Overview
At Microsoft Quantum, we aim to empower science and scientists to solve the world’s biggest problems by realizing advanced computing platforms at the intersection of high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, and quantum information technology. Microsoft Quantum will change the world of computing and help solve some of humankind’s currently unsolvable problems. For more information about our team, visit https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/quantum. Microsoft’s Quantum organization is building fault‑tolerant quantum computing systems at the intersection of physics, hardware, software, and large‑scale systems integration.
We are seeking a Senior Engineering Planning Coordinator – Quantum Systems Integration to lead Quantum Systems Engineering programs, driving end‑to‑end execution across complex, multidisciplinary engineering efforts.
In this role, you will operate as a technical planner of systems engineering activities and partnering with the Systems Integration Manager for execution owning the how and the when for system‑level programs that span qubit technologies, cryogenic infrastructure, control and readout, fabrication, packaging, and software integration. You will bring clarity to ambiguity, translate system architectures and requirements into executable plans, and ensure delivery against aggressive milestones in a fast‑moving research and development environment.
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Responsibilities
Program Leadership & System Execution: Own end‑to‑end execution of Quantum Systems Integration programs, translating system architecture and engineering constraints into integrated plans with clear ownership, milestones, and success criteria, and driving coordinated execution across subsystems to ensure alignment on sequencing, interfaces, and integration points.
Systems Integration & Readiness: Partner closely with Systems, Hardware, Software, and Physics teams to ensure technically sound program plans, lead system‑level gate reviews to drive cross‑functional alignment, and proactively surface and resolve cross‑team risks impacting hardware, facilities, supply chain, testing, and integration readiness.
Operating Cadence & Execution Rigor: Establish and run program operating rhythm, maintain dynamic schedules and risk plans aligned to PM deliverables, and ensure rigorous tracking and follow‑through on actions, decisions, and milestones across matrixed engineering teams.
Technical Partnership & Communication: Serve as a technical partner to engineering leads, translating complex information into clear program narratives, producing high‑quality decision‑enabling artifacts, and delivering crisp, data‑backed execution updates in cross‑org and leadership forums.
Structure and Processes: Influence highly specialized technical teams without formal authority to drive accountability and alignment, evolve systems engineering processes to improve execution quality and predictability, and foster a collaborative, execution‑focused culture aligned with Microsoft values.
Other
- Embody our culture and values.
Qualifications
Required/minimum qualifications
Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 1+ year(s) experience in industry or in a research and development environment, could include completion of a post doctoral research position
- OR Master's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 4+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
- OR equivalent experience.
**Other Requirements **
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
- Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
- Citizenship & Citizenship Verification: This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide either proof of their country of citizenship or proof of their U.S. permanent residency or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the export-controlled information. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate’s citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable.
Ability to leverage AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency (e.g., performance modeling and analysis, research gathering, day to day task automation).
Ability to work in an “AI-first” environment using modern AI tools to accelerate discovery through hardware development.
**Preferred Qualifications **
Doctorate in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment, could include completion of a post doctoral research position
- OR Master's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 6+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
- OR Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years experience in industry or in a research and development environment
- OR equivalent experience.
Proven track record driving large, cross‑disciplinary technical programs from concept through delivery.
Strong systems‑level thinking, with the ability to reason about interfaces, dependencies, and integration risks across hardware and software domains.
Demonstrated ability to build structured plans in ambiguous, fast‑changing technical environments.
Experience in quantum systems, advanced hardware, physics‑driven R&D, or high‑performance computing environments.
Experience leading programs with external stakeholders (e.g., research partners, government programs, suppliers).
Familiarity with systems engineering processes, readiness reviews, and complex lab‑ or facility‑based deployments.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with comfort communicating at both deep technical and executive levels.
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Quantum Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $158,400 - $258,000 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
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