Senior Technical Content Writer and Instructor
D-Wave · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $116,280 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Write quantum computing learning materials.
- Support clients building quantum solutions.
- Design and deliver technical training.
- Collaborate with internal and external SMEs.
- Requires Master's degree and 3+ years experience.
About the role
About D-Wave
D-Wave (NYSE: QBTS) is a leader in quantum computing systems, software, and services. We are the world's first commercial supplier of quantum computers, building both annealing and gate-model quantum computers. Our mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum computing today. Our quantum computers are the world’s largest, featuring QPUs with sub-second response times and deployable on-premises or via our quantum cloud service with 99.9% availability and uptime. Over 100 organizations trust D-Wave for their toughest computational challenges, with over 200 million problems submitted to our quantum systems. Customers use our technology for optimization, artificial intelligence, research, and more. Learn more about quantum computing and our role in shaping its future at www.dwavequantum.com. D-Wave's innovations have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Time Magazine, Fast Company, MIT Technology Review, Forbes, Inc. Magazine, Wired, and numerous whitepapers. We are shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow.About The Role
D-Wave is seeking a skilled Technical Content Writer and Instructor with strong optimization knowledge. This role involves writing new technical learning materials and supporting clients in building quantum optimization solutions. You will collaborate with internal teams and clients to define learning needs, create new curriculum and learning content, manage and improve existing training materials, and deliver high-quality training experiences.What You'll Do
- Collaborate with internal and external SMEs to write content for new and existing courses on quantum computing, optimization methods, problem formulation, programming, algorithms, benchmarking, quantum physics, and related technical topics.
- Formulate optimization problems, clearly communicate modeling decisions, write clean Python code, and analyze solutions.
- Own and drive the design and continuous improvement of curriculum and learning experiences, incorporating feedback, performance data, and evolving best practices.
- Create assessments that align with learning objectives and evaluate the effectiveness of curriculum and learning experiences.
- Deliver engaging in-person and virtual training, workshops, and hackathons; support learners with technical setup and troubleshooting.
- Lead train-the-trainer sessions to enable scalable, high-quality instruction across instructors.
- Facilitate alignment across SMEs and stakeholders, resolving ambiguity and driving decisions on content and structure.
- Support online learners through office hours, discussion forums, answering questions, and providing timely feedback on assignments.
- Contribute to LMS operations, including course setup, updates, and reporting.
- Identify opportunities to improve content, delivery processes, and learner experience.
- Travel (~25%) to support training events, workshops, and client engagements.
What You'll Bring
- Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience in operations research, data science, optimization, mathematics, physics, computer science, or a related technical field.
- Experience in solving real-world optimization problems (discrete or continuous), ideally within industries such as manufacturing, logistics, retail, pharma, fintech, and/or research.
- Strong Python programming skills (2+ years) and experience with version control (e.g., Git).
- Solid understanding of optimization methods such as mixed-integer programming, constraint programming, and advanced heuristic techniques.
- Experience writing technical content for adult learners and delivering instructor-led training (in-person and virtual).
- Ability to collaborate with SMEs and stakeholders to create and refine high-quality learning content.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts.
- Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration skills.
A D-Waver's DNA
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Skills & topics
- Technical Writer
- Content Creator
- Instructor
- Quantum Computing
- Optimization
- Python
- Technical Training
- Curriculum Development
- SME Collaboration
- Adult Learning
- Master's Degree
- Operations Research
- Data Science
- Git
- Problem Formulation
- Algorithm
- Benchmarking
- Physics
- Computer Science
- Instructor-Led Training
- Virtual Training
- In-Person Training
- Hackathon
- Train-the-Trainer
- LMS
- Remote
- Canada
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your Master's degree, 3+ years in operations research, data science, optimization, or related fields, and Python/Git experience.
- Showcase your expertise: Emphasize your experience in solving real-world optimization problems and delivering technical training.
- Quantify achievements: Use numbers to demonstrate the impact of your content creation and training delivery.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss optimization methods, Python programming, and quantum computing concepts.
- Demonstrate collaboration: Highlight your ability to work with SMEs and stakeholders to create learning content.
Technical preparation
Master optimization methods: MIP, CP, heuristics.,Practice Python for problem formulation.,Familiarize with Git for version control.,Study quantum computing concepts.
Behavioral questions
Describe explaining complex topics simply.,Share an example of SME collaboration.,How do you handle feedback on content?,Showcase problem-solving in a project.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key qualifications for the Senior Technical Content Writer and Instructor role at D-Wave?
- The Senior Technical Content Writer and Instructor at D-Wave requires a Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience in operations research, data science, optimization, mathematics, physics, computer science, or a related technical field. Strong Python programming skills (2+ years) and experience with version control (e.g., Git) are essential. Experience in solving real-world optimization problems and delivering technical training (in-person and virtual) is also crucial.
- What kind of technical content will I be creating for D-Wave?
- You will be writing content for new and existing courses on quantum computing, optimization methods, problem formulation, programming, algorithms, benchmarking, quantum physics, and other related technical topics. This includes formulating optimization problems, writing Python code, and analyzing solutions.
- What is the expected travel for this Senior Technical Content Writer and Instructor position at D-Wave?
- The role requires approximately 25% travel to support training events, workshops, and client engagements. This travel is essential for delivering engaging in-person training and collaborating with clients.
- Does D-Wave offer remote work for this Senior Technical Content Writer and Instructor role?
- Yes, D-Wave offers remote work for this position in both the United States and Canada, as indicated by the salary ranges provided for both locations. However, the role does involve approximately 25% travel.
- What programming languages and tools are important for this D-Wave role?
- Strong Python programming skills (2+ years) are essential for this role. Experience with version control systems like Git is also a requirement for managing code and collaborating effectively.
- What specific optimization methods should I be familiar with for the D-Wave Senior Technical Content Writer and Instructor job?
- A solid understanding of optimization methods such as mixed-integer programming, constraint programming, and advanced heuristic techniques is expected for this role. Experience in solving real-world optimization problems is highly valued.
- How does D-Wave approach team collaboration for content development?
- D-Wave emphasizes collaboration with both internal and external Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and stakeholders. You'll be expected to facilitate alignment, resolve ambiguity, and drive decisions on content and structure.