Technical Project Manager, Quantum Technology

Applied Materials•Santa Clara, CA

9d•$133,500 - $183,500

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 by using state-of-the-art materials engineering and semiconductor processing to enhance device performance. The Technical Project Manager will drive the development of new technology inflections in quantum information, bringing relevant quantum, industry, and project management experience. The role prepares and drives projects from conception and planning through implementation. It organizes team work, creates master program and project plans, manages schedules and task details, coordinates resources, and drives cross-functional teams to achieve milestones and on-time, within-budget objectives. The position provides technical and business-process input, coordinates with internal and external partners, and identifies and resolves project complications. This is a full-time role based in Santa Clara, California, with 10% travel and relocation eligibility. The listed salary range is $133,500–$183,500. The selected candidate’s compensation will depend on factors including location, hire grade, relevant knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, and candidates may be eligible for bonus and stock awards, as applicable.

Requirements

Relevant background in quantum technology, industry, and project management.
Conceptual and practical expertise in the role’s discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines.
Knowledge of best practices and how the role’s area integrates with others, as well as awareness of competition and market differentiators.
Ability to solve complex problems, assess multiple sources of information, and apply judgment.
Ability to explain difficult or sensitive information and build consensus.

Responsibilities

Prepare project plans and drive projects from conception and planning through implementation.
Participate in developing strategies, processes, and resources.
Manage project schedules and task details using project management tools, reports, tracking charts, checklists, and scheduling software.
Coordinate allocated divisional resources to achieve on-time and within-budget project objectives.
Participate in multifunctional teams comprising internal, external, and/or matrixed personnel to complete projects.
Provide technical input to team members to help achieve project goals.
Coordinate within the division to define objectives, provide status updates, and prepare for release and deployment.
Provide engineering and business-process expertise to teams and other members on standard programs and issues.
Identify and resolve potential project complications and develop solutions.
Organize team work and create a master program plan and project plans.
Create a master schedule of milestones and drive cross-functional teams to meet them.
Participate in partner and customer meetings to drive schedules.