Quantum Systems R&D Manager - Trapped-Ion HW & Strategy

Quantinuum

Broomfield (CO)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 225,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k) match

Equity and 401k retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Paid parental leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Quantinuum in Broomfield, CO seeks an R&D Manager for Commercial System Manager to lead a diverse team delivering trapped-ion quantum computer designs and hardware. The role blends technical leadership with people management, requiring strong expertise in QCCD trapped-ion systems and hardware development practices.

You will mentor staff, coordinate with leadership and program managers, and drive system development processes for future products.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
8+ years of technical R&D experience (including graduate school).
5+ years in the development/operation of AMO and/or QC systems.

Responsibilities

Own system-level design, build, and development for next-gen Quantinuum systems including architecture, operation concepts, procurement, construction planning, integration, configuration management, and verification.
Guide technical trade studies to reduce risks and mature concepts into concrete designs.
Develop test plans and coordinate handoffs with subsystem leads (electrical, optical, microfabrication, software, vacuum, cryogenic).
Set strategic team plans with milestones, gates, and interdependencies with partners.
Manage programmatic execution: track progress, allocate resources, prioritize work, and identify risks.
Mentor, coach and train engineers; hire staff; support career development; conduct performance reviews and compensation decisions.