Lab Manager - Quantum Hardware
Sygaldry Technologies
Other Engineering
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
Location
Ann Arbor
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
Technical
About Sygaldry
Sygaldry Technologies is building quantum-accelerated AI servers to exponentially speed up training and inference for AI. By integrating quantum and AI, we're accelerating the path to superintelligence, and addressing the problem of rising compute costs and energy bottlenecks. Sygaldry AI servers combine multiple qubit types within a single, fault-tolerant architecture to deliver the combination of cost, scale, and speed necessary for advanced AI applications. We pioneer new domains in physics, engineering, and AI, tackling the hardest challenges with a grounded, optimistic, and rigorous culture. We're looking for individuals ready to define the intersection of quantum and AI and drive its profound global impact.
About the Role
We are seeking a Lab Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of an experimental research laboratory. This role is responsible for ensuring that the lab runs safely, efficiently, and reliably. You will serve as the connective tissue across equipment, facilities, vendors, and personnel—owning everything from procurement and compliance to lab organization and infrastructure. This is a hands-on role that combines operational excellence with technical awareness in a highly dynamic environment.
What You'll Work On
Manage day-to-day lab operations, ensuring a safe, organized, and productive environment
Manage procurement of lab equipment, components, and consumables, including vendor coordination and inventory tracking
Maintain and oversee lab infrastructure: benches, utilities, gas systems, vacuum systems, and general workspace organization
Coordinate installation, maintenance, and repair of laboratory equipment
Support researchers with lab setup needs, including space allocation and experiment readiness
Develop and enforce lab safety procedures, documentation, and training
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., safety, environmental, institutional requirements)
Track and manage shared resources, ensuring availability and uptime of critical equipment
Improve operational processes to increase efficiency and reduce friction in experimental workflows
Assist with onboarding new team members into the lab environment
You May Be a Good Fit If You Have
Experience managing or supporting operations in a laboratory, engineering, or technical environment
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage many parallel tasks
Experience with procurement, vendor management, and inventory systems
Familiarity with laboratory infrastructure (e.g., vacuum systems, gas handling, electronics benches, or similar)
Working knowledge of lab safety practices and regulatory compliance
Ability to troubleshoot and coordinate solutions for equipment and facility issues
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset across diverse teams (scientists, engineers, operations)
A proactive, ownership-driven approach—you identify problems and solve them before they escalate
How We’re Different
At Sygaldry, curiosity and intellectual courage drive our work. We approach ambitious challenges with a grounded, optimistic, and rigorous culture and know that kind people build the strongest teams. We prioritize mission over ego and collaborate openly with a strong sense of shared purpose. We dream big, yet we execute with a love of detail. We’re looking for scientists, engineers, and operators to forge new paths with us at the intersection of quantum and AI.
Culture & Benefits
Visa Sponsorship - We know what it takes to make top talent thrive here. We’re open to supporting visas whenever possible.
Compensation - We value your contribution and invest in your future with a competitive salary and meaningful equity.
Benefits - Your well-being matters. We provide company-sponsored health coverage to give you and your family peace of mind.
Connection - Whether it’s company offsite or casual crew socials, we make time to connect, recharge, and have fun together.
Time Off - We trust you to take the time you need. Unlimited PTO so you can rest, recharge, and come back ready to make an impact.
We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic.
We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification. If you don’t think this role is right for you, but you believe that you would have something meaningful to to contribute to our mission, please reach out at letsbuild@sygaldry.com