The Role Rigetti's quantum systems require tight coordination between research scientists, hardware engineers, and control systems. As a Senior TPM, you'll own the planning and execution of large technical programs that bring these components together into deployable quantum systems. You'll operate in a fast-moving deep-tech environment where many efforts are research-driven and technically ambiguous, requiring strong judgment, technical understanding, and execution discipline. What You'll Do Program Leadership • Own the end-to-end delivery of complex technical programs at the system level • Build and maintain program roadmaps, milestones, and integration schedules for quantum system releases • Drive execution across multiple engineering teams while maintaining alignment with company priorities Cross-Functional Execution • Coordinate work between teams, including: • Quantum device and fabrication • Cryogenic, control hardware, and software • Manage dependencies and integration across the quantum computing stack Systems Integration • Lead cross-team integration planning for new quantum processor generations and system deployments • Ensure alignment between research milestones and engineering deliverables • Track readiness across hardware, firmware, and software layers Risk & Decision Management • Identify technical, schedule, and operational risks early • Facilitate data-driven decisions with engineering leadership • Drive resolution of cross-team blockers and competing priorities Operational Excellence • Establish scalable program management practices for deep-tech R&D • Improve engineering planning, milestone tracking, and program reporting • Support leadership with clear program visibility and status reporting Required Qualifications • 7+ years of experience in technical program management, engineering program management, or systems engineering • Experience delivering complex multidisciplinary technology programs • Strong understanding of hardware and software system development lifecycles • Demonstrated ability to lead programs across multiple specialized engineering teams • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills • Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, research-driven environments Preferred Qualifications • Experience in quantum computing, semiconductors, advanced hardware systems, or deep-tech startups • Background working with R&D organizations or research-to-product transitions • Experience with large-scale system integration programs • Familiarity with Agile or hybrid development models in hardware/software environments • Degree in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline