Manager – Quantum Processor Development

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About the role

  • Quantum processor development leader managing scientists advancing superconducting quantum processors. Guiding technical programs, team growth, and roadmap execution at D-Wave, a commercial quantum computing company.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of 4–8 scientists
  • Set team goals and priorities aligned with technical programs and the broader product roadmap
  • Build team capability through hiring, onboarding, development, and performance management
  • Plan and allocate people, resources, and budgets
  • Partner across engineering, fabrication, software, product, and program management
  • Drive execution and resolve complex challenges
  • Foster scientific innovation, experimentation, open inquiry, and continuous learning
  • Apply technical judgment to prioritization, resource allocation, and problem-solving
  • Manage operational risks, competing priorities, and evolving resource needs
  • Contribute to technical reviews, publications, patents, and scientific engagement
  • Monitor scientific, technological, and competitive developments to inform priorities and roadmap decisions
  • Shape the technology, organization, and culture enabling D-Wave’s continued innovation
  • Report to the Senior Director, Processor Development
  • Partner with Technical Leads, Product Managers, and Program Managers
  • For Senior Manager scope: lead larger or more complex teams, shape departmental strategy, influence technical direction and resource allocation, lead cross-functional initiatives, and develop long-term organizational capability

Requirements

  • Graduate degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent research experience
  • 8+ years of experience in quantum computing, superconducting circuits, experimental condensed matter physics, or related field
  • 5+ years leading technical or scientific teams in an industrial R&D environment
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Strong technical background in experimental methods such as cryogenic measurement techniques, RF systems, and control electronics
  • Demonstrated success in coaching, developing, and retaining technical talent
  • Strong judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Leadership approach grounded in inclusion, trust, accountability, curiosity, and continuous learning
  • Bonus: Industry experience in quantum computing or other advanced technology environments
  • Bonus: Familiarity with device fabrication processes and cryogenic systems integration
  • Bonus: Expertise in superconducting device physics, coherence and noise in quantum devices, or integration of complex physical technologies
  • No 3rd party candidates will be accepted

Benefits

  • Company ownership
  • Competitive pay
  • Equity
  • Bonus
  • Perks
  • Benefits
  • Culture
  • Equal employment opportunity

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Senior

Salary

CA$185,000 - CA$290,000 per year

Degree requirement

Postgraduate Degree

Location requirements

HybridBurnabyCanada

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