IQM Quantum Computers

product manager in quantum computing

In short

This role leads product management for a full-stack quantum computing company, owning product strategy and governance across hardware, software, and cloud offerings while guiding the shift from research-era systems toward industrial quantum error correction. It requires building and leading a manager-of-managers product organization, working closely with R&D, Sales, and executive leadership. Candidates need 10+ years of senior product leadership experience, ideally in deep-tech or scientific product environments, plus strong executive communication skills. A hybrid work format with flexible hours is offered.

About IQM
IQM builds full-stack quantum computers, designing systems to tackle computational challenges beyond the practical limits of classical machines. Its systems support discoveries in fields such as medicine, energy, and technology.
Responsibilities
•Translate technical and R&D milestones into a clear, scalable product roadmap with internal stakeholders, including Technology teams
•Own product governance across on-premises hardware, software, integration, and cloud offerings
•Lead and build a high-performing Product team by developing individual growth
•Guide the shift from NISQ-era research systems toward industrial QEC and FTQC systems
•Identify new market opportunities, industries, and customer segments with Sales and Commercial teams, grounding the roadmap in customer demand
•Partner with executive leadership on strategic prioritization and budget planning
•Balance customer requirements, technical feasibility, and long-term strategy in product decisions
•Represent IQM at global summits, industry events, and executive-level forums
Requirements
•Master's or PhD in engineering, physics, computer science, business, or a related field
•10+ years of senior leadership experience in product management, including running manager-of-managers structures
•Experience in deep-tech, R&D-intensive, or scientific product environments, bringing complex, research-driven technology to market
•Track record of translating company strategy and customer insights into successful product strategy
•Experience translating technical innovation into scalable, commercially viable products
•Experience configuring a product portfolio to maximize customer value while optimizing commercial results
•Strong executive-level communication skills and ability to align diverse stakeholders across functions and geographies
•Comfort working with ambiguity and evolving priorities in a fast-moving deep-tech environment
Nice to have
•Prior experience in quantum computing or an adjacent deep-tech field
•Experience working with HPC centers, cloud providers, or sovereign cloud initiatives
•Prior experience with important business models and their evolution in a computing industry
Conditions
•Hybrid setups and flexible hours

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