Technical Program Manager (Quantum Computing)

Location: Tel Aviv, Israel; hybrid work

Company

hirify.global develops hybrid hardware and software control systems for quantum computers, scaling from individual qubits to arrays of thousands.

What you will do

• Own delivery of platform modules and software releases from initial design through operation in a customer laboratory.
• Synchronize hardware, mechanical, FPGA, firmware, software, Quality, NPI, and Operations teams through a regular program cadence.
• Own Gantt planning, critical-chain analysis, dependencies, risks, Jira, Structure, and status reporting.
• Lead the transition from prototypes to repeatable production, including DVT, pilots, long-lead items, and manufacturing handoff.
• Run program gates from PDR to GA, define exit criteria, and drive software releases to schedule.
• Build frameworks and operating cadences that enable R&D to scale.

Requirements

• Proven experience taking a complex hardware and software system from prototype to repeatable, large-scale production in close collaboration with NPI and Operations.
• 8+ years of program management experience within R&D organizations, with a strong technical background and career progression in R&D.
• Experience managing complex hardware development projects involving boards and mechanical systems alongside firmware, FPGA, and/or software development, including large-scale system integration.
• Strong understanding of technical dependencies and critical paths, including their impact on overall program timelines.
• Strong command of Gantt planning and Jira, with experience maintaining accurate project plans and delivering timely status reports.
• Strong attention to detail, a big-picture perspective, clear communication of complex topics, and the ability to influence stakeholders without formal authority.
• Creative, proactive, hands-on, collaborative, and able to drive execution under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Fluent Hebrew and English required.

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience with AI tools and agentic workflows, including implementing AI-driven ways of working.
• Experience designing and implementing methodological frameworks, processes, and operating models adopted across teams.
• Experience scaling R&D organizations and processes in a startup-to-scale-up environment.
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical field.
• Background in quantum computing, RF and microwave technologies, scientific instrumentation, or other deep-tech domains.
• Experience with Agile at scale or leading Agile transformation initiatives.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a cross-functional R&D environment spanning hardware, software, NPI, Operations, Product, and Quality.
• Hybrid work from the Tel Aviv office.
• Collaborate directly with senior management and report to the Director of Program Management.
• Operate in a fast-changing environment focused on scaling quantum-computing technology.