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# Senior Quantum Software Engineer, Compiler

- **Company:** D-Wave Quantum Inc.
- **Location:** Haven, KS, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), C (Programming Language), Computing Platforms, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Software Quality, Code Review, Nvidia CUDA, Computer Programming, Databases, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Oracle (Applications), Programming Environments, E2e Testing, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Git, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Build Tools
- **Published:** July 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gj7lp0

## About the Role

+ Master's degreein computer science,electrical/computerengineering,math,physics,chemistry, or equivalent experience with strong physics aptitude

 + 5+ years of hands-on software development experience with C, C++, Python, or another general-purposecompiledprogramming language

 + Strong understanding of compiler design fundamentals

 + 2+ years developing compiler software/transpilingquantum models and usingquantumAPI's(Qiskit, CUDA-Q, Q#, or Cirq)to convert quantum circuits into quantum logic and basis gates

 + Experience with intermediate representations such as QIR and compiler toolchain technologies including LLVM, MLIR,lexers, and parsers

 + Experience programming with one or more high level quantum programming languages and/or models such asQiskit, CUDA-Q, Q#,orCirq

 + Proficient with database systems and SQL with hands-on experience working with relational databases (e.g.PostgreSQL, Oracle)

 + 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 toeffectively communicate complex technical concepts

## Description

D-Wave is seeking a talented Senior Quantum Software Engineer, Compiler to join our dynamic team and work on developing key pieces of our software platform and tools focusing primarily on our compiler and interface to various quantum programming environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing tools and transpilation layers converting general quantum circuits into gate and lower-level quantum control sequences. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including application engineers, quantum physicists, and embedded software engineers to design, develop, and deploy innovative solutions.

What you'll do

 + Collaborate with product managers, scientists, and other engineers to translate functional requirements into technical specifications androbustsolutions

 + Work directly with quantum application engineers and quantum physicists to understand how to convert quantum circuits intoimplementationstargetingour industry-leading dual-rail qubit architecture

 + Architect and build efficient, reliable,scalable,and maintainable compiler software and tools

 + Write clean, well-documented code and conduct thorough code reviews to ensure code quality and maintainability

 + Troubleshoot and debug issues,identifybottlenecks, and implement solutions tooptimizeperformance and improve the user experience

 + Provide software mentorshipandguidance on best practices and help driveadherence tosoftware best practices, + 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.


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