Senior Technical Project Manager, Software

Oxford Ionics; Oxford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Annual bonus

Generous leave

Private medical & dental

Job summary

Oxford Ionics, part of IonQ, is hiring a Senior Technical Project Manager to join the Software team. You will orchestrate software deliverables for the Quantum Operating System stack, partnering with engineering, systems, and product teams to meet ambitious delivery milestones.

Ideal candidates bring deep SDLC expertise, proven cross-functional leadership, and a passion for quantum computing, with experience in deep-tech projects and strong communication across stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience leading software projects across cross-functional teams in deep-tech.
• Ability to plan, resource, and mitigate risks to meet multi-product timelines.
• Strong communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage software deliverables within the Quantum Operating System stack.
• Coordinate with engineering, hardware, and product teams to align roadmaps.
• Identify risks, track milestones, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Provide leadership to teams and optimize project execution.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Multi-project management

Problem solving

Education

Physics/CS/EE degree

PM certification

Tools

GitHub

Jira/Confluence

Microsoft Project

SmartSheet

Job description

Quantum is now, and it's built here.

Oxford Ionics, now part of IonQ, is pioneering the next generation of quantum computing. Using our world-leading trapped-ion technology, we’re building the most powerful, accurate and reliable quantum systems to tackle problems that today’s supercomputers cannot solve.

Joining Oxford Ionics means becoming part of a global IonQ team that is transforming the future of quantum technology - faster, at scale, and with real world impact.

What to expect:

We are looking for a Senior Technical Project Manager to join our Software team at Oxford Ionics. You will be part of a cross‑functional Quantum Operating System team whose mission is to develop software that runs the world's best quantum computers to solve the world’s most complex problems.

This role requires deep cross‑functional engagement across our organization, especially with teams focusing on the quantum computers software stack and systems integration. You will be responsible for working with other project managers, technical staff, and cross functional teams to orchestrate the execution and delivery of key functionality for the Quantum Operating System software stack.

What you'll be responsible for:

In this position, you will work with technical leadership to develop and manage software deliverables and integration, in alignment with overall business objectives and multi‑product timelines. You’ll have the opportunity to own strategic project management to ensure plans meet delivery deadlines, directly contributing to our research and development goals of Oxford Ionics.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic leadership to project management, including proactively identifying potential risks, creating mitigation plans, confirming plans are properly resourced.
• Verifying that teams have developed adequate architecture, design and test plans to meet delivery deadlines.
• Applying project management practices to manage timelines, budgets, risk and resources effectively. Reporting to appropriate stakeholders and working cross functionally to resolve any problems.
• Providing situational leadership to teams, setting clear expectations, removing obstacles, assigning tasks, and proactively managing schedules and risks, especially in critical projects like implementing technology into engineering systems.
• Communicating project status in a clear and transparent manner to all stakeholders, including flagging risks and mitigation plans regularly.

To be successful, you will need a deep technical understanding of the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) as well as prior experience as a Technical Project Manager. You will have a track record of managing software related projects for high‑performing teams delivering complex projects in the 'deep tech' sector, such as quantum computing, robotics, aerospace, autonomous vehicles, or similar. This role will suit people with a desire to be at the forefront of ground‑breaking technological advancements, a passion for quantum computing is key but no prior experience is necessary.

You’d be a great fit with:

• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies, such as GitHub, Jira/Confluence, Microsoft Project, SmartSheet etc.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams.
• Strong communication skills, with experience communicating technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical abilities, with a keen eye for detail and an innovative mindset.
• Additional experience would be beneficial such as a degree in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related technical field and/or project management certification. Working knowledge of quantum computing concepts, principles and technologies would be a plus.

Be part of a team that’s shaping the future of quantum. We offer more than just a role, you’ll join a world class community of scientists, engineers and innovators working to unlock the full potential of quantum computing.

We offer a range of benefits, including opportunities to further your career alongside industry leaders, a competitive salary with IonQ stock options, an annual performance bonus, generous annual leave, flexible hybrid working, private medical and dental insurance for you and your family, and much more.

Join us and be part of the future of quantum computing.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.