Technical Program Manager, Quantum Technology

Applied Materials•Santa Clara, CA

About The Position

Applied Materials’ CTO group focuses on enabling technologies for quantum information applications, including superconducting qubits and optical quantum computing. The group collaborates with system companies and universities to develop quantum devices with significantly lower error rates than current standards, using materials engineering and semiconductor processing to improve device performance. The role leads the development of new technology inflections in quantum information and directs program strategy and execution across a complex portfolio of initiatives. It owns portfolio planning and delivery from concept definition and roadmap development through implementation, deployment, and commercialization readiness, while coordinating internal teams and external partners.

Requirements

Broad and comprehensive understanding of different systems, theories, and practices, as well as the changing business environment.
In-depth knowledge of the relevant segment or function, with business and commercial expertise.
Experience leading a business unit, department, or sub-function through multiple levels of managers and diverse activities, and developing and executing strategy to achieve key business objectives.
Ability to evaluate key challenges and direct the development of new or innovative solutions.
Ability to influence and negotiate at top executive levels, with latitude on outcomes, and present and defend complicated or delicate issues.
Relevant quantum, industry, and program management background.
Willingness to travel 20% of the time.

Responsibilities

Lead development and execution of the quantum program strategy and roadmap, including the operating model, governance framework, processes, and resource plans.
Direct and mentor program and project managers and process engineers, overseeing program execution, risk management, resource allocation, and operational excellence.
Own program delivery from concept definition and roadmap development through implementation, deployment, and commercialization readiness.
Develop and maintain integrated master plans, schedules, and milestone frameworks aligned across engineering, operations, business, and external partners.
Coordinate resources across multiple organizations to deliver program objectives on schedule, within budget, and with high-quality outcomes.
Establish program governance, provide status reporting, and facilitate data-driven decision-making, transparency, and accountability.
Lead multifunctional internal, external, and matrixed stakeholder teams, fostering collaboration across technical, operational, and business functions.
Anticipate and mitigate program risks, dependencies, and execution challenges through proactive mitigation plans.
Provide strategic guidance and subject matter expertise on program management methodologies, business processes, and organizational best practices.
Own portfolio-level planning and prioritization, balancing business objectives, technology readiness, resource availability, and customer commitments.
Partner with customers, suppliers, and strategic collaborators to align program objectives, drive milestones, and strengthen long-term relationships.
Promote accountability, operational rigor, and continuous improvement, establishing scalable processes that support growth and execution excellence.