D-Wave Systems

Quantum Application Engineer

D-Wave Systems$125K — $187K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MS or PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, with a focus on quantum computing.
  • 5+ years of practical software development experience using C, C++, Python, or similar languages.
  • 3+ years in quantum computing or quantum information, familiar with at least one modern quantum SDK such as Qiskit or Q#.
  • Proficient with Git version control, build tools, and CI/CD methodologies.
  • Experienced in software testing principles including unit and integration tests.
  • Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail for collaborative projects.
  • Effective communicator capable of simplifying complex technical ideas.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with physicists to design and validate quantum error correction codes.
  • Develop and integrate robust software components into D-Wave's existing software stack.
  • Estimate resources for practical error correction problems in quantum applications.
  • Produce clean, well-documented code and conduct thorough code reviews.
  • Mentor colleagues on software best practices and ensure adherence to standards.
  • Drive collaborative development efforts with various stakeholders.
  • Conduct simulations to assist in practical applications of fault-tolerant implementations.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for equity participation in the company.
  • Access to a comprehensive range of meaningful benefits.
  • Empowerment for personal and career growth through coaching.
  • Supportive and inclusive company culture that values diverse perspectives.
  • Engagement in innovative projects at the frontier of quantum computing.
Full Job Description
About the role

D-Wave is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented QEC Software Engineer to co-design, validate, and test infrastructure for QEC. In addition, the selected candidate will also perform simulations and resource estimation for practical applications with state-of-the-art fault-tolerant implementations.

What you'll do

  • Collaborate with physicists and other QEC specialists to develop, simulate, and experimentally validate QEC codes
  • Implement robust software components, integrate them into D-Wave's software stack, and write comprehensive tests
  • Work with stakeholders on both near- and long-term quantum computing applications including error correction resource estimation for practical problems
  • Write clean, well-documented code and conduct thorough code reviews to ensure code quality and maintainability
  • Provide software mentorship and guidance on best practices and help drive adherence to software best practices

About You

  • MS or PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with a specialization in quantum computing
  • 5+ years of hands-on software development experience with C, C++, Python, or another general-purpose compiled programming language
  • 3+ Quantum computing or quantum information experience including at least one modern quantum SDK such as Qiskit, Q#, CUDA-Q, or Stim
  • Competence with Git version control, build tools, and CI/CD pipelines
  • Use of software testing principles and practices, including unit testing, integration testing, and end-to-end testing
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts.


A D-Waver's DNA

  • We look at the future and say "why not"; we see possibilities where others see problems or routines. We show the way ahead and are committed to achieving ambitious goals.
  • We practice straight talk and listen generously to each other with empathy. We value different opinions and points of views. We ensure that we connect outside as well as inside to learn from others and inspire each other.
  • We hold ourselves accountable for delivering results. We make decisions & take responsibility so that we can act & support each other.
  • As 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.


Our Compensation Philosophy is Simple but Powerful:

We 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.

During 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.

Inclusion:

We celebrate diverse perspectives to drive innovation in our pursuit. Our employees range from distinguished domain experts with decades of experience in their respective fields, to bright and motivated graduates eager to make their mark. Our diverse and innovative team will make you feel appreciated, supported and empower your career growth at D-Wave.

The base pay range for this role is:

125,000 - 187,000 USD (New Haven, CT)

About D-Wave Systems

D-Wave Systems is a quantum computing company that designs and manufactures quantum computers and provides quantum computing services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada. D-Wave's quantum computers are used by government, commercial, and academic customers to solve complex problems in fields such as optimization, machine learning, and cybersecurity. The company's flagship product is the D-Wave 2000Q, a 2048-qubit quantum computer. D-Wave has raised over $200 million in funding from investors including Goldman Sachs and Bezos Expeditions.
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