Manager, Quantum Processor Development

D-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. We are seeking a highly experienced, technically accomplished and people-focused Manager, Quantum Processor Development to lead and support a world-class team of processor development scientists.

Requirements

• Lead and mentor a team of experimental physicists, fostering a culture of technical excellence, creativity, and collaboration.
• Work with your team to set goals, provide timely feedback, and support the professional development of each team member.
• Develop a solid understanding of D-Wave's superconducting processor technology and use that understanding to guide prioritization and resource allocation.
• Balance short-term objectives with long-term innovation and research curiosity.
• Stay up to date with the relevant competitive landscape and academic research; help to evaluate relevant scientific and technological advancements to support product decisions.
• Contribute to technical work, patents, internal and external publications, and conference presentations.
• Foster a culture of innovation, encouraging team members to propose, experiment with, and evaluate new ideas, and recognize and celebrate creative risk-taking and scientific exploration.
• Partner with program management to identify and manage risks in project execution.
• Identify and manage risks in resource planning and team operations.
• Support roadmap development and contribute to long-term technical strategy.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Company Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Range of Meaningful Benefits