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We make decisions & take responsibility so that we can act & support each other.\nAs 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.\nOur Compensation Philosophy is Simple but Powerful:\nWe 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.\nDuring the interview process, your Recruiter will review our total rewards (base, equity, bonus, perks, benefit, culture) offerings. The final offer is determined by your proficiencies within this level.\nInclusion:\nWe celebrate diverse perspectives to drive innovation in our pursuit. 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