Full Stack Software Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Full Stack Software Engineer [510]. Location: New Haven, CT, USA

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with product managers, scientists, and engineers to translate functional requirements into technical specifications and software solutions.
• Architect and build efficient, reliable, scalable, and maintainable systems from concept through production.
• Design and develop tooling and core software required for the development and operation of quantum processors.
• Build core platform infrastructure and backend services that enable reliable access to D-Wave's gate-model quantum computers.
• Develop user-facing features and interfaces using modern front-end technologies.
• Design and implement user interfaces using frameworks such as Vue.js or React.
• Write clean, well-documented, maintainable code;
• Participate in code reviews and help maintain high standards for software quality.
• Troubleshoot and debug technical issues, identify performance bottlenecks, and implement effective solutions.
• Optimize system performance and improve the overall user experience.
• Work across the full software stack on highly visible projects that support D-Wave's quantum computing products.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Contribute to automated, scalable, resilient, and maintainable systems.
• Collaborate effectively across a fast-paced, multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on full-stack software development experience.
• Strong experience with Python.
• Experience with another high-level programming language such as Go, C++, or Java.
• Proficiency with front-end technologies and modern frameworks such as Vue.js or React.
• Competence with cloud platforms, specifically AWS.
• Strong knowledge of database systems and SQL;
• Hands-on experience designing, optimizing, and maintaining relational databases, preferably PostgreSQL.
• Experience with Git version control, build tools, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of software testing principles, including unit, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Experience developing and working with RESTful APIs.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to document and communicate complex technical concepts clearly.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Base salary range of $125,000 to $187,000 USD per year for the New Haven location.
• Compensation may include company ownership, competitive pay, bonus opportunities, benefits, and other perks.
• D-Wave reviews total rewards during the interview process, with final compensation determined based on the candidate's qualifications and proficiency for the role.
• Opportunities for career growth, mentorship, and professional development;
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment with employees ranging from experienced domain experts to early-career professionals.
• D-Wave emphasizes employee empowerment, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Other Information:

• Work arrangement: Hybrid.
• Department: Research and Development.
• No third-party candidates will be accepted;
• D-Wave is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace.