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$82k–$113k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Company ownership, Competitive pay, Meaningful benefits
Posted 8h ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Patent Agent will collaborate with researchers to identify, draft, and prosecute patent applications to grow the company's intellectual property portfolio. They will also provide IP guidance to internal stakeholders and coordinate effectively with external patent counsel.
Requirements
Candidates must hold at least a bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Physics, Mathematics, or Engineering. Experience in patent drafting and prosecution is required, with Canadian Patent Agent registration considered an asset.
Full job description
About the role
Are you passionate about cutting-edge technology and working with world-class researchers? Do you enjoy intellectually challenging patent work in a collaborative environment?
D-Wave is seeking an In-house Patent Agent / Patent Specialist to join our Intellectual Property (IP) team and support the growth of our quantum computing research and development. In this role you will work closely with inventors to identify valuable innovations, draft and prosecute patents to develop the IP portfolio, and contribute to the continued evolution of D-Wave’s IP practices. You will support patent strategy, manage priorities, solve complex problems, and build expertise in the quantum technology landscape.
The successful candidate will be hired as either an Intermediate, Senior, or Staff Patent Specialist, based on expertise and demonstrated technical impact.
What you'll do
Collaborate to identify, evaluate, and protect valuable innovations.
Draft and prosecute patent applications across diverse technical areas.
Build strong partnerships across technical teams.
Coordinate effectively with external patent counsel.
Support the growth, management, and continuous improvement of D-Wave’s patent portfolio.
Provide IP guidance and education to internal stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to improve IP processes.
Anticipate challenges, recommend solutions, and escalate when appropriate.
About You
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physics, Mathematics, Computing Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience drafting and prosecuting patents before a Patent Office.
Registration as a Canadian Patent Agent (or equivalent certification) is an asset.
Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and sound judgment.
Clear and effective communication skills with the ability to adapt to a variety of audiences.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
Level Expectations
Intermediate Patent Specialist
You are developing expertise as a patent professional and have a strong foundation in patent drafting and prosecution. You actively contribute to the team, ask thoughtful questions, and seek opportunities to build your knowledge and skills. You can independently manage routine work, collaborate effectively with others, and apply guidance to broader projects and initiatives. Typically gained through 2+ years of relevant experience.
Pay Range: $82k - $113k CAD
Senior Patent Specialist
You are an independent patent professional who skillfully manages general patent matters and applies sound judgment to patent drafting and prosecution. You are a strong contributor to a team, are comfortable giving and receiving feedback, and are motivated to continue building expertise in patent law and developing knowledge in quantum technology and the competitive landscape. You effectively prioritize your workload, manage timelines, and identify and resolve challenges while contributing ideas, improvements, and guidance to others. Typically gained through 4+ years of relevant experience.
Pay Range: $98k - $134k CAD
Lead Patent Specialist
You are an experienced patent professional who has a proven history of expertly managing complex patent matters and applying strong technical and IP expertise to patent drafting and prosecution. You are a thought leader within the team, contributing to improving IP practices and continuing to build expertise as a trusted partner, providing feedback to others and seeking growth opportunities within and outside the team. You efficiently prioritize a varied workload, anticipate and develop solutions to challenging problems, and collaborate effectively across technical and business teams to support innovation and business objectives. Typically gained through 6+ years of relevant experience.
Pay Range: $115k - $158k CAD
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) . 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 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.
Leader in commercial quantum computing, building annealing and gate-model systems to solve complex problems.
Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1999
Headquarters
Palo Alto, California
LinkedIn followers
69,893
Total funding
$1.1B
D-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. More than 100 organizations across commercial, government and research sectors trust us to address complex computational challenges using quantum computing. D-Wave is the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers and the only one providing both annealing and gate-model quantum technologies. Headquartered in Palo Alto, CA, D-Wave’s mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum today through enterprise-grade systems available on-premises and via its Leap™ quantum cloud service, which offers 99.9% availability and uptime. Explore how quantum computing can tackle your organization’s toughest problems. www.dwavequantum.com.
Offices: 2650 E Bayshore Rd, Palo Alto, California 94303, US · 3033 Beta Ave, Burnaby, British Columbia V5G 4K4, CA
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