Software Engineer I

D-Wave is seeking a Software Engineer I to join our Systems Software Engineering team. In this entry-level role, you will contribute to the platform infrastructure, backend services, and internal tools that enable reliable access to and operation of our gate-model quantum computers. Working alongside and under the guidance of senior engineers, you will build clean, documented, and well-tested software that connects quantum computing hardware with the applications and services used to operate it. You will collaborate with software engineers, scientists, embedded developers, and other engineering disciplines to solve complex problems at the intersection of software and quantum computing hardware. We are looking for a curious and thoughtful problem solver who enjoys learning, collaborating, and developing reliable, maintainable software. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the quantum processor execution stack and grow your skills through visible, technically challenging projects that help advance quantum computing.

What you’ll do

• Collaborate withsoftware engineers,scientists,and other engineers tounderstand requirementsand implementeffectivesolutions

• Design, develop, test, andmaintainsoftwareand toolsused in the development and operation of quantum processors

• Write clean, well-documented code, andparticipatein code reviews to ensure code quality and maintainability

• Collaboratewith embedded software developers on the software interfaces to instruments, control systems, and quantum processors

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

• Contribute throughout the software development lifecycle from design and implementation through testing, deployment, and operational support, + 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.

• BSor higher incomputerscience,electrical/computerengineering,math,orphysics

• Experience withPythonandat least one compiled programming language such asC,C++,Rust, Go, or Java

• Good understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including version control, testing, debugging, and code quality

• Strong problem-solving skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced team environment

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skillswith a desire to learn from experiencedengineers and contribute to a multi-disciplinary team

• Ability to effectively document and communicate technical concepts

• Competence withGitforversion controland build tools

• Experience with RESTful APIs

• Exposuretocloud platforms,specifically AWS

• Familiarity withsoftware testing principles,includingunit testing, integration testing, and end-to-end testing

• Experienceusingscientific computing libraries such asNumPy.

• Exposure toquantum API’s such asQiskitand quantumcomputingisbeneficialbut notrequired.

$91,000- 137,000 USD (New Haven)

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NASDAQ: QBTS) 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 .