience of working through the Product Design Lifecycle, including from initial concept to manufacturing
Familiarity with relevant industry standards, including safety, EMC, and environmental requirements within commercial and regulated sectors
Understanding of quality management systems and the importance of maintaining compliance with established standards
Exposure to Embedded Software and firmware development environments
Knowledge of CAD (ideally SolidWorks)

Job Responsibility

Lead the technical design and development of new products, providing engineering expertise and guidance throughout the project lifecycle
Define project plans, establish realistic timescales, and identify the resources required to achieve successful delivery of projects and products
Support customer proposals by developing technical solutions, preparing cost estimates, and identifying potential risks
Ensure all technical documentation is created, maintained, and controlled in accordance with company standards and procedures
Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance engineering processes, procedures, and ways of working

What we offer

Bonus

Fulltime