Senior Software Engineer

About the role

D-Wave isseeking aSenior Software EngineerfortheCalibration,Automation, and Toolsteam toevolvetheautomated calibration systems and tooling for ourQPUs(quantum processing units)within the Systems Software Engineering department. This team works directly with ourquantumsoftwareengineers andphysicists,building the software platform needed for calibration protocol developmentandexecution. 

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both front-end and back-end development with the ability to contribute to all stages of the software development lifecycle. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy innovative solutions.  We are looking for engineers with diverse experiences such as distributed systems, data streaming, scientific computing, embedded systems, networking, and real-time control systems. 

What you'll do

• Develop and support systems and tools forquantum processorcalibration and operation

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

• Architect, develop, andmaintainweb applications and systems from concept to production

• Design and implement user interfaces using modern front-end technologies

• Architect and build efficient, reliable, and maintainable back-end systems

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

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

• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior software engineers

About You

• Bachelor’sorhigher-leveldegreeincomputerscience,electrical/computerengineering,math,orphysics

• 5+ years of hands-on full stack software development experience both in front-end and back-end technologies

• Strong Python experience and experience inanotherhigh-levellanguagesuch as Java,Go,C, or C++

• Proficient in front-end technologies and modern frameworks (e.g.React, Angular, or Vue.js)

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

• Proficientwithmicroservicesarchitecture and RESTful APIs

• Competence with Git version control, build tools, and CI/CD pipelines

• Competence with cloudplatformsspecifically AWS

• 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 to effectively communicate 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.   

The Fine Print: 

No 3rd party candidates will be accepted

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 base pay range for this role is:

125,000 – 187,000 USD per year (New Haven)