As a Senior Engineering Planning Coordinator for Quantum Systems Integration at Microsoft’s Quantum organization, you will lead the execution of end-to-end quantum systems engineering programs, translating complex architectures into actionable plans. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams including hardware, software, and physics to ensure alignment on technical requirements and integration points, driving coordinated efforts across qubit technologies, cryogenic infrastructure, control systems, and software. Your responsibilities include establishing program operating rhythms, managing dynamic schedules, and fostering a collaborative culture while influencing specialized teams without formal authority. The ideal candidate has a background in quantum systems or advanced hardware R&D, with experience leading large technical programs and strong systems-level thinking skills. Proficiency in systems engineering processes and excellent communication abilities are essential for success in this fast-paced research environment.
Skills
Quantum
Systems Engineering
Program Management
Kubernetes
Docker
CI/CD
AWS
Azure
GCP
Git
JIRA
Confluence
Python
Rust
C++
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
Linux
Windows Server
Scrum
Agile
What you'll do
Own end-to-end execution of Quantum Systems Integration programs, translating architecture into integrated plans.
Lead system-level gate reviews to drive cross-functional alignment and resolve risks impacting readiness.
Establish program operating rhythm, maintain dynamic schedules, and ensure rigorous tracking across matrixed teams.
Serve as a technical partner to engineering leads, translating complex information into clear program narratives.
Influence specialized technical teams without formal authority to foster accountability and execution-focused culture.
Evolve systems engineering processes to improve execution quality and predictability in fast-moving environments.
What we're looking for
Proven track record driving large, cross-disciplinary technical programs from concept through delivery.
Strong systems-level thinking with 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.
Familiarity with systems engineering processes, readiness reviews, and complex lab- or facility-based deployments.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, comfortable at both deep technical and executive levels.
Market check
Salary context
This
$119,800–$234,700
range sits above
53%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$132,844–$234,700
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$152,955–$217,725
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Microsoft
Microsoft Corporation is a global technology leader producing software, hardware, and cloud services including Windows, Office 365, Azure cloud platform, Xbox gaming, and Surface devices. Industry: Software & Cloud Computing
Microsoft currently has
451 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$119,800–$234,700
across 417 roles with salary data.
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