Director, Quantum Technology & Systems Innovation

GlobalFoundries; Town of Malta (NY); On-site; USD 198,000 - 333,000; Full time

Job summary

GlobalFoundries is seeking a Sr. Director to lead GF Labs Quantum Technology Solutions, driving the development and execution of quantum technology programs.

The role focuses on integrating diverse modalities and scaling an at-scale quantum execution organization, with emphasis on cryo-CMOS and cross-disciplinary collaboration. The candidate will oversee a large, multidisciplinary team of quantum physicists, engineers, and project managers, directing strategy, operations, and budgets to deliver

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in semiconductor or quantum R&D.
• Deep technical breadth across BEOL integration, photonics, or quantum modalities in at least two areas (superconducting qubits, silicon spin qubits, photonics, ion traps, neutral atoms).
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Willingness to travel 25+%.
• Location: GF fab locations in NY or VT.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the GF Labs Quantum roadmap aligned with industry needs and strategic customer engagements.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and mentoring of a large, multidisciplinary team of quantum professionals.
• Plan and execute customer joint development programs to accelerate quantum systems with >1 million qubits.
• Build strategic partnerships with quantum materials/tools providers, research institutions, and universities.
• Communicate milestones and ROI to business stakeholders to advocate quantum initiatives.
• Oversee system integration and cryo-operations-focused hardware reliability, with OKR-driven management.
• Manage 8-quarter budget planning and performance for large-scale R&D.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Semiconductor R&D

English fluency

Travel willingness

Education

MS/PhD in Physics / EE / Materials Science

Job description

GlobalFoundries is seeking a Sr. Director to lead GF Labs Quantum Technology Solutions, driving the development and execution of quantum technology programs.

The role focuses on integrating diverse modalities and scaling an at-scale quantum execution organization, with emphasis on cryo-CMOS and cross-disciplinary collaboration. The candidate will oversee a large, multidisciplinary team of quantum physicists, engineers, and project managers, directing strategy, operations, and budgets to deliver