Quantum Software Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Quantum Software Engineer. Location: New Haven, CT, USA

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with product managers, scientists, and engineers to translate functional requirements into technical specifications and deliverables.
• Architect and develop efficient, reliable, and maintainable backend systems.
• Design and build tooling and core software for calibration, protocol development, experimentation, and automation of quantum processor operations.
• Integrate protocols developed by physicists into core software platforms and system automation.
• Write clean, well-documented code and conduct code reviews to ensure quality and maintainability;
• Troubleshoot and debug software issues, identify bottlenecks, and optimize performance.
• Improve user experience through system enhancements and optimizations.
• Mentor and guide junior quantum software engineers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 5 or more years of hands-on software development experience.
• Strong experience with Python.
• Experience with debugging, profiling, and performance optimization tools.
• Background in scientific computing, data analytics, quantum physics, or quantum computing.
• Proficiency with Git version control;
• Experience with software testing practices, including unit, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred:

• Experience working closely with physicists or interdisciplinary research teams.
• Familiarity with quantum computing systems, calibration workflows, or quantum processor operations.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Salary range: $124,360 – $186,540 per year (based on experience and level).
• Competitive total rewards package including base salary, equity, bonus, and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth, mentorship, and career development;
• Collaborative and innovative work environment focused on cutting-edge quantum technologies.

Other Information:

• Role involves close collaboration between software engineering and physics teams.
• Focus on enabling quantum computing systems through robust software and automation.
• D-Wave promotes a culture of inclusion, innovation, accountability, and continuous learning;
• Equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants are considered regardless of protected characteristics.
• No third-party candidates will be accepted.