Senior Communications Manager

IQM Quantum Computers

Lead global public relations strategy positioning IQM as a leader in quantum computing infrastructure. Translate complex technical milestones into clear narratives for diverse audiences.

Posted 6/19/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

public relationscorporate communicationsstrategic communicationsmedia relationsB2B technology positioningeditorial judgmentcrisis communicationsthought leadershipcontent creationmedia monitoring

Soft Skills

relationship buildingcommunicationleadershipcollaborationstorytellinganalytical thinkingadaptabilitystrategic thinkingproblem-solvingconfidence

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in communicationsBachelor's degree in JournalismBachelor's degree in Marketing

Industry Keywords

deep techquantum computingsemiconductorHPCenterprise mediatechnology analystsmarket researchscientific industriescommunications professionalsinternational technology media

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute a global PR strategy that reinforces IQM’s leadership in full stack quantum computing infrastructure
Own and evolve IQM’s external narrative, translating complex technical milestones into clear and credible stories
Build and manage relationships with leading US and international journalists across deep tech, semiconductor, HPC, and enterprise media
Drive proactive media coverage around system deployments, research breakthroughs, partnerships, and product launches
Prepare executives and technical leaders for media interviews, briefings, and conference appearances
Lead thought leadership initiatives including contributed articles, expert commentary, and the amplification of IQM’s annual flagship report
Build relationships with technology analysts and support IQM’s inclusion in market research and technology landscape reports
Coordinate closely with Marketing, Engineering, Research, and Legal to ensure messaging accuracy and consistency
Monitor global media coverage and analyst sentiment while supporting reputation and crisis communications readiness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field
Extensive experience in PR, corporate communications, or strategic communications in deep tech, big tech, advanced computing, quantum computing, or scientific industries
Demonstrated success positioning complex B2B technologies in international technology, science, or enterprise media
Established relationships with journalists covering technology, science, or enterprise markets
Experience managing PR agencies and delivering measurable communications outcomes
Prior experience leading or managing communications professionals
Strong editorial judgment and ability to write clearly about technically complex subjects
Ability to operate confidently in high visibility communications situations and cross functional environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

High-performance playground: hybrid setups, flexible hours
Approachable leadership: Flat hierarchy, direct access
Never the smartest: Expect to learn constantly
Big enough to matter. Small enough to move fast