Sr Technical Program Manager - Infrastructure and R&D Projects, AWS Center for Quantum Computing

Amazon; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 148,700 - 201,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

RSUs

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Sr Technical Program Manager for Infrastructure and R&D Projects at the AWS Center for Quantum Computing in Pasadena, CA. You will drive complex, cross‑functional programs across internal teams and external collaborators, shaping project management standards and lifecycle practices in a fast‑paced lab environment.

The role requires deep domain knowledge of R&D operations in quantum technologies, strong communication skills, and experience managing high‑visibility programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science or equivalent.
• 7+ years working directly with engineering teams.
• 5+ years of technical product or program management experience.
• Experience in project management disciplines including scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk and critical path management.
• Experience leading highly technical programs involving infrastructure, complex systems, systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Manage infrastructure and R&D projects across internal teams and external collaborators.
• Contribute to defining technical project management standards across the Center of Quantum Computing.
• Help shape project management practices and lifecycle visibility to leadership.
• Leverage knowledge of quantitative risk management, reviews, and requirements management.

Skills

Technical program management

Cross-functional leadership

Risk management

Communications

Agile and Waterfall

Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science

Master's degree or PhD in related field

Job description

Sr Technical Program Manager - Infrastructure and R&D Projects, AWS Center for Quantum Computing

Job ID: 3202524 | Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.

The AWS Center for Quantum Computing is a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and technicians, all working to develop quantum computing technology capable of delivering value to customers.

We are looking for a senior technical program manager to support infrastructure and R&D projects. This role will tackle a grab bag of high-profile projects that require working across internal teams as well as with external collaborators. This fast paced role will need to leverage in-depth domain knowledge around R&D for quantum computing technologies to anticipate efficient lab operations while also navigating evolving infrastructure needs.

You will leverage your experience in managing complex technical programs to make data-informed decisions at a programmatic level. In this role, you will also support the definition of technical project management standards across the Center of Quantum Computing. Additionally, as an experienced project manager, you will have the opportunity to contribute to shaping our general project management practices across the organization, including improving our general lifecycle approach for projects and increasing visibility of project progress to other teams and senior leadership. Familiarity with system engineering topics that intersect with project management, such as quantitative risk management, reviews, and requirements management is highly desirable.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science or equivalent
• 7+ years of working directly with engineering teams experience
• 5+ years of technical product or program management experience
• Experience in project management disciplines including scope, schedule, budget, quality, along with risk and critical path management
• Experience leading highly technical programs involving infrastructure, complex systems, systems engineering

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing engagements using both Waterfall and Agile/Iterative methodologies
• Experience in written and oral communication, including the ability to communicate with all levels in the organization (technical, business, executive)
• Master's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, material science, physics or equivalent, or PhD
• Experience working in an R&D context in the semiconductor industry.
• Knowledge of superconducting microwave devices or superconducting qubits.
• Experience planning, developing and operating R&D labs in a quantum computing context.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.

USA, CA, Pasadena - 148,700.00 - 201,200.00 USD annually

Posted: June 22, 2026 (Updated about 2 hours ago)