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# Senior Quantum Applications Engineer

- **Company:** D-Wave Quantum Inc.
- **Location:** New Haven, CT, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $187,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Artificial Intelligence, Code Review, Nvidia CUDA, Continuous Integration, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Quantum Computing, Software Engineering, GitHub Copilot, Large Language Models, Information Technology, GPT, Software Version Control
- **Published:** August 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3363365738&tx=IT9285TTD&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* MS or PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or related field with a specialization in quantum computing. Equivalent industry experience will also be considered
 * Minimum5+ years of experience in the development, simulation, and deployment of quantum algorithms including NISQ algorithms
 * Minimum3+ years of experience with Python programming or another general-purpose language, with a demonstratedtrack recordof shipping production-quality code
 * Expertisewith one or more quantum computing SDKs likeQiskit, PennyLane, or CUDA Quantum
 * Expertisewith principles of quantum computing and quantum information science
 * Demonstrated depth in at least oneapplication vertical(e.g., quantum chemistry, machine learning, finance, optimization, or cryptography), with hands-on project or product experience beyond coursework
 * Strong software engineering skills: writing clean, well-tested, maintainable code and collaborating through code review, version control, and CI/CD in a team environment
 * Familiarity with AI-assisted software development using LLM-based coding tools (e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or ChatGPT Codex), including sound judgment about when to rely on their output and when to independently verify it
 * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts

## Description

We are seeking a talented Senior Quantum Applications Engineer to join our quantum applications and algorithms team. Our goal is to develop high-impact algorithms that will make our gate-model quantum systems valuable to users. We're searching for candidates who possess a robust technical background, particularly in developing quantum applications for fields such as chemistry, machine learning, and quantum error correction. The ideal candidate will not only bring substantial technical expertise to our diverse team but will also excel in facilitating clear communication across internal software, firmware, and hardware teams and with our users.

What you'll do

 * Collaborate with multiple research and engineering teams to design, implement, and rigorously test novel high-impact quantum applications in domains such as chemistry, materials science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, finance, and cryptography
 * Explore applications from post-NISQthrough tofault-tolerant commercial utility
 * Identifyalgorithms that enhance the value of our quantum hardware by considering its specific features and constraints
 * Implement and support simulation features
 * Work closely with quantum engineers to execute quantum applications on hardware, * 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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