Senior Quantum Solutions Architect - Optimization

D-Wave; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

D-Wave Quantum Inc. is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect for the UK/Ireland to build quantum optimization solutions for customer applications. You will work with delivery leads, developers, and other architects to map customer problems to D-Wave’s hybrid solvers and test prototypes for production deployment.

You will gather requirements, lead solution design, and collaborate with internal teams to prioritize features while delivering high-impact results in a production environment.

Qualifications

• Masters/PhD in Operations Research, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• 5+ years Python experience with NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn; NetworkX is a bonus.
• Experience working directly with external customers (consulting) to identify requirements and propose solutions.
• Experience with leading optimization tools and techniques including Gurobi, CPLEX, genetic algorithms, and simulated annealing.
• Strong mathematical modelling and optimisation solution capabilities; ability to deliver production-ready applications.
• Experience with Git version control.
• Proven track record of on-time, high-quality delivery.
• Industry exposure in Manufacturing, Logistics, Retail, or Services is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build customer applications on the D-Wave quantum computer and internal tools.
• Ensure successful delivery of projects to achieve business value for customers.
• Communicate capabilities with customers and ask probing questions to understand the problem and propose solutions.
• Gather requirements on customer use cases, lead brainstorming sessions, consult with customers on potential solutions, model use cases mathematically, and design and develop quantum hybrid applications.
• Build and maintain relationships with leaders across various groups within D-Wave.
• Share customer and project-related insights with D-Wave's tools and product teams and help prioritize new product features.
• Organize, prepare, and present technical information in a clear and effective manner.
• Participate in the development of an inclusive, helpful, fun environment.

Skills

Python

Education

Masters/PhD in OR, Data Science, Math, Statistics, CS

Tools

NumPy

Pandas

Scikit-learn

NetworkX

Git

Gurobi

CPLEX

Genetic Algorithms

Simulated Annealing

Job description

D-Wave Quantum Inc. is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect for the UK/Ireland to build quantum optimization solutions for customer applications. You will work with delivery leads, developers, and other architects to map customer problems to D-Wave’s hybrid solvers and test prototypes for production deployment.

You will gather requirements, lead solution design, and collaborate with internal teams to prioritize features while delivering high-impact results in a production environment.