Product Solution Physicist
Quantum Machines is the global leader in control systems for quantum computing, a field on the verge of exponential growth, bringing about opportunities like those made possible with the invention of classical computing 50 years ago.
We are assembling the strongest team of professionals in the world with the goal of revolutionizing how quantum computers are built, controlled, and accelerating their arrival. Quantum Machines is backed by top tier investors such as Battery Ventures, TLV Partners and Red Dot Capital.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an enthusiastic quantum physicist with a profound understanding of the rapidly evolving quantum technologies landscape and business-oriented mindset. The ideal candidate will lead the technological aspects of enduring relationships, provide market insights to support product development, and relish the challenges of outbound deep-tech interactions in a competitive, fast-growing market.
As a Quantum Solution Physicist, you will have a direct and immediate impact on the company’s success by stirring the product roadmap, managing the technical aspects of a significant cohort of customers and opportunities, and delivering the Quantum Machines vision and value proposition.
Responsibilities:
- Domain Expertise: Retain, develop, and leverage deep quantum computing scientific and technological expertise in a specific domain to support decision-making and roadmap planning processes within the company.
- Product Development: Deeply understand and prioritize customer needs and requirements to direct product development process.
- Tech Lead: Own the technological aspect of a significant cohort of customers and opportunities, and develop relationships and partnerships. Create detailed technical plans to deliver our value proposition for potential customers.
- Resource Development: Develop and efficiently leverage technical company go-to-market resources (application notes, white papers etc.).
- Ph.D./M.Sc. in Physics or Electrical Engineering.
- Experience in experimental quantum computing is an advantage.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; excellent presentation skills.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills; A self-driven individual with high level of independence and discipline.
- Willingness to travel to customers and prospects regularly.
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