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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Technical Program Manager - **Company:** Atom Computing - **Location:** Berkeley, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $170,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Quantum Computing, Functional Dependencies - **Published:** June 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1210d1a315f392b0 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Testing (project management phases)?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * BS, MS, or PhD in engineering, physics, or a related field. * 5+ 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 We are seeking a Senior Technical Program Manager who will oversee the operation and upgrade of existing neutral atom quantum computing systems while managing a portfolio of research programs that accelerate the Atom Computing roadmap., * 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 contribute to the definition of program requirements, priorities, and establish engineering execution plans to meet the requirements * Manage cross functional dependencies, risks, and changes effectively by monitoring scope, schedule, and resources, and escalating optimization needs 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 execute communication plans to effectively and proactively communicate program status, issues, and risks to stakeholders. * Proactively identify and analyze technical problems with engineering leaders and stakeholders to find solutions. * Collaborate with technical managers and other program managers to ensure efficient allocation of the technical team's time 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 ## Related Videos - [Quantum Computing - How Does It Work, How Will it Affect Us and When?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100293-quantum-computing-how-does-it-work-how-will-it-affect-us-and-when) - [Quantum Computing - The tiny and the big challenges](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/934-quantum-computing-the-tiny-and-the-big-challenges) - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [A Guide To Functional Programming](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/408-a-guide-to-functional-programming) - [Quantum Tech: Preparing for the Next Leap](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1693-quantum-tech-preparing-for-the-next-leap) - [The Quantum Computing Future](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1145-the-quantum-computing-future) ## Related Articles - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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