Technical Project Manager, Quantum Software

As a Technical Project Manager for Quantum Software at HRL, you will be responsible for a range of important tasks. You'll manage and evolve our unique agile software development process, ensuring that project milestones are met and risks are mitigated. Your role will include documenting software requirements, leading technical design reviews, and communicating with various stakeholders to prioritize project scope, timelines, and strategic initiatives.

To qualify for the Technical Project Manager role in Quantum Software at HRL, you should have over ten years of professional experience, including at least five years managing multidisciplinary engineering projects. A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or Physics is required, along with proficiency in multiple programming languages and a solid understanding of project management tools and methodologies. PMP certification is a plus!

Essential skills for a Technical Project Manager at HRL include strong communication abilities, both written and oral, excellent planning and organization, and the ability to build partnerships with cross-functional stakeholders. Additionally, a detailed-oriented approach and a solid understanding of computer science fundamentals, such as operating systems and algorithms, are crucial for success in this role.

The salary range for the Technical Project Manager position in Quantum Software at HRL is between $177,400 and $221,800, excluding potential bonuses and benefits. This range is determined based on your location, skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The recruiter can provide more details about specific compensation during the hiring process.

Yes, U.S. Citizenship is required for the Technical Project Manager position in Quantum Software at HRL. Additionally, candidates must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance as part of the role.

In your response, focus on specific agile methodologies you have implemented. Share examples where your management of the agile process led to successful project outcomes, emphasizing communication and adaptability.

Discuss your strategies for risk assessment and mitigation. Include examples from past projects where identifying risks early on and implementing plans helped in successfully delivering the project.

Share your favorite project management tools and discuss how they have aided in your organization and tracking of project progress. Explain the methodologies you align with and their impact on productivity.

Your answer should highlight your communication skills. Describe methods you use to ensure stakeholders' requirements are met while keeping the project on track, possibly using visuals and regular updates.

Share a particular experience where you effectively negotiated project scope. Explain your approach and how it resulted in a beneficial outcome for both stakeholders and the project.

Discuss techniques for maintaining comprehensive project documentation and leveraging tools that make it easily accessible to team members. Highlight the importance of documentation in project management.

Detail a specific instance where you led a technical design review. Explain the process you followed, how you facilitated discussions, and steps you took to ensure all perspectives were considered.

List the programming languages you know and explain how your proficiency allows you to communicate effectively with your development team, anticipate challenges, and influence technical decisions.

Share your methods for motivating team members, such as recognition, open communication, and providing personal development opportunities, which lead to a more engaged project team.

Discuss your vision for the future of quantum software development, touching on trends, emerging technologies, and how you believe project management can shift to accommodate these advancements.