Quantum Project Manager Jobs

Introduction
IBM Quantum is an industry first initiative to build universal quantum computers for business, engineering and science. This effort includes advancing the entire quantum computing technology stack and exploring applications to make quantum broadly usable and accessible. With a worldwide network of Fortune 500 companies, academic institutions, researchers, educators, and enthusiasts, we are committed to driving innovation for our clients in the IBM Quantum Network and the Qiskit Community.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As an IBM Quantum Project Manager, you will initiate, track and report the organization’s strategy and initiatives. You are a critical thinker comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you will work alongside all levels of management, program managers, product owners, and technical leaders, managing projects and costs throughout the software development life-cycle. You can motivate and guide team members to help improve team efficiency driving complex projects while promoting and instilling an agile culture. Your above-average organizational skills and sound project management methodologies will help you quickly pull together multiple teams striving for a common goal. Your responsibilities include:
Coordinate planning across business and technical requirements to deliver 3rd party integration for run-time-based services.
Manage cross-functional projects setting scope expectations and schedules with the development teams.
Track the execution of work to ensure deliverables align with milestones and timelines.
Responsible for effective communication (announcements, status, blockers, dependencies) with development teams.
Keep track of project financials where needed.
Use sound judgment to perform problem & risk management and develop a mitigation plan.
Roll out product changes (OKR, Road-map management)
This position can be located anywhere in the US.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• 5+ years of demonstrated success managing large complex projects.
• Hands-on experience with GitHub, Zenhub, JIRA and other project management tools.
• A self-motivated and driven individual who can work independently as well as in multi-team settings.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Team player with a flexible mindset and ability to adapt to changes.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Experience as a software developer a definite asset
• Project Management Professional certification (PMP, PgMP, ITIL)
• Proficient with Airtable, Mural, Keynote.
• Understanding of quantum computing and industry dynamics

IBM Quantum is an industry first initiative to build universal quantum computers for business, engineering and science

This job requires you to provide your COVID-19 vaccination status with supporting documentation, where legally permissible.

In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

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At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being

- Financial programs such as 401(k), the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs

• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
• Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals
• Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.
We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.