Project Manager

IQM Quantum Computers

. Plan and run projects end to end, including work breakdown, schedules, dependencies, and milestones .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeMunich • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including planning, scheduling, and risk management, particularly in high-tech and research-driven environments. Proficient in aligning cross-functional teams and communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

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Project ManagementJiraConfluenceGrant ManagementQuantum Technology

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Hard Skills

Work BreakdownSchedulingDependency MappingRisk IdentificationTechnical Reporting

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationTeam MotivationConflict MediationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

JiraConfluence

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPIPMAPRINCE2AgileScrum

Industry Keywords

High-TechDeep-TechResearch AdministrationHorizon EuropeQuantum Computing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and run projects end to end, including work breakdown, schedules, dependencies, and milestones
Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, product, finance, and external partners
Run project meetings, status reviews, and clear follow-ups
Track progress, tasks, and deliverables in Jira and Confluence
Identify risks, delays, and resourcing gaps early and drive corrective actions
Keep budgets, milestones, and reporting transparent for internal steering and leadership
Turn technical progress into clear updates for non-specialist audiences
Prepare reports for public funders and maintain alignment with contractual and funding requirements
Align timelines and interdependencies across work packages with technical leads
Improve project management practices, templates, trackers, and scalable ways of working
Support the internal process for selecting, approving, and initiating new grant projects
Own reporting to funding agencies and maintain direct contact with them
Take technical and R&D projects in quantum technology from planning through delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

A degree in engineering, physics, project management, or a related field; equivalent experience counts just as much
3+ years in project management or project coordination, ideally in high-tech, deep-tech, or research driven organizations
Experience in grant management, research administration, or collaborative R&D coordination in high-tech or scientific environments in Germany, with German funding agencies and ministries such as BMFTR (formerly BMBF) or DLR Projektträger
Hands-on skills in work breakdown, scheduling, and dependency mapping
Experience running projects in Jira and Confluence, plus solid documentation habits
Comfort with ambiguity and iterative R&D work, where plans change and answers arrive late
A clear communication style that adapts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to align and motivate teams you don't line manage, and to mediate when priorities collide
Professional level English
German at C1 level
Project management certification such as PMP, IPMA, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum is an advantage
Experience with European programmes such as Horizon Europe is an advantage
Familiarity with quantum computing, semiconductors, cryogenics, other advanced quantum hardware R&D, or quantum software and algorithm development is an advantage
Experience setting up project management practices or tools in a scaling organization is an advantage

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid setups
Flexible hours
IQM’s Learning Hub
LinkedIn Learning
Team-based L&D budget
Flat hierarchy and direct access to leadership
Opportunities to publish papers and run hackathons
Opportunity to build know-how for the quantum ecosystem