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Software Product Manager (F/M)

Xanadu
Toronto, ON
Management

Xanadu's mission is to build quantum computers that are useful and available to people everywhere. Few people in their life will be able to be a part of something like this, where if we are successful, the technologies we develop will solve some of the world's most challenging problems, and literally change the world. Xanadu is an industry leader in the burgeoning area of quantum software. In this role, you will be a Quantum Computing Scientist working within our product management team contributing to our flagship Python-based quantum software library PennyLane . Drawing on your technical background, you will be responsible for building and maintaining the product vision for a specific focus area within PennyLane (quantum chemistry, quantum machine learning, high-performance computing, compilation). Working with a cross-functional team of developers and content creators, plan, coordinate, and ensure timely execution of priority features Develop a strong understanding of the major users and personas of quantum software, deriving insights about best strategy and direction for our software roadmap Work with community and marketing teams to determine how to position and communicate new features and software products to our core users Develop user insights to identify the problems users encounter in quantum research, and translate this into software solutions Experience with the scientific Python ecosystem Experience with scientific research processes and tools Familiarity with the quantum software ecosystem (PennyLane, Qiskit, Braket, Cirq) Ability to manage individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables in collaboration with different stakeholders Ability to translate high-level, highly technical concepts into clear and effective requirements for developers Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience) 1+ years of Product Management experience for a technical, scientific, or software product, preferably in a deep tech field Proven track record of defining and executing a long-term vision for a product, service, or software library Track record in working closely with software developers and technical writers to develop and refine product requirements, create solutions, and get buy-in from stakeholders Machine learning High-performance computing Experience with open-source software projects Experience with Python Experience with version control tools and services (Git, GitHub) They are fundamental and lay the foundation for culture at Xanadu. At Xanadu, we are committed to building an inclusive, safe, and equitable culture and fostering an environment where our employees feel included, valued, and heard. How many years of experience do you have working in the quantum software development space?* Have you ever worked as a Product Manager for either a quantum software product or an open source software product? (i.e. citizenship, permanent resident or a valid work permit)* If you are working in Canada on the basis of a work permit, what is the expiry date of your current work permit? (