Senior Systems Integration Engineer [552]

D-Wave; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 133,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

D-Wave, Burnaby, is seeking a Senior Systems Integration Engineer to support the development, integration, validation, and continuous improvement of complex quantum computing systems. This role sits at the intersection of electronics, mechanical, cryogenics, system software, service, production, and processor development.

You will lead system integration across subsystems, define interfaces, translate needs into clear requirements, and help move systems from R&D through manufacturing and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, hardware integration, product development, validation, or related roles.
• Experience integrating complex hardware systems including electrical, mechanical, software, controls, or cryogenic elements.
• Strong understanding of requirements, interfaces, configurations, failure modes, and system-level trade-offs.
• Experience with hardware/software interfaces, system diagnostics, control systems, or software-driven hardware.
• Experience with verification and validation planning, test execution, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis.
• Familiarity with configuration management and product lifecycle workflows.
• Strong technical writing skills including requirements, procedures, test plans, and reports.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across teams.
• Hands-on mindset and willingness to work flexible hours; on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Lead system integration activities across electrical, mechanical, cryogenic, software, instrumentation, and control subsystems.
• Define hardware/software interfaces, integration requirements, diagnostics, test workflows, and system behavior with System Software team.
• Translate needs into clear system requirements, interface definitions, test plans, and documentation.
• Support system bring-up, commissioning, validation, troubleshooting, upgrades, and sustaining engineering.
• Develop and maintain system-level verification and validation plans and diagnostic procedures.
• Investigate complex system issues, perform root-cause analysis, and drive corrective actions.
• Partner with service and engineering teams to improve reliability and service readiness.
• Participate in design reviews, integration reviews, FMEA, change reviews, and ECR/ECO processes.
• Identify gaps in tools and processes; implement improvements.
• Communicate risks, trade-offs, progress to engineering teams and management.
• Mentor junior team members and promote systems engineering practices.

Skills

Systems engineering

Hardware integration

Requirements management

Verification & validation planning

Root-cause analysis

Diagnostics and troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical writing

On-call readiness

Travel readiness

Education

Engineering degree (systems/electrical/mechanical/engineering physics/physics)

Tools

Python

C/C++

PLC logic

Linux/UNIX

Data acquisition

Test automation

System monitoring

Software/hardware integration

Job description

D-Wave (NYSE: QBTS), D-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. It is the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the first and only to offer dual-platform quantum computing products and services, spanning both annealing and gate‑model quantum computing technologies. D-Wave’s mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum today through enterprise‑grade systems available on‑premises and via its Leap™ quantum cloud service, which offers 99.9% availability and uptime. More than 100 organizations across commercial, government, and research sectors trust D-Wave to address complex computational challenges using quantum computing. Learn more about realizing the value of quantum computing today and how D-Wave is shaping the quantum‑driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow: www.dwavequantum.com.

About The Role

D-Wave is seeking a Senior Systems Integration Engineer to support the development, integration, validation, and continuous improvement of complex quantum computing systems. This role sits at the intersection of electronics, mechanical, cryogenics, system software, service, production, and processor development.

You will help ensure that subsystem requirements, interfaces, diagnostics, test plans, and system configurations are clearly defined, validated, documented, and supportable across the full product lifecycle. Your work will help move systems from R&D through integration, commissioning, New Product Introduction, manufacturing, field support, and sustaining engineering.

This is a hands‑on, cross‑functional role for an experienced engineer who can solve complex system‑level problems, connect technical details across hardware and software disciplines, and help improve system reliability, serviceability, and performance.

What You’ll Do

• Lead system integration activities across electrical, mechanical, cryogenic, software, instrumentation, and control subsystems.
• Work closely with the System Software team to define hardware/software interfaces, integration requirements, diagnostics, test workflows, and system behavior.
• Translate R&D, software, service, production, and customer needs into clear system requirements, interface definitions, test plans, and documentation.
• Support system bring‑up, commissioning, validation, troubleshooting, upgrades, and sustaining engineering.
• Develop and maintain system‑level verification and validation plans, diagnostic procedures, configuration records, and integration documentation.
• Investigate complex system issues, lead root‑cause analysis, and drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Partner with service and engineering teams to improve reliability, maintainability, diagnostics, troubleshooting workflows, and service readiness.
• Participate in design reviews, integration reviews, FMEA, change reviews, and ECR/ECO processes.
• Identify gaps in tools, processes, documentation, and system diagnostics; recommend and implement practical improvements.
• Communicate technical risks, trade‑offs, progress, and recommendations clearly to engineering teams and management.
• Mentor junior team members and promote strong systems engineering practices.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree or diploma in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Physics, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, hardware integration, product development, validation, service engineering, field reliability, or a related multidisciplinary technical role.
• Experience integrating complex hardware systems involving electrical, mechanical, software, controls, instrumentation, or cryogenic elements.
• Strong understanding of requirements, interfaces, dependencies, configurations, failure modes, and system‑level trade‑offs.
• Experience working with hardware/software interfaces, system diagnostics, control systems, or software‑driven hardware platforms.
• Experience with verification and validation planning, test execution, troubleshooting, and root‑cause analysis.
• Familiarity with configuration management, engineering change processes, issue tracking, or product lifecycle workflows.
• Strong technical writing skills, including requirements, procedures, test plans, validation reports, troubleshooting guides, and decision records.
• Sound judgment, strong organization, and the ability to make progress with incomplete or changing information.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across engineering, system software, service, production, operations, and scientific teams.
• Hands‑on mindset and interest in building, testing, diagnosing, and improving complex systems.
• Participation in an on‑call rotation and willingness to work flexible hours during busy periods.
• Occasional travel to customer sites across North America and Europe, including short‑term work assignments in the United States.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with cryogenic systems, vacuum systems, superconducting systems, scientific instrumentation, advanced electronics, RF/microwave systems, or machine control systems.
• Experience with Python, C/C++, PLC logic, Linux/UNIX, data acquisition, test automation, system monitoring, or software/hardware integration.
• Familiarity with FMEA, reliability engineering, serviceability, maintainability, incident response, or field support.
• Experience with lab or field instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, temperature controllers, pressure systems, vacuum systems, or control hardware.
• Knowledge of CSA, UL, CE, EMI, EMC, or related compliance standards.
• Current or eligible registration as an EIT or P.Eng. with EGBC.

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 Fine Print

No 3rd party candidates will be accepted

It is D-Wave Systems Inc. policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, local law.

The Base Pay Range For This Role Is

133,000 - 183,000 CAD per year (Burnaby)