Manager, Strategy & Business Operations

Job Description

Job Title: Manager, Strategy and Central Business Operations. Location: Palo Alto, California, United States

PsiQuantum’s Strategy and Central Business Operations team seeks a talented professional to support executive operations, corporate strategy & cross-functional initiatives; This role offers exposure to top leadership and plays a vital part in shaping the company’s long-term direction.

Responsibilities:

Corporate & Functional Strategy

• Support the development and execution of company-wide strategic plans with the CEO, founders, and leadership team.
• Define priorities and guide resource allocation for critical business initiatives;
• Identify organizational challenges and support resolution strategies.

Executive Enablement & Strategic Alignment

• Drive clarity and alignment across executive teams on goals and metrics.
• Provide analytical and operational support for data-driven decision-making;
• Prepare presentations and materials for leadership offsites, strategic sessions, and major stakeholder engagements.

Cross-Functional Program Leadership

• Collaborate with teams across Sales, Marketing, and Product to execute large-scale projects and company-wide initiatives.
• Participate in market expansion and go-to-market programs to ensure alignment and timely delivery.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend practical improvements.

Organizational Effectiveness

• Enhance internal processes including KPI tracking, planning cycles, and information systems.
• Develop dashboards and templates that improve reporting and executive visibility;
• Coordinate between People, Finance, and functional departments to streamline workflows.

Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, or a strategic operations role.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, economics, finance, or a related technical or quantitative field (advanced degree preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to handle complex issues and recommend actionable solutions;
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities with experience engaging senior stakeholders.
• Proven success managing high-impact projects in fast-moving environments;
• Interest or exposure to deep tech, quantum computing, semiconductors, or computational sciences.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Competitive base salary (Bay Area: $165K–$185K; U.S. outside Bay Area: $140K–$165K).
• Full-time employees eligible for equity and comprehensive benefits;
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of quantum innovation with leading experts in the field;
• Work on transformative technologies with real-world applications across multiple industries.
• Equal employment opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter that includes the word “purple” to confirm attention to detail; Only applications through official PsiQuantum channels will be considered; PsiQuantum will contact candidates only through verified company email addresses and will not request sensitive financial information during the hiring process.