Manager, Strategy & Business Operations

Job Description

Job Title: Manager, Strategy and Central Business Operations. Location: Palo Alto, CA, USA

This position provides exposure to deep tech, quantum computing, and operational excellence within a fast-growing startup environment.

Duties:

• Support development of company strategy with CEO, founders, and executives, including defining priorities and resource allocation.
• Partner with functional leaders to frame and answer strategic questions and resolve organizational challenges;
• Enable executive alignment and clarity on company goals, supporting leadership offsites and strategic planning sessions.
• Provide analytical and operational support to senior leaders to enable data-driven decision-making;
• Collaborate on cross-functional initiatives spanning Sales, Marketing, Product, and corporate programs.
• Identify inefficiencies and proactively resolve organizational blockers.
• Maintain and improve operating cadences such as KPI reviews and quarterly planning.
• Build dashboards, templates, and systems to enhance visibility and streamline information flow across teams.
• Support coordination across People, Finance, and other functional areas to enhance organizational efficiency.

Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, or a similar strategic operations role at a top-tier firm.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with the ability to break down complex issues into actionable recommendations.
• Proven experience supporting high-impact projects in fast-paced and ambiguous environments;
• Exceptional communication skills, able to craft clear and concise materials and engage with senior stakeholders.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously;
• Demonstrated interest in technology, innovation, or deep tech sectors; prior exposure to quantum computing, semiconductors, or computational science is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical, business, or quantitative field; advanced degree preferred but not required.

Benefits and Instructions:

• Base salary range: $140,000–$165,000 USD; Bay Area range: $165,000–$185,000 USD, plus equity and benefits.
• Full-time role with access to PsiQuantum’s comprehensive benefits package;
• Employment is equal opportunity and inclusive of all applicants regardless of protected status.
• Official communication will only come from PsiQuantum email addresses; report any suspicious contact to recruiting@psiquantum.com.
• To apply, submit your resume through the official PsiQuantum application process.