Quantum Project Manager - (full-time)
Orange Quantum Systems
About OrangeQS
OrangeQS offers products to test performance of quantum chips. We are a fast-growing, venture-backed startup pioneering cutting-edge solutions in quantum chip testing. Our team combines leading physicists, engineers, and business professionals to bring next-generation quantum technologies from the lab to the real world.
Role
In your role as a sharp, hands-on Project Manager, you will coordinate complex technical projects, align cross-functional teams, and help us scale efficiently while navigating the challenges of deep-tech innovation.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of quantum R&D projects.
- Develop project timelines, milestones, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams (physics, hardware, software, business) to ensure alignment and timely execution.
- Manage relationships with research institutions, industry partners, and/or government agencies.
- Oversee grant-funded projects (e.g. EIC, Horizon Europe, national R&D programs), ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
- Monitor risks, dependencies, and priorities in a fast-changing tech landscape.
- Prepare and present project updates to leadership, investors, and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to funding applications, IP strategy discussions.
Qualifications
- 3–6 years experience in project or program management, ideally in deep tech, hardware, or scientific R&D.
- Strong understanding of the innovation lifecycle (from TRL 1–9).
- Excellent organizational and stakeholder management skills.
- Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary, technical teams.
- Familiarity with agile and classical PM methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Gantt, OKRs).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English required).
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in physics, engineering, computer science, or a related field.
- Comfortable operating in fast-paced, flexible startup setting.
- Extra: Experience in quantum computing, cryogenics, or quantum hardware.
- Extra: Familiarity with EU research funding mechanisms (e.g., EIC, ERC).
- Extra: Startup or venture-backed company experience.
- Extra: Experience managing lab-based or hardware R&D projects.
What you can expect from us
We offer a full-time position in an inspiring environment with a dedicated team of scientists and engineers at the forefront of quantum technology.
Orange Quantum Systems is operating at the heart of one of the leading hubs in quantum technology: the Quantum Delft ecosystem. By joining Orange Quantum Systems your work will have real impact on the development of technology for quantum devices.
How to apply
If you are a talented Project Manager, and you’re eager to lead groundbreaking projects in the field of quantum technology, we encourage you to apply. Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to recruitment@orangeqs.com.
Contract Type: Full-time
Reports To: Program Manager, Director of Engineering
