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# Principal Technical Program Manager

- **Company:** Atom Computing
- **Location:** Berkeley, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $175,000.0 - $200,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Quantum Computing, Functional Dependencies
- **Published:** June 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=904c26b2424c0a31

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Testing (project management phases)?, * BS, MS, or PhD in engineering, physics, or a related field.

 * 10+ years' experience of systems engineering, quantum, and/or R&D program management experience at multi-disciplinary, deep tech companies, * Program management experience in advanced technology
 * Technical expertise in quantum computing and AMO physics or ability and willingness to learn
 * Documented history of delivering early-stage deep tech programs or products from inception to delivery.
 * Experience operating autonomously across multiple teams, demonstrating critical thinking and thought leadership.
 * Experience working with technical management teams to develop systems, solutions, and products.
 * Organizational, coordination, and multi-tasking expertise.
 * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills involving large-scale systems.
 * Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to teamwork

## Description

* Provide program management for operation and upgrades of existing neutral atom quantum computing hardware
 * Manage a portfolio of research projects to advance the Atom Computing roadmap and deliver on capabilities needed for future system generations
 * Collaborate with scientific, engineering, and business owners to define program requirements, set priorities, and establish engineering execution plans to meet the requirements.
 * Manage cross functional dependencies, risks, and changes effectively by optimizing scope, schedule, and resources accordingly.
 * Partner with cross functional teams to drive technical analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and post implementation phases.
 * Define and track key metrics and key quality and performance indicators and drive cross functional execution of program deliverables.
 * Develop and own communication plans to effectively and proactively communicate program status, issues, and risks to stakeholders.
 * Proactively identify and analyze complex technical problems with engineering leaders and stakeholders to find solutions.
 * Advise on the Atom Computing roadmap as informed by progress of existing hardware and advanced research projects
 * Work with technical managers and other program managers to balance the time of the technical team in pursuit of advanced tech and main processor line development
 * Support grant applications relating to the project portfolio and advise on other applications as needed
 * Collaborate with partners who can help Atom Computing achieve its advanced technology goals


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