Senior Quantum Error Correction Software Engineer

Qec Software EngineerD-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. We are the world's first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the only company building both annealing and gate-model quantum computers. Our mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum, today. Our quantum computers — the world's largest — feature QPUs with sub-second response times and can be deployed on-premises or accessed through our quantum cloud service, which offers 99.9% availability and uptime. More than 100 organizations trust D-Wave with their toughest computational challenges. With over 200 million problems submitted to our quantum systems to date, our customers apply our technology to address use cases spanning optimization, artificial intelligence, research and more.D-Wave is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented QEC Software Engineer to co-design, validate, and test infrastructure for QEC. In addition, the selected candidate will also perform simulations and resource estimation for practical applications with state-of-the-art fault-tolerant implementations.What You'll DoCollaborate with physicists and other QEC specialists to develop, simulate, and experimentally validate QEC codesImplement robust software components, integrate them into D-Wave's software stack, and write comprehensive testsWork with stakeholders on both near- and long-term quantum computing applications including error correction resource estimation for practical problemsWrite clean, well-documented code and conduct thorough code reviews to ensure code quality and maintainabilityProvide software mentorship and guidance on best practices and help drive adherence to software best practicesAbout YouMS or PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field with a specialization in quantum computing5+ years of hands-on software development experience with C, C++, Python, or another general-purpose compiled programming language3+ Quantum computing or quantum information experience including at least one modern quantum SDK such as Qiskit, Q#, CUDA-Q, or StimCompetence with Git version control, build tools, and CI/CD pipelinesUse of software testing principles and practices, including unit testing, integration testing, and end-to-end testingStrong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a collaborative team environmentExcellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts.A D-Waver's DNAWe 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 view. 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.Inclusion:We celebrate diverse perspectives to drive innovation in our pursuit. Our employees range from distinguished domain experts with decades of experience in their respective fields, to bright and motivated graduates eager to make their mark. Our diverse and innovative team will make you feel appreciated, supported and empower your career growth at D-Wave.The base pay range for this role is:124,360 - 186,540 USD (New Haven, CT)