Director, TPM (System Engineering)

Job Summary

PsiQuantum is seeking an experienced Director , Technical Program Manager (TPM) to drive complex, cross-functional engineering initiatives across hardware, electronics, photonics, quantum system and operation teams. As a TPM, you will play a critical role in coordinating development across diverse technical areas - bridging quantum physics, photonic chips, electronics, hardware, cryogenic systems, and optical interconnect integration.

You will report to the SVP of System Engineering, and lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver against highly ambitious goals under aggressive timelines. Success in this role requires a solid engineering background, excellent communication, and exceptional organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Program Ownership : Define, plan, and execute complex technical programs spanning multiple engineering teams (System, Hardware, Photonics, Electronics, Hardware, Software), and Operations.
• Schedule Management : Build and maintain program timelines, identify critical paths, manage dependencies, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Cross-functional Coordination : Act as the central point of contact between engineering, operation, fabrication partners, and leadership teams.
• Risk Mitigation : Identify program risks early and drive mitigation plans with relevant stakeholders.
• Milestone Tracking : Develop clear goals, metrics, and milestones; ensure alignment across technical leads and stakeholders.
• Communication : Provide concise, transparent updates to leadership, and facilitate decision-making through data and technical insights.
• Process Improvement : Help develop and improve project tracking systems, workflows, and communication strategies in a fast-evolving R&D environment.
• Documentation & Reporting : Maintain program artifacts such as plans, status reports, and post-mortems to ensure learnings are captured and shared.

Experience / Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

PsiQuantum provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. PsiQuantum does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable laws.

Note : PsiQuantum will only reach out to you using an official PsiQuantum email address and will never ask you for bank account information as part of the interview process. Please report any suspicious activity to recruiting@psiquantum.com .

We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.

Compensation : The ranges below reflect the target ranges for a new hire base salary. One is for the Bay Area (within 50 miles of HQ, Palo Alto), the second one (if applicable) is for elsewhere in the US (beyond 50 miles of HQ, Palo Alto). If there is only one range, it is for the specific location of where the position will be located. Actual compensation may vary outside of these ranges and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to a candidate\'s qualifications including relevant education and training, competencies, experience, geographic location, and business needs. Base pay is only one part of the total compensation package. Full time roles are eligible for equity and benefits. Base pay is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

U.S. Base Pay Range : $225,000 — $260,000 USD

Bay Area Pay Range : $245,000 — $285,000 USD

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