D-Wave (NYSE: QBTS), D-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. We are the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the only company building both annealing and gate-model quantum computers. Our mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum, today. Our quantum computers — the world’s largest — feature QPUs with sub-second response times and can be deployed on-premises or accessed through our quantum cloud service, which offers 99.9% availability and uptime. More than 100 organizations trust D-Wave with their toughest computational challenges. With over 200 million problems submitted to our quantum systems to date, our customers apply our technology to address use cases spanning optimization, artificial intelligence, research and more. Learn more about realizing the value of quantum computing today and how we’re shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow: www.dwavequantum.com.

You can read more about our company and our innovations in the pages of The Wall Street Journal, Time Magazine, Fast Company, MIT Technology Review, Forbes, Inc. Magazine, Wired and across many whitepapers. 

At D-Wave, we’re helping customers realize the value of quantum computing today and are shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow.

About the role

D-Wave is seeking a Director, Cryogenic Packaging to lead the strategy, development, and production of cryogenic and superconducting packaging technologies for our Quantum Processor Units (QPUs). This role ensures D-Wave continues to develop and maintain access to the packaging technologies required to deliver the next generation of products aligned with our long-term quantum computing roadmap. You will focus on technical strategy, leadership, vendor partnerships, scalable execution, and engage with and enable subject matter experts.

What you'll do

Superconducting PCB Manufacturing Capability: 

• Own superconducting PCB manufacturing capability, including capacity planning, technology maturation, quality, and operational readiness 
• Lead, develop, and scale the Cryogenic Packaging and Superconducting PCB Manufacturing teams, building leadership depth, succession plans, and long-term organizational resilience 

Multi-chip Cryogenic Integrated Circuit Packaging Technology: 

• Own the long-term technical vision and roadmap alignment for cryogenic and superconducting multi-chip packaging, ensuring near-term execution enables future platform generations 
• Ensure reliable access to superconducting multi-chip packaging technologies aligned with D-Wave’s product roadmap 

Overall leadership for Cryogenic Packaging of QPUs (Burnaby R&D facility): 

• Set the cultural, technical, and scientific bar for the Cryogenic Packaging, balancing rigor, creativity, learning, and delivery at scale 
• Anticipate future system and product requirements, partnering with technical SMEs to develop capabilities ahead of demand 
• Establish frameworks to evaluate emerging technologies, academic research, and external innovations, determining when and how to integrate them into the product roadmap 
• Build and maintain critical vendor and partner relationships, ensuring reliable, long-term access to advanced packaging technologies 
• Guide cross-functional technical alignment across hardware, fabrication, cryogenics, systems, and product leadership, resolving priority conflicts and driving consensus 
• Champion disciplined experimentation and portfolio-level risk management, balancing exploratory R&D with production readiness and operational reliability 
• Translate technical progress, risks, and trade-offs into executive-level insights to inform company-wide strategy and investment decisions 
• Establish operational rigor, including risk management, confidentiality, quality standards, and scalable processes across packaging programs 
• Represent cryogenic packaging at the company level, serving as a trusted technical and strategic advisor to senior leadership on matters impacting the quantum platform 

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related technical field 
• 15+ years of experience in advanced hardware or technology development 
• 7+ years of people leadership experience in a technical, R&D, or manufacturing environments 
• Proven success leading complex, multidisciplinary technology programs from development through production 
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain high-performing teams, with a strong commitment to inclusion, growth, and accountability 
• Sound judgment and decision-making ability in ambiguous, high-impact situations 
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical complexity into clear business and executive-level insights 
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines, adapt strategy to constraints, and deliver results with quality and reliability 

A D-Waver's DNA

• We look at the future and say “why not”; we see possibilities where others see problems or routines. We show the way ahead and are committed to achieving ambitious goals.
• We practice straight talk and listen generously to each other with empathy. We value different opinions and points of views. We ensure that we connect outside as well as inside to learn from others and inspire each other.
• We hold ourselves accountable for delivering results. We make decisions & take responsibility so that we can act & support each other.
• As leaders we motivate & engage our teams to undertake beyond what they originally thought possible, by developing our teams & creating the conditions for people to grow and empower themselves through enabling & coaching.

Our Compensation Philosophy is Simple but Powerful:

We believe providing D-Wavers with company ownership, competitive pay, and a range of meaningful benefits is the start of creating a culture where people want to give the best they’ve got — not because they’re simply making money, but because they’ve fallen in love with our vision, mission, values, and team. 

During the interview process, your Recruiter will review our total rewards (base, equity, bonus, perks, benefit, culture) offerings. The final offer is determined by your proficiencies within this level.   

Inclusion: 

We celebrate diverse perspectives to drive innovation in our pursuit. Our employees range from distinguished domain experts with decades of experience in their respective fields, to bright and motivated graduates eager to make their mark. Our diverse and innovative team will make you feel appreciated, supported and empower your career growth at D-Wave.

The Fine Print: 

No 3rd party candidates will be accepted

It is D-Wave Systems Inc. policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, local law. 

The base pay range for this role is:

$164,360 - $305,240 CAD per year (Burnaby)