In-house Patent Agent [587]

D-Wave Quantum Inc.; New Haven (CT); Hybrid; USD 137,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

D-Wave Quantum Inc. is seeking an experienced Patent Agent/Patent Specialist to support its IP team in New Haven, CT, and Boca Raton, FL. The role requires regular onsite work at New Haven, with travel to Boca Raton, andHybrid work arrangement at New Haven location.

You will lead IP education, draft and prosecute patent applications, coordinate with external counsel, and help grow D-Wave's patent portfolio across gate and annealing technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Physics, Mathematics, Computing Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience drafting and prosecuting patents before a Patent Office.
• Proven experience in patent drafting, prosecution, and portfolio management.
• Registration as a U.S. Patent Agent or Patent Attorney (or equivalent certification) is an asset.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and sound judgment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience mentoring junior professionals is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead IP education initiatives and promote IP best practices tailored to New Haven and Boca Raton teams.
• Develop understanding of company technology and partner with R&D to identify and capture innovations.
• Draft and prosecute high-quality patent applications across diverse technical areas.
• Coordinate effectively with external patent counsel.
• Build strong partnerships across technical teams.
• Support growth, management, and continuous improvement of D-Wave's patent portfolio.
• Recommend and implement improvements to IP processes.
• Monitor developments in quantum technologies and IP law to inform strategy.

Skills

Patent drafting

Prosecution

Portfolio management

Stakeholder mgmt

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Physics/Math/CS/EE

Patent Agent/Attorney registration

Job description

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NASDAQ: QBTS) is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. It is the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the first and only to offer dual-platform quantum computing products and services, spanning both annealing and gate-model quantum computing technologies. 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. More than 100 organizations across commercial,government,and research sectors trust D-Wave to address complex computational challenges using quantum computing. Learn more about realizing the value of quantum computing today and how D-Wave is shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow: www.dwavequantum.com .

About the role

Are you passionate aboutcutting-edgetechnologyandworking with world-class researchers?Do you enjoy intellectually challenging patentworkin a collaborative environment?

D-Wave is seekinganexperiencedPatent Agent/Patent Specialistto join our Intellectual Property(IP)teamand support the growth of our quantum computing research and development.This role will support our expanding presence in New Haven, CT, and Boca Raton, FL, and will require regular onsite support at our New Haven facility, with occasional travel to Boca Raton.Youwill contribute to the integration of our new locations and the development of IP strategy at the intersection ofgate and annealing based quantum computing technologies.

The successful candidate will be hired as either a Staff or Principal Patent Specialist, based on theirexpertiseanddemonstratedtechnical impact.

This is a hybrid role out of our New Haven CT location.

What you'll do

• LeadIPeducation initiatives and promoteIPbest practicestailored to the needs of the New Haven and Boca Raton research and development teams.
• Develop a solid understanding of company technologyand partner with research and development teams toidentifyand capture valuable innovations
• Draftand prosecute high-quality patent applications across diverse technical areas.
• Coordinate effectivelywith external patent counsel.
• Build strong partnerships across technical teams.
• Support the growth, management, and continuous improvement of D-Wave's patent portfolio.
• Recommend and implement improvements to IP processes.
• Anticipate challenges,recommendsolutions, and elevate when appropriate.
• Monitor developments in quantum technologies and evolving IP law to inform strategy.

About You

• Bachelor'sdegree or higher inPhysics, Mathematics, ComputingScience, Electrical Engineering, ora relatedtechnical field.
• Experiencedrafting and prosecuting patents beforea Patent Office.
• Proven experiencein patent drafting, prosecution, and portfolio management.
• Registration as a U.S. Patent Agent or Patent Attorney (or equivalentcertification)isan asset.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills,and sound judgment.
• Excellent communication,negotiation, and stakeholder managementskills.
• Provenability tomanage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, anda solutions-oriented mindset.
• Experience building collaborative relationshipsacrossa variety of technical backgrounds.
• Experiencementoring juniorprofessionalsis an asset.

You are an experienced patent professional who has a proven history ofexpertlymanaging complex patent matters and applying strong technical and IPexpertiseto patent drafting and prosecution. You are a thought leader within the team, contributing to improving IP practices and continuing to buildexpertiseas a trusted partner, providing feedback toothersand seeking growth opportunities within and outside the team. You efficiently prioritize a varied workload,anticipateand develop solutions to challenging problems, and collaborate effectively across technical and business teams to support innovation and businessobjectives. Typically gained through 6+ years of relevant experience. Pay Range: 137,000.00-188,000.00USD per year

Principal Patent Specialist

You are a highly experiencedpatentprofessionalwho has wide-ranging experience successfullydrafting and prosecutingpatent applications andcancontribute creative and strategicexpertiseto grow and strengthen D-Wave’s patent portfolio. You are prepared to independently lead significant IP initiatives, build alignment across diverse stakeholders, andproactivelyidentifygapsin best practices.You bring a growth mindset,regularlysolicitfeedback from others, and contribute to ateamculture of excellence.You bring strong judgment, creativity, and the ability toanticipatefuture technology and market needs, as well as aprovenability to balance a diverse workload andanticipateand develop solutions to future challenges.Typically gained through 8+ years of relevant experience. Pay Range: 157,000.00-216,000.00 per year

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 appreciative, supported and empower your career growth at D-Wave.

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.

The Fine Print:

No 3rd party candidates will be accepted

The pay range for this role is:

157,000 - 216,000 USD per year (New Haven, CT)

137,000 - 188,000 USD per year (New Haven, CT)