Senior Quantum Software Engineer [514]

Clutch Canada; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 103,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

D-Wave is seeking a Quantum Software Engineer to work on our core software, calibration systems, and tooling for our quantum computers within the Systems Software Engineering department. This role is based in New Haven and offers the opportunity to enable researchers and engineers in protocol development and automation of quantum processor operations.

You will collaborate with physicists and engineers to translate requirements into technical specifications, implement backend systems, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in computer science, electrical/computer engineering, math, physics, or chemistry.
• 2+ years of hands-on software development with Python.
• Experience troubleshooting and debugging with profilers and other tools.
• Proficiency with version control systems.
• Knowledge of software testing: unit, integration, and end-to-end.
• Knowledge of quantum APIs (Qiskit, Q#, CUDA-Q, Cirq) and gate-based QC.
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and teamwork.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product managers, scientists, and engineers to translate requirements into specifications and deliverables.
• Implement and extend reliable back-end systems.
• Modify tooling and core software for calibration, protocol development, experimentation, and automation of quantum processor operations.
• Write clean, well-documented code and conduct thorough code reviews.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues, identify bottlenecks, and optimize performance.

Skills

Python

Profilers

Version control

Software testing

Quantum APIs

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or higher in CS/EE/Math/Physics/Chemistry

Tools

Git

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 Quantum Software Engineer to work on our core software, calibration systems, and tooling for our quantum computers within the Systems Software Engineering department. This team works very closely with our physicists and acts as a bridge between the core software team and our physicists. You will be enabling our physicists in their design and implementation of protocols and then integrate them into our core software platform and quantum computer systems automation.

What you'll do

• Collaborate with product managers, scientists, and other engineers to translate functional requirements into technical specifications and deliverables
• Implement and extend efficient, reliable, and maintainable back-end systems
• Collaborate to modify tooling and core software needed for calibration, protocol development, experimentation, and automation of our quantum processor operations
• Write clean, well-documented code, and conduct thorough code reviews to ensure code quality and maintainability
• Troubleshoot and debug issues, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to optimize performance and improve the user experience

About You

• Bachelor’s or higher in computer science, electrical/computer engineering, math, physics, or chemistry.
• 2+ years of hands‑on software development experience with Python
• Experience troubleshooting and debugging using profilers and other tools
• Competence with version control
• Knowledge of software testing principles and practices (unit testing, integration testing, and end-to-end testing)
• Knowledge of quantum API’s (Qiskit, Q#, CUDA-Q, Cirq) and gate based quantum computing
• 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 and document 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.

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 Fine Print:

No 3rd party candidates will be accepted

The base pay range for this role is:

$103,000– 154,000 USD (New Haven)