Director, Cryogenic Packaging

Job Description

Job Title: Director, Cryogenic Packaging. Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada (Hybrid)

Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategy, development, and production of cryogenic packaging and superconducting packaging technologies for Quantum Processor Units
• Own superconducting PCB manufacturing capability, including capacity planning, technology maturity, quality standards, and operational readiness
• Build, scale, and lead Cryogenic Packaging and Superconducting PCB Manufacturing teams with strong succession planning and long-term stability
• Define and align the long-term technical roadmap for multi-chip cryogenic integrated circuit packaging with the company’s quantum platform strategy
• Ensure reliable access to advanced superconducting multi-chip packaging technologies aligned with future product generations
• Set high cultural, technical, and scientific standards for Cryogenic Packaging at the Burnaby R&D facility;
• Anticipate future system and product needs and develop required capabilities ahead of demand
• Evaluate emerging technologies, academic research, and external innovations for possible integration into the product roadmap
• Build and maintain strong vendor and partner relationships to secure long-term access to advanced packaging technologies
• Drive cross-functional alignment across hardware, fabrication, cryogenics, systems, and product leadership
• Promote disciplined experimentation, portfolio-level risk management, and operational reliability;
• Translate technical risks, progress, and trade-offs into executive-level insights for strategic decisions
• Establish strong operational processes including quality control, confidentiality, and scalable packaging programs
• Serve as a senior advisor to leadership on matters impacting the quantum computing roadmap

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or a related technical field
• 15+ years of experience in advanced hardware or technology development
• 7+ years of leadership experience in technical, R&D, or manufacturing environments
• Proven experience leading complex, multidisciplinary technology programs from development through production
• Strong ability to build and sustain high-performing teams with focus on accountability and inclusion
• Sound decision-making skills in complex and high-impact situations;
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical topics clearly to executives
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and deliver results with high quality and reliability

Benefits and Compensation:

• Base salary range: $164,360 to $305,240 CAD per year
• Company ownership opportunities and equity
• Performance-based bonus structure
• Competitive benefits and perks
• Clear total rewards discussion during the interview process
• Final offer based on experience and proficiency level

Other Information: No third-party candidates will be accepted, Equal employment opportunity provided to all applicants regardless of protected characteristics, Work location: Burnaby R&D facility with hybrid flexibility, Department: Research and Development