Senior Python Application Developer - Professional Services

Senior Python Application Developer - Professional Services

Direct Hire / Full time, Remote based in USA (See below)

D-Wave (NYSE: QBTS) a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services, and is the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers—and the only company building both annealing quantum computers and gate-model quantum computers. Our mission is to unlock the power of quantum computing today to benefit business and society. We do this by delivering customer value with practical quantum applications for problems as diverse as logistics, artificial intelligence, materials sciences, drug discovery, scheduling, cybersecurity, fault detection, and financial modeling. D-Wave’s technology has been used by some of the world’s most advanced organizations including Mastercard, Deloitte, Davidson Technologies, ArcelorMittal, Siemens Healthineers, Unisys, NEC Corporation, Pattison Food Group Ltd., DENSO, Lockheed Martin, Forschungszentrum Jülich, University of Southern California, and Los Alamos National Laboratory. 

Our company and its innovations have appeared in the pages of Time Magazine, Fast Company, MIT Technology Review, Forbes, INC Magazine and Wired. As of August 8, 2022, our company is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange as $QBTS. 

The role:

We are seeking a talented Senior Application Developer to join our Professional Services team. In this role you will focus on delivering applications for our customers while building upon successful projects to develop industry-leading applications running on D-Wave’s advanced quantum systems.   

This position will give you the opportunity to learn about D-Wave’s application environment and work with internal teams and customers to build applications for market launch.  This is an exciting opportunity to work with industry-leading customers and cutting-edge quantum computing technology.  

• Develop algorithms to solve complex problems while building applications on the D-Wave quantum computer and internal tools 
• Implement and optimize the performance of quantum applications using programming languages, such as Python, and/or applicable optimization tools 
• Build out open-source applications to solve complex problems for customers or for market release     
• Ensure successful delivery of projects to achieve positive business value for customers 
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and other team members to understand application requirements and design customizedsolutions 
• Become an expert on a variety of our professional services offerings such as our cloud service (LEAP) and open-sourced software tools (Ocean) 
• Help to solve real world, challenging problems that have a direct impact on our customers business success 

• 5+ years professional experience with Python. Knowledge of NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, and Networkx is an extra bonus!  
• Masters, PhD, or equivalent in Operations Research, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or related technical field preferred 
• Experience working directly with customers to identify requirements and consult on solutions to complex business problems  
• Strong knowledge of probability, statistics and/or math 
• Experience with a version control software such as Git     
• Experience implementing complex algorithms     
• Experience using leading optimization tools (e.g., CPlex or Gurobi) to solve optimization problems 
• Experience building open-source applications to solve complex problems for customers or for market release     
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and demonstrated creativity in approaching new problems     
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills     
• Self-motivated, proactive, flexible, and passionate about writing state-of-the-artcode 

• 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.  

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. 

OUR IMPACT ON YOU: 

Competitive Pay. Company Ownership. Unlimited Vacation. Great benefit offerings.12 Weeks Parental Leave. In-Office Not Required (yes, we were distributed before it was cool). Flexible Work Arrangements. Telehealth and Telemental Health. Employee Networking and Events. Inclusive Culture. Meaningful Perks and Rewards. Learning and Development Opportunities... And we’re always reviewing more ways to positively impact your life! 

THE FINE PRINT: 

No 3rd party candidates will be accepted.

Candidates must be based in one of the following state locations to be considered:

AZ,CA,CO,FL,HI,ID,IL,IN,KS,KY,MA,MD,ME,MI,MN,MT,NC,NH,NJ,NY,OH,OR,PA,TN,TX,UT,VA,WA,WI. No other locations will be considered.

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.