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Maybell Quantum · 2 days ago

Strategy and Operations Associate

Maybell Quantum is a venture-backed quantum hardware innovator experiencing rapid growth, aiming to transform industries through advanced technology. The Strategy & Operations Associate will work closely with company leadership to drive strategic initiatives, analyze market opportunities, and build a scalable supply chain.

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Responsibilities

Structure and lead complex, cross-functional projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment across engineering, product, and business teams to achieve strategic objectives
Develop compelling presentations, investment memos, and other materials for the Board of Directors, investors, and strategic partners to communicate company strategy, progress, and key decisions
Identify, evaluate, and execute strategic partnerships with industry leaders, research institutions, and key customers to accelerate growth and market adoption
Develop financial models and business cases to support strategic decisions, including partnerships, M&A opportunities, and new market entry
Lead due diligence efforts and support negotiations for high-priority commercial agreements and corporate development activities
Conduct in-depth market analysis and competitive intelligence to identify emerging trends, threats, and opportunities, providing actionable insights to the leadership team
Partner with the leadership team to define the company's long-term strategic roadmap, aligning product development, commercial goals, and operational capabilities
Design and implement scalable internal processes (e.g., OKR tracking, cross-functional sprints, knowledge management) that reduce friction and increase velocity as the team grows
Identify bottlenecks in the "lab-to-market" value chain, collaborating with technical leads to streamline procurement, supply chain, or rapid prototyping workflows
Manage critical "special projects" that fall outside the scope of traditional departments, such as office relocations, ERP implementations, or regulatory compliance audits
Support the launch of early pilot programs by coordinating delivery timelines, managing customer expectations, and establishing feedback loops between the customer and the engineering team
Develop and refine pricing models and unit economics analysis for novel technologies, transitioning from theoretical models to actual market-tested commercial frameworks
Create sales enablement materials that translate complex technical specifications into clear value propositions for non-technical stakeholders and early adopters

Qualification

Data visualizationStrategic thinkingProject managementExecutive-level presentationsMarket analysisIntellectual curiosityCommunication skillsAdaptabilityCollaboration

Required

2-3 years of experience at a top-tier management consulting firm with a track record of exceptional performance
Bachelor's degree from a leading institution
Experience creating executive-level presentations and communications
Excellent data visualization and storytelling capabilities
Adaptability and comfort operating in ambiguity
Intellectual curiosity and passion for emerging technologies

Preferred

Direct experience in hardware, deep tech, or quantum industries is not required but would be advantageous

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible PTO policy
And more

Company

Maybell Quantum

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Building the infrastructure for a quantum future so you can cool more with less Our mission is to deliver the world’s best tools to solve the toughest quantum challenges, offering solutions that are more accessible, reliable, and affordable while building a work force and supply chain that advance U.S.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$66.3M
Key Investors
AdditionCerberus Capital ManagementAdvanced Industries Accelerator (AIA) Program
2025-09-03Series B· $40M
2024-03-04Series A· $25M
2022-12-02Grant· $0.8M

Leadership Team

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Corban Tillemann-Dick
Founder & CEO
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Bryan Choo
Co-Founder / COO
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