Job Description
Job Title:
Director, Ecosystem Development for Quantum Technologies, National Quantum Office (NQO)
Requisition ID:
1779
Posting Start Date:
16/06/2026
Job Description
Scope of Responsibilities and Deliverables
- Oversees and coordinates ecosystem activities for quantum technologies:
- Supports the Executive Director of the National Quantum Office in developing and executing a go-to-industry strategy that will support the growth of a vibrant quantum ecosystem in Singapore.
- Leads engagements with strategic industry stakeholders such as semiconductor manufacturers, foundries, equipment suppliers, and quantum hardware companies to develop partnerships and strengthen Singapore’s quantum ecosystem.
- Drives industry collaborations with our national-level quantum programmes such as the National Quantum Federated Foundry, and coordinate with the Singapore’s ecosystem to secure stakeholders’ support.
- Maintains a positive and productive relationship with partners, resolving partnership and technical issues on behalf of the Executive Director.
- Provides market intelligence and industry insights to the Executive Director, with emphasis on semiconductor manufacturing, advanced packaging, foundry operations, and supply chains within the broader context of quantum technologies.
- Represents the Executive Director at various stakeholder platforms on ecosystem development matters.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor Engineering, or a related discipline.
- At least 10 years of working experience in a similar capacity. Direct experience working with semiconductor foundries, integrated device manufacturers (IDMs), fabless companies, equipment suppliers, other semiconductor ecosystem stakeholders, or quantum hardware companies would be advantageous.
- Familiarity with semiconductor fabrication processes, manufacturing ecosystems, supply chains, and technology development roadmaps. Exposure to quantum technologies would be advantageous.
- Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills for good relationship management.
- Strong problem solving, analytical and systems thinking abilities
- Resourceful and independent
- Able to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders