Alice & Bob is developing the first universal, fault-tolerant quantum computer to solve the world鈥檚 hardest problems.
The quantum computer we envision building is based on a new kind of superconducting qubit: the Schr枚dinger cat qubit 馃悎鈥嶁瑳. In comparison to other superconducting platforms, cat qubits have the astonishing ability to implement quantum error correction autonomously!
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We're a diverse team of 200+ brilliant minds from over 30 countries united by a single goal: to revolutionise computing with a practical fault-tolerant quantum machine. Are you ready to take on unprecedented challenges and contribute to revolutionising technology? Join us, and let's shape the future of quantum computing together!
Alice & Bob is developing the first universal, fault-tolerant quantum computer to solve the world鈥檚 hardest problems.
The quantum computer we envision building is based on a new kind of superconducting qubit: the Schr枚dinger cat qubit 馃悎鈥嶁瑳. In comparison to other superconducting platforms, cat qubits have the astonishing ability to implement quantum error correction autonomously!
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We're a diverse team of 200+ brilliant minds from over 30 countries united by a single goal: to revolutionise computing with a practical fault-tolerant quantum machine. Are you ready to take on unprecedented challenges and contribute to revolutionising technology? Join us, and let's shape the future of quantum computing together!
In a context of rapid scaling of a sovereign deep-tech company operating in a highly strategic technological domain, the Director of Public Affairs & Quantum Policy is responsible for securing, structuring, and governing public funding and institutional support aligned with Alice & Bob鈥檚 long-term technical roadmap and business strategy.
Reporting to the VP Business & Revenue, you will work closely with Executive Management, R&D, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure effective engagement with public authorities, funding bodies, and institutional partners, while providing structured insight on public policy and state-driven initiatives impacting the company.
Main Responsabilities
Scope
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Primary focus: Europe
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Secondary focus: APAC and MEA (exploratory and expansion phase)
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Engagement with key quantum ecosystem organizations, including the Quantum Industry Consortium, Quantum Business Network, and other regional and global initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead Public Funding Strategy & Execution
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Identify, assess, and prioritize relevant public funding programs and state support mechanisms across Europe, APAC, and MEA.
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Structure and position funding opportunities in alignment with Alice & Bob鈥檚 technology, industrial, and go-to-market roadmap.
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Influence funding frameworks and calls for proposals upstream to better reflect the company鈥檚 strategic technology priorities.
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Coordinate internal stakeholders in the preparation, negotiation, and submission of funding applications.
2. Serve as the Company鈥檚 Institutional Interface
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Build, manage, and strengthen relationships with public institutions, government agencies, policymakers, and key institutional stakeholders.
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Represent Alice & Bob in institutional forums related to quantum technologies, HPC, and strategic technologies, including structured ecosystems such as the Quantum Industry Consortium and the Quantum Business Network.
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Actively contribute to shaping public narratives and policy agendas that support Alice & Bob鈥檚 positioning and strategic interests.
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Enhance the company鈥檚 visibility, credibility, and influence within sovereign and public ecosystems.
3. Oversee Publicly Funded Programs & Governance
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Manage contractualization, compliance, and reporting obligations for publicly funded projects.
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Lead negotiations with public authorities and funding bodies, in close collaboration with the legal team and external counsels, to secure optimal terms and conditions.
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Ensure effective governance with institutional and academic partners.
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Monitor project milestones, contractual obligations, and associated risks.
4. Provide Public Affairs & Institutional Intelligence
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Monitor, analyze, and anticipate public policy developments, regulatory trends, and funding priorities across Europe, while providing forward-looking insights on APAC and MEA.
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Assess and help shape policy directions in alignment with Alice & Bob鈥檚 strategic priorities, including FTQC and integrated quantum systems.
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Advise Executive Management and the ComEx on institutional opportunities, risks, and positioning strategies.
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Develop actionable recommendations to support strategic decision-making and long-term public affairs engagement.
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Contribute to strategic ecosystem-building initiatives, including partnerships with public-sector stakeholders.
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SKILLSET
Hard skills
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Public funding mechanisms, grant structuring, and strategic positioning of funding opportunities
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Institutional relations, public affairs, and stakeholder engagement across European ecosystems
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Negotiation of public funding agreements, partnerships, and institutional frameworks
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Policy influence and advocacy, with demonstrated ability to shape regulatory and funding priorities in line with company strategy
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Contractual, legal, and governance frameworks for publicly funded programs
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Cross-functional project coordination in complex, multi-stakeholder environments
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Executive-level briefing, synthesis, and strategic communication
Soft skills
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Strong stakeholder management and diplomacy
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Ability to develop, leverage and maintain a robust professional network
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Structured, rigorous, and reliable execution
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Ability to operate in complex institutional environments
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Clear communication with executive audiences
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High sense of responsibility and discretion
DESIRED PROFILE
EDUCATION聽
- Master鈥檚 degree or higher (Public Policy, Engineering, Physics, Economics, Political Science, or related fields)
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EXPERIENCE聽
Minimum 10 years of experience in:
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Public affairs, institutional relations, or public funding
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Deep-tech (ideally in Quantum), industrial (quantum, semiconductors), or regulated environments
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Interaction with public authorities or funding agencies
Benefits:
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Our success is your success: own it with our **BSPCE聽**plan
- Direct IP Compensation:聽Earn substantial bonuses for driving the core patents that define our quantum architecture.
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Flexible聽**remote聽**policy, up to 40 % a month
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A Parental plan聽including additional benefits such as cr猫che support or additional days-off to take care of under 12 years old children
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Subsidized membership with**聽 Urban Sports Club **
- Mental health聽support with聽 moka.care
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25-day vacation policy (as per French law) + RTT
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Half of transportation cost coverage (as per French law), or yearly allowance for the die-hard bicycle users
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Competitive health coverage, with Alan.
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Meal vouchers with Swile, as well as access to a fully equipped and regularly stocked kitchen
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French language courses covered by the company for those interested
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Research 聽shows that women might feel hesitant to apply for this job if they don't match 100% of the job requirements listed. This list is a guide, and we'd love to receive your application even if you think you're only a partial match. We are looking to build teams that innovate, not just tick boxes on a job spec.
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You will join of one of the most innovative startups in France at an early stage, to be part of a passionate and friendly team on its mission to build the first universal quantum computer!
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We love to share and learn from one another, so you will be certain to innovate, develop new ideas, and have the space to grow.