Director of Engineering

Quantum Computing Inc.; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) in Hoboken, NJ seeks a Director of Engineering to lead the engineering organization and deliver high-quality, scalable technology aligned with strategic goals.

You will balance technical depth with leadership excellence, nurturing a culture of ownership and continuous improvement. In this role you will guide architecture decisions, oversee delivery, and collaborate with product, manufacturing, and leadership to prioritize initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of engineering experience, including 3–5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience leading distributed, high-performing engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of systems architecture, software engineering, and development operations.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and decision-making skills.
• Experience in fast-paced, scaling environments (startups, tech-focused enterprises).

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the engineering roadmap in alignment with company goals.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and career development to engineering managers and engineers.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, product, and operations to define priorities and scope.
• Oversee project execution, ensuring delivery timelines, budget, and quality standards are met.
• Establish and enforce engineering best practices, coding standards, and quality assurance processes.
• Drive continuous improvement in development processes, tools, and systems.
• Build and retain a world-class engineering team by recruiting, developing, and retaining top talent.
• Promote ownership, innovation, and accountability across the team.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and set growth objectives.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive product experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Systems architecture

Software engineering

DevOps / CI/CD

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering/Computer Science

Job description

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company’s portfolio of core technology and products offer unique capabilities in the areas of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cyber security as well as remote sensing applications.

Job Summary

The Director of Engineering leads the engineering team to deliver high-quality, innovative, and scalable technology solutions aligned with the company's strategic goals. This role balances technical depth with leadership excellence, fostering a high-performance engineering culture while ensuring timely and successful execution of engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the engineering roadmap in alignment with company goals.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and career development to engineering managers and engineers.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, product, and operations to define priorities and scope.
• Execution & Delivery
  • Oversee project execution, ensuring delivery timelines, budget, and quality standards are met.
  • Establish and enforce engineering best practices, coding standards, and quality assurance processes.
  • Drive continuous improvement in development processes, tools, and systems.
• Team Building & Talent Development
  • Build and retain a world-class engineering team by recruiting, developing, and retaining top talent.
  • Promote a culture of ownership, innovation, and accountability.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations and set growth objectives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner closely with cross-functional teams of Tech leads, Product, Manufacturing and other teams to deliver cohesive product experiences.
  • Represent engineering team in strategic planning, business reviews, and customer engagements as needed.
• Stay current with technology trends and evaluate their applicability to business needs.
• Make architectural decisions and oversee implementation of scalable, secure, and maintainable systems.
• Champion the use of modern technologies and development methodologies (e.g., Agile, CI/CD, DevSecOps).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of engineering experience, including 3–5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven experience leading distributed, high-performing engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of systems architecture, software engineering, and development operations.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and decision-making skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, scaling environment (e.g., startups, tech-focused enterprises).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with multiple engineering domains (FPGA, Embedded firmware, Software& applications, Electrical, Mechanical)
• Background in deep tech industry (FPGA, Quantum, Silicon Photonics).
• Familiarity with budget management and vendor negotiations.

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above. Statements outlined in this section are designated as essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.