# Lead Product Manager - Hardware at Maybell Quantum Industries

Lead Product Manager - Hardware at Maybell Quantum Industries in Denver, CO. Paying $120k–$220k. Posted September 16, 2025.

- Company: Maybell Quantum Industries
- Location: Denver, CO
- Pay: $120k–$220k
- Experience: 7+ years
- Posted: 2025-09-16
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/maybellquantum/jobs/4922476008
- Source: https://jobmagic.ai/jobs/lead-product-manager-hardware-maybell-quantum-industries-zk5hx4

## Requirements

- 7+ years of professional experience in product management or related technical roles in the hardware space

## Description

Maybell Quantum is seeking an exceptional Lead Product Manager to lead our hardware product strategy and drive the development of cutting-edge cryogenic systems for quantum computing applications. Our ideal team member is a technical leader with deep domain expertise in cryogenic systems who can translate complex scientific requirements into market-leading products. They possess a strong R&D background, excellent technical communication skills, and can effectively bridge the gap between advanced research and commercial product development in a fast-paced startup environment. 

Responsibilities 

- Define and execute comprehensive product strategy for cryogenic systems, aligning technical capabilities with market opportunities to enable high growth trajectory 

- Lead cross-functional collaboration between R&D, engineering, and commercial teams to deliver competitive products on schedule 

- Conduct deep technical market analysis to identify customer needs, competitive positioning, and emerging technology trends 

- Partner with R&D leadership to translate research breakthroughs into commercially viable product roadmaps 

- Work closely with engineering teams to establish product specifications, performance targets, and design requirements for cryogenic systems 

- Engage directly with key customers and technical stakeholders to gather requirements and validate product concepts 

- Drive go-to-market strategies, including technical positioning, competitive differentiation, and customer education initiatives 

- Oversee product lifecycle management from concept through commercialization and end-of-life planning 

- Lead technical product discussions with customers, partners, and industry experts at conferences and technical forums 

- Establish product performance metrics and success criteria aligned with business objectives 

- Mentor and develop product management capabilities within the organization 

Basic Qualifications 

- 7+ years of professional experience in product management or related technical roles in the hardware space

- 3+ years of hands-on R&D experience in cryogenic systems, quantum computing, or adjacent deep tech fields 

- Proven track record of scaling product organizations and bringing complex hardware products from concept to market in high-growth environments 

- Experience leading product development in fast-growth hardware startups with rapid iteration cycles and resource constraints 

- Deep understanding of cryogenic system design, performance characteristics, and application requirements 

Preferred Skills and Experience 

- 10+ years combined experience in R&D and product management within quantum computing, cryogenics, or scientific instrumentation 

- Demonstrated success scaling product teams and processes in high-growth hardware startups - Series A through IPO experience preferred 

- Experience managing rapid product development cycles with aggressive timelines and evolving market requirements 

- Track record of building product management function from ground up in fast-scaling organizations 

- Direct experience with dilution refrigerators, pulse tube systems, or related cryogenic technologies 

- Strong publication record or patent portfolio in relevant technical areas 

- Experience managing product portfolios with complex customer requirements and compressed development cycles in startup environments 

- Ph.D. in physics, mechanical engineering, or related field with focus on cryogenic systems or quantum technologies or MBA or equivalent business experience

- Experience working with government, academic, and commercial research customers while managing rapid organizational growth 

Base salary: $120,000 - $220,000