Group Product Manager - Quantum Networking
Core
Lead full-stack product strategy for IonQ's quantum networking systems, bridging photonic/atomic devices, entanglement generation, and control plane orchestration to solve complex problems.
Role type
Group Product Manager (Quantum Networking & Devices)
Builds
Quantum networking systems, cloud/SaaS interfaces, and developer APIs for entanglement distribution
Domain
Quantum computing, photonics, atomic physics, and classical networking
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Quantum optics/photonics fluency, classical networking protocols, SaaS product experience, cross-functional leadership, technical trade-off analysis, executive communication
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in physics/EE, hands-on quantum repeaters/QKD experience, trapped-ion/neutral-atom background, US government/defense customer experience, standards body involvement
Technologies
Quantum repeaters, quantum memories, QKD systems, ion-photon interfaces, entanglement protocols, photonic components, control planes
Responsibilities
Define multi-year product roadmap for quantum networking and devices; Drive business growth by identifying market opportunities and supporting sales; Lead cross-functional execution translating physics capabilities into product specs; Shape quantum networking cloud/SaaS surface and developer APIs; Serve as product authority for customers/partners; Contribute to functional planning and budgeting; Set methods and frameworks for evaluating networking investments
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight