Senior HR Operations Manager

Senior HR Operations Manager D-Wave (NYSE: QBTS) , D-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. We are the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the only company building both annealing and gate-model quantum computers. Our mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum, today. Our quantum computers — the world’s largest — feature QPUs with sub-second response times and can be deployed on-premises or accessed through our quantum cloud service, which offers 99.9% availability and uptime. More than 100 organizations trust D-Wave with their toughest computational challenges. With over 200 million problems submitted to our quantum systems to date, our customers apply our technology to address use cases spanning optimization, artificial intelligence, research and more. Learn more about realizing the value of quantum computing today and how we’re shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow: www.dwavequantum.com . You can read more about our company and our innovations in the pages of The Wall Street Journal, Time Magazine, Fast Company, MIT Technology Review, Forbes, Inc. Magazine, Wired and across many whitepapers. At D-Wave, we’re helping customers realize the value of quantum computing today and are shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow. About the role We are looking for a thoughtful, execution-driven Senior Manager, HR Operations to help lead and scale global HR programs that deliver both exceptional employee experiences and strong operational foundations. This role sits at the intersection of people, processes, and technology , with a focus on advancing a modern, elegant, tech-enabled HR operating model . You will focus on the HR Operations components of talent programs and the delivery of HR services , where a well-integrated HR technology stack is core to driving process improvements, efficiency gains, and a seamless, customized employee experience. As a force multiplier for HR, you will partner closely with HR leadership, business stakeholders, and regional teams to translate strategy into execution—enabling scalable program delivery, optimizing service operations, and leveraging technology, automation, and AI to increase impact across the organization. What you'll do HR Programs & Service Delivery Drive execution of the HR Operations components of Talent Programs , ensuring scalable, consistent, and high-quality delivery Project manage HR Operations workstreams across talent initiatives, from requirements through rollout and adoption Oversee delivery of core HR services, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and a strong employee experience Ensure consistent execution across regions while accommodating local requirements Process Optimization, Employee Experience & AI Enablement Design and optimize HR processes with a focus on employee experience, clarity, and ease of use Drive process improvements to streamline workflows, reduce manual effort, and improve service delivery Identify and implement opportunities to leverage automation and AI to enhance HR operations Support and scale practical AI use cases (e.g., employee support tools, onboarding guidance, automated documentation, case routing, knowledge access) Ensure processes are well-documented, scalable, and consistently executed with strong attention to detail HR Technology & Integrated Systems Partner with HRIS and IT to implement, integrate, and optimize HR systems and tools Contribute to the evolution of an integrated HR technology stack that enables efficient operations and a seamless employee experience Identify opportunities to better connect systems, workflows, and data to improve end-to-end HR service delivery Leverage system capabilities, data, and insights to drive continuous improvement Compliance, Risk & Governance Ensure HR processes align with SOC 2 and SOX controls , protecting ... (truncated, view full listing at source)