Sr Technical Product Manager

QuEra Computing•Boston, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

QuEra is seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager to lead the cross-functional development program for QuEra’s next-generation quantum computing system—which may become the world’s first fault-tolerant quantum computer. This program spans R&D thrusts, technical milestones, product definition, strategic partner collaboration, and ultimately launch as a quantum computing service. This role is execution-oriented and cross-functional, coordinating work across hardware and software engineering, research, and operations. It requires deep engagement with strategic partners, structured program execution, and the ability to translate complex technical roadmaps into actionable plans. The role includes limited product management responsibilities scoped to requirements collection and feedback.

Requirements

Master’s degree in physics, engineering, computer science, or a related technical field.
5+ years of experience in technical program management, system delivery, or execution of complex technical products involving R&D and partner collaboration.
Demonstrated ability to manage multi-team, multi-stakeholder programs from early development through launch.
Strong ability to coordinate across research, engineering, and external partners.
Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

PhD in physics, engineering, computer science, or a related technical field.
Background in quantum computing, AMO physics, quantum information, or adjacent fields.
Experience managing joint development programs with strategic or government partners.
Exposure to hardware-software co-development for advanced computing systems.

Responsibilities

Translate the technical roadmap into executable plans with clear milestones, owners, dependencies, and risk mitigation strategies.
Drive regular cross-functional reviews, decision points, and progress tracking across hardware, software, and research teams.
Serve as the primary program coordination point with strategic partners—managing joint milestones, deliverables, communication, and co-development activities.
Track and manage partner-related risks, dependencies, and contractual obligations in collaboration with business development and legal.
Support product management in translating R&D outputs into product specifications and launch.
Maintain clear, structured communication to internal leadership and external stakeholders on program status, risks, and decisions.
Support reporting efforts for government sponsors and strategic partners.
Ensure that requirements are clearly specified, validation protocols are established, and system builds proceed predictably.
Bring structure, visibility, and technical coherence to our process to enable teams to deliver high-performance machines efficiently, collaboratively, and with minimal rework.