At iPronics, pioneers in software-defined photonics and creators of the world’s first programmable optical switch on silicon, we’re developing our Optical Network Engine — a full technology stack from silicon photonics to software APIs — to meet the needs of next-generation AI and data center architectures.
To support this mission, we’re seeking a Grants Project Manager to join our Project Management Office (PMO) and lead the coordination and management of public-funded projects and grant initiatives.
What You’ll Do
As a Grants Project Manager, you’ll take ownership of the leadership and day-to-day management of publicly funded R&D projects, ensuring excellence in planning, execution, and compliance across multidisciplinary teams and international consortiums.
Your main responsibilities will include:
* Lead and coordinate internal teams and external partners to achieve project goals and deliverables.
* Monitor progress against milestones, ensuring compliance with funding body requirements.
* Prepare and oversee high-quality deliverables such as interim, annual, and final reports.
* Manage budgets and financial reports, ensuring alignment with funding guidelines.
* Administer resource allocation and maintain accurate staff effort tracking.
* Identify and mitigate risks, addressing challenges proactively to ensure project success.
* Represent iPronics in meetings · Attend and actively participate in all project meetings, both virtual and in-person, with internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment..
What We’re Looking For
Education & Experience
* Proven experience managing public-funded projects from agencies such as the European Union (Horizon Europe), EISMEA (Accelerator programs), and Spanish government programs (e.G., IPCEI, Misiones PERTE).
* Degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field (advanced degree is a plus).
* Full professional proficiency in English (additional languages are a plus).
* Experience managing technical and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with funding rules and audits.
* Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, and preferably ERP or grant management platforms.
* Availability to travel nationally and internationally as required.
Core Competencies
* Excellent organizational, planning, and leadership skills.
* Strong communication and interpersonal abilities across multidisciplinary teams.
* Reliable, proactive, and self-driven, with a high sense of ownership.
* Ability to prioritize effectively and thrive in dynamic environments.
* Demonstrated success in managing complex multi-partner projects with precision and accountability.
Preferred
* Background in photonics or photonics integration is a plus.
* Experience preparing and submitting grant proposals for EU and national programs.
* Familiarity with EU funding frameworks, financial audits, and technical compliance standards.
What We Offer
* Permanent, full-time position based in Valencia.
* Flexible working hours and a hybrid work model.
* Private health insurance and pension plan.
* December 24th and 31st off.
* Opportunity to lead high-visibility European projects with strategic impact.
* A collaborative, international, and innovative work environment within a fast-growing deep-tech company.
* Clear career growth path toward senior leadership and internal R&D project management roles.
Why Join iPronics?
At iPronics, we’re redefining the future of optical networking for AI and data centers, combining silicon photonics, microelectronics, and software intelligence to build ultra-efficient and scalable optical systems.
Following our €20M Series A funding round, we’re expanding globally and strengthening our partnerships with top-tier research and industrial players across Europe.
You’ll be joining a passionate, multidisciplinary team working from sunny Valencia ☀️, collaborating on projects with real-world impact at the intersection of technology, innovation, and European excellence.
Interested?
If you’re passionate about innovation management, European collaboration, and building the future of photonics through public-funded projects, we’d love to hear from you.
And if this sounds like the perfect role for someone in your network — please share!
Let’s shape the optical future, together. ✨