Hybrid Senior Technical Program Manager

at D-Wave

• Job title: Senior Technical Program Manager
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: CA$101,600 - CA$152,400 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: PMP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Burnaby, Canada

About the role

• Senior Technical Program Manager at D-Wave managing the planning and execution of quantum computer system deployments. Leading cross-disciplinary teams to ensure successful installations and operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and execute quantum computer system deployments, including site readiness, logistics, installation, commissioning, and operational handover
• Own ongoing system lifecycle activities, including maintenance, upgrades, and system modifications
• Drive program execution by defining scope, schedules, dependencies, and milestones; adjust plans as conditions evolve
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical and operational risks
• Coordinate and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
• Own project documentation and configuration management
• Serve as the primary coordination point between internal engineering and operations teams, external vendors, service providers, and site stakeholders
• Support incident response and recovery, coordinating troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Provide clear visibility and communication through regular status updates and executive-level summaries
• Conduct post-project and post-incident reviews to identify lessons learned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) or equivalent practical experience
• 4–7 years of experience managing complex technical programs, hardware systems, installations, or field-deployed infrastructure
• PMP or equivalent certification is a plus, but not required
• Proven ability to estimate effort, build and manage detailed project plans, and deliver programs on time while balancing technical risk and operational constraints
• Strong judgment in ambiguous environments, with the ability to independently research, evaluate options, and recommend solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation, reports, and executive presentations
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and a systems-level mindset
• Experience with project tracking and documentation tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 20%

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Company ownership