Staff Technical Project Manager, IonQ

• B.S. in physics, mathematics, engineering, computer science or other technical domain; or equivalent experience
• Prior experience working directly with clients to co-develop custom software solutions
• Experience leading complex projects using project management tools such as Git/Hub, Jira, SmartSheet, etc
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Ability to lead through influence
• Strong commitment to customer advocacy, success, and customer engagement
• Ability to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail; Capacity to manage a fast-paced dynamic team environment with constantly evolving roles and responsibilities

Desirable

• In this role, you will lead a talented team of application scientists to deliver the next generation of quantum computing solutions to real-world customers
• You’ll work with principal investigators, product managers and customers to drive complex projects through initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, controlling and completion
• You will support delivery of a wide variety of initiatives ranging from bespoke quantum solutions, performance-optimized quantum libraries/platforms and first-of-a-kind quantum applications
• You will also help develop multi-generational technology and product roadmaps
• Own end-to-end delivery of quantum applications built for IonQ quantum computers
• Create and manage project timelines, milestones and deliverables; ensure resource alignment and drive project teams forward at a rapid pace
• Ability to roll up your sleeves, dive into details, and lead problem solving efforts
• Coordinate and interface with all project dependencies in a boundaryless manner
• Report project status to a wide stakeholder base including internal/external customers and senior management, using both technical and non-technical language
• Lead the transition of technology and capabilities from R&D to production, including the delivery of first articles and technology demonstrations
• Conduct risk analysis and develop mitigation plans to ensure on-time release and delivery of project deliverables
• Contribute to technology and product roadmaps
• Increase operational rigor and reduce waste by implementing the “right amount” of process without slowing down innovation
• Work with project, contracting, legal, finance and sales teams to develop proposals, technical volumes and financial reports; ensure regulatory, fiscal and IP compliance
• Drive quality control and devops processes such as standard work, CI/CD, version control, code style/reviews and automated testing
• Lead recurring and ad-hoc meetings. Drive and track action items
• Accommodate occasional travel and evening/off-hours work to ensure customer success (need-basis)