D-Wave (NYSE: QBTS), D-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. Learn more about realizing the value of quantum computing today and how we’re shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow: www.dwavequantum.com.

You can read more about our company and our innovations in the pages of The Wall Street Journal, Time Magazine, Fast Company, MIT Technology Review, Forbes, Inc. Magazine, Wired and across many whitepapers. 

At D-Wave, we’re helping customers realize the value of quantum computing today and are shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow.

About the role

D-Wave is seeking a talented and self-motivated Quantum Engineer to join our gate-model Quantum Engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, implementation, and testing superconducting quantum systems for our dual-rail cavity qubit architecture. You will bring a mixture of theory, design, simulation, and test experience that will help advance the development of large-scale error corrected quantum systems.  

What you'll do

Contribute to one of many different functions within the Quantum Engineering organization, including (but not limited to): 

• Design and implementation of large-scale superconducting qubit architectures 

• Development of new devices and component testing for advanced hardware development 

• Deliver and own production QPUs and maximize uptime for internal and external users 

• Perform research on quantum control and calibration techniques for dual-rail cavity qubits that support our mission to build error-corrected quantum systems 

• Drive pathfinding quantum error correction research for near-term and large-scale fault-tolerant quantum computing systems 

About You

• Ph.D. in quantum computing or a related experimental field plus two years’ experience in quantum technology development, or equivalent combination of academic and government or industrial research experience 

• Strong background in one or more of the following: device design theory and physics, E&M quantum device modeling, materials loss analysis, cryogenics and wiring, quantum control, and quantum measurement 

• Proficiency in scientific programming and data analysis (Python, Rust, Julia, MATLAB, C, C++ or similar) 

• Ability to design and execute projects from concept through validation both independently and within a larger team effort 

• Demonstrated initiative and self-motivation in driving research projects forward to completion 

• Strong written and verbal scientific communication skills 

• Strong teamwork and communication skills especially with working in interdisciplinary teams with professionals from other fields of physics and engineering 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with superconducting qubits and bosonic circuit QED 

• Experience with standard E&M design tools, such as ANSYS 

• Experience fabricating and testing Josephson junction devices, including transmons, fluxoniums, quantum-limited amplifiers, etc. 

• Hands-on experience setting up and performing cQED experiments 

• Experience with single-qubit and two-qubit gate experimental implementation, calibration, and benchmarking  

• Experience with quantifying and mitigating limiting mechanisms such as system drift, cross-talk, leakage  

• Exposure to theoretical or experimental error correction  

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.   

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 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:  

106,600 – 133,300 – 159,900 USD (New Haven)