Senior Solutions Architect

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Solutions Architect – Optimization (Remote, USA)

D-Wave is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect to lead the design and implementation of quantum optimization solutions for real-world business problems; This hands-on role involves working directly with customers and internal technical teams to map customer challenges to hybrid quantum solutions, using D-Wave’s advanced quantum computing systems.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy quantum optimization applications using D-Wave’s tools and technologies.
• Engage with clients to understand their business challenges and consult on quantum-based solutions.
• Lead requirements gathering, model complex use cases, and oversee prototype development and testing.
• Translate mathematical optimization models into efficient Python-based solutions;
• Collaborate with product and tools teams to provide feedback and help shape future platform features.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with both internal teams and external clients;
• Present technical content effectively to stakeholders with varying levels of technical expertise.

Qualifications:

• Master’s or PhD in Operations Research, Data Science, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience with Python; familiarity with libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, NetworkX.
• Strong knowledge of optimization methods and tools (e.g., CPLEX, Gurobi).
• Experience working with external customers in a consultative or delivery role;
• Deep understanding of mathematical modeling and hybrid quantum optimization.
• Familiarity with version control tools such as Git;
• Ability to translate complex problems into scalable software applications.
• U.S. citizenship or ability to pass U.S. government security clearance.

Preferred:

• Experience in industries such as manufacturing, logistics, or retail.
• Exposure to production deployment of optimization software solutions;
• Interest in and understanding of quantum computing, particularly annealing-based quantum systems.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Annual salary range: $124,000 – $186,000 USD
• Competitive equity, performance bonuses, and perks
• Work remotely from anywhere in the U.S;
• Inclusive and collaborative work culture
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of applied quantum computing