D-Wave

We develop and deliver quantum computing systems, software, and services. We are a commercial supplier of quantum computers, offering both annealing and gate-model quantum computing technologies. Our products include the 5,000+ qubit Advantage quantum computers and the Advantage2 system, which are available on-premises or through the Leap quantum cloud service, with 99.9% availability. We also provide the Ocean™ developer tools, a cloud-based stack for building quantum applications, and hybrid solvers that combine classical and quantum resources.

Our technology is applied to use cases like optimization, artificial intelligence, research, materials simulation, quantum chemistry, and drug discovery. Customers have used our solutions for workforce scheduling, production scheduling, and network performance improvement. In 2023, we acquired Quantum Circuits Inc., accelerating our development of a scaled, error-corrected gate-model quantum computer.

Our services include the Launch Program, which assists enterprises from problem discovery to production implementation, along with professional services and training. We were founded in 1999 and are headquartered in Palo Alto, CA, with research and development operations in Canada. We hold over 250 U.S. patents. More than 100 organizations use our technology, and over 200 million problems have been submitted to our Advantage systems and Advantage2 system prototypes.

Our mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum today. We are committed to delivering products and services that rapidly transform industries by providing tangible, real-world value with quantum computers. Our focus is on helping customers realize the value of quantum.

Our team has over 200 individuals, with approximately 20% holding PhDs in their fields. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture, supporting work-life balance through encouraging vacations and flexible schedules. Employees report opportunities for growth, a unique career path, and the ability to make an impact. Our work environment is collaborative and committed, focused on problem-solving and technology development. Our teams include Research & Development, Software Engineering, Sales & Marketing, and Business Services.

We offer a healthy work-life balance, encouraging vacations and supporting flexible schedules. Our employees engage in impactful work where their contributions matter directly to company and customer success. Our competitive benefits package includes 100% premium coverage, paid time off, sick time, holidays, stock options, short and long term disability, and 401k. We support career growth and continual learning, encouraging presenting, publishing, and patenting innovative work. Social events, both virtual and onsite, include lunch and learns, wellness programs, charity events, and trivia nights. We operate in an established, growing start-up environment and offer a dog-friendly office in Burnaby, British Columbia.