Lead product strategy and development for cryogenic systems in quantum computing. Oversee R&D, cross-functional collaboration, and market analysis to drive competitive products.
Maybell Quantum is seeking an exceptional Lead Product Manager to lead our hardware product strategy and drive the development of cutting-edge cryogenic systems for quantum computing applications. Our ideal team member is a technical leader with deep domain expertise in cryogenic systems who can translate complex scientific requirements into market-leading products. They possess a strong R&D background, excellent technical communication skills, and can effectively bridge the gap between advanced research and commercial product development in a fast-paced startup environment.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute comprehensive product strategy for cryogenic systems, aligning technical capabilities with market opportunities to enable high growth trajectory
- Lead cross-functional collaboration between R&D, engineering, and commercial teams to deliver competitive products on schedule
- Conduct deep technical market analysis to identify customer needs, competitive positioning, and emerging technology trends
- Partner with R&D leadership to translate research breakthroughs into commercially viable product roadmaps
- Work closely with engineering teams to establish product specifications, performance targets, and design requirements for cryogenic systems
- Engage directly with key customers and technical stakeholders to gather requirements and validate product concepts
- Drive go-to-market strategies, including technical positioning, competitive differentiation, and customer education initiatives
- Oversee product lifecycle management from concept through commercialization and end-of-life planning
- Lead technical product discussions with customers, partners, and industry experts at conferences and technical forums
- Establish product performance metrics and success criteria aligned with business objectives
- Mentor and develop product management capabilities within the organization
Basic Qualifications
- 7+ years of professional experience in product management or related technical roles in the hardware space
- 3+ years of hands-on R&D experience in cryogenic systems, quantum computing, or adjacent deep tech fields
- Proven track record of scaling product organizations and bringing complex hardware products from concept to market in high-growth environments
- Experience leading product development in fast-growth hardware startups with rapid iteration cycles and resource constraints
- Deep understanding of cryogenic system design, performance characteristics, and application requirements
Preferred Skills and Experience
- 10+ years combined experience in R&D and product management within quantum computing, cryogenics, or scientific instrumentation
- Demonstrated success scaling product teams and processes in high-growth hardware startups - Series A through IPO experience preferred
- Experience managing rapid product development cycles with aggressive timelines and evolving market requirements
- Track record of building product management function from ground up in fast-scaling organizations
- Direct experience with dilution refrigerators, pulse tube systems, or related cryogenic technologies
- Strong publication record or patent portfolio in relevant technical areas
- Experience managing product portfolios with complex customer requirements and compressed development cycles in startup environments
- Ph.D. in physics, mechanical engineering, or related field with focus on cryogenic systems or quantum technologies or MBA or equivalent business experience
- Experience working with government, academic, and commercial research customers while managing rapid organizational growth
Base salary: $120,000 - $220,000
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