Head of Global Quantum System Deployments

Rigetti And Company Inc; Fremont, Berkeley (CA, CA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Rigetti Computing is seeking a Director of Quantum System Deployment & Field Engineering to lead the global deployment, integration, commissioning, and lifecycle support of our on-premise quantum computing systems. You will build and lead Rigetti’s Field Engineering organization, ensuring successful delivery from factory acceptance to customer installation and handoff.

You will work across Hardware, Manufacturing, Quantum, Software, and Program Management to meet Rigetti’s performance,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience deploying, integrating, or supporting complex hardware systems.
• 3+ years of people management.
• Strong systems engineering integrating mechanical, electrical, software, networking, and controls.
• Willingness to travel globally (30-40%).
• Experience with quantum computing, cryogenic systems, RF/microwave systems, semiconductor equipment, or scientific instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and scale Rigetti’s global Field Engineering organization.
• Own the end-to-end deployment of on-premise quantum computing systems, including site readiness, installation, system integration, commissioning, customer acceptance, and operational handoff.
• Lead deployment of complex systems, including superconducting quantum processors, dilution refrigerators, RF/microwave hardware, control electronics, networking, and supporting infrastructure.
• Serve as the senior technical escalation point during customer deployments and field operations.
• Establish deployment processes, field engineering standards, training, documentation, and operational metrics.
• Partner cross-functionally with Hardware Engineering, Manufacturing, Software, Program Management, and Customer Success to improve deployment readiness, reliability, and customer experience.
• Drive continuous improvements in deployment efficiency, serviceability, and lifecycle support.

Skills

Global deployment leadership

End-to-end deployment

Systems engineering

Technical escalation leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Site readiness & installation

Travel willingness

Customer-facing leadership

Education

Master's degree in Physics or Engineering

PhD preferred

Job description

Rigetti Computing is seeking a Director of Quantum System Deployment & Field Engineering to lead the global deployment, integration, commissioning, and lifecycle support of our on-premise quantum computing systems. You will build and lead Rigetti’s Field Engineering organization, ensuring successful delivery from factory acceptance to customer installation and handoff.

You will work across Hardware, Manufacturing, Quantum, Software, and Program Management to meet Rigetti’s performance,