Laboratory Ops Technician – Quantum Systems (R&D)

D-Wave Quantum Inc.; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

D-Wave Quantum Inc. in Boca Raton, Florida, is hiring a Research Technician to join our LabOps team as we stand up a new facility in 2027.

This role involves hands-on work with cryogenic equipment and testing of quantum technology, with strong documentation and safety practices. You will support dilution refrigerator cooldowns, assist with data collection, and help establish reliable lab operations during ramp-up.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on technical experience.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation and experimental hardware.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.
• Willingness to learn cryogenic operating skills.
• Engineering or physics degree valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support dilution refrigerator cooldowns and warmups, including system prep and checks.
• Record cooldown data, payload information, and configurations accurately.
• Perform first-pass troubleshooting and routine maintenance with supervision.
• Coordinate with other teams to support payload readiness and throughput.
• Help establish Florida lab operations, document workflows, and improve procedures.
• Follow safety requirements and escalate risks appropriately.

Skills

Lab instrumentation

Cryogenic operating skills

Troubleshooting

Documentation discipline

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Education

Engineering or Physics degree valued

Tools

Cryogenic systems

Vacuum systems

Job description

D-Wave Quantum Inc. in Boca Raton, Florida, is hiring a Research Technician to join our LabOps team as we stand up a new facility in 2027.

This role involves hands-on work with cryogenic equipment and testing of quantum technology, with strong documentation and safety practices. You will support dilution refrigerator cooldowns, assist with data collection, and help establish reliable lab operations during ramp-up.