Senior Software Developer (Leap Web Services)

D-Wave (NYSE: QBTS), D-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. It is the world’s first commercial supplier of quantum computers, and the first and only to offer dual-platform quantum computing products and services, spanning both annealing and gate-model quantum computing technologies. D-Wave’s mission is to help customers realize the value of quantum today through enterprise-grade systems available on-premises and via its Leap™ quantum cloud service, which offers 99.9% availability and uptime. More than 100 organizations across commercial, government, and research sectors trust D-Wave to address complex computational challenges using quantum computing. Learn more about realizing the value of quantum computing today and how D-Wave is shaping the quantum-driven industrial and societal advancements of tomorrow: www.dwavequantum.com.

About the role

D-Wave is seeking a Senior Back-End Software Developer to contribute to the ongoing development of Leap™, our quantum-classical hybrid cloud platform. This role is ideal for an experienced software engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, taking ownership of projects, and collaborating across teams to deliver scalable, reliable solutions.

Since launching Leap, the world's first real-time quantum application environment, D-Wave has continued to the platform with new capabilities that enable developers and enterprises to solve computationally complex problems using quantum-powered applications. As a member of the Leap Web Services team, you will develop new features and maintain the services and platform capabilities that support our growing ecosystem of users and applications.

You will work closely with product owners, software architects, developers, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-quality software while helping to improve engineering practices, mentor team members, and contribute to the technical direction of the platform. While quantum computing experience is not required, you will have the opportunity to learn and grow in this rapidly evolving field.

What you'll do

Collaborate with product owners, team members, software architects and other functional teams to deliver new features from concept to deployment

Participate in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance

Maintain and improve existing systems by identifying inefficiencies and implementing enhancements

Independently own development tasks and contribute to moderately complex features and technical solutions

Troubleshoot and resolve bugs through code and system-level analysis

Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code

Participate in peer code reviews and provide constructive feedback aligned with best practices

Mentor junior and intermediate developers and support their technical growth

Support performance tuning and scalability improvements

Identify blockers early and collaborate with others to resolve issues

Participate in the annual Hackathon to explore and prototype new ideas

Participate in the on-call rotation to help ensure the high availability and reliability of Leap after demonstrating sufficient knowledge of the system – typically after 6–12 months

About You

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent, practical experience

5+ years of professional software development experience

Proficiency in Python for automation, scripting, and application development

Experience designing, implementing, and consuming REST APIs

Experience with Git workflows, including branching, merging, and pull requests

Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly and collaborate effectively across teams

Experience developing software in a Linux environment

Strong understanding of software architecture, algorithms, asynchronous programming, and performance optimization techniques

Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn through exploration and feedback

Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable mindset

Interest in improving processes and systems, with openness to support in implementation

Bonus Points

Experience with Golang or Rust

Experience with HPC environments, workload manager (such as Slurm, PBS, PBS Pro), and hetergeneous hardware integration

Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools (e.g., code generation, code review, testing, or documentation) and building AI-powered solutions to improve engineering productivity or automate workflows

Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, Spinnaker, or similar

Experience developing and deploying software in cloud environments such as AWS

Experience working with Kubernetes (K8s) and Argo CD, including deploying, managing, and troubleshooting cloud-native applications

Experience supporting production systems that you helped develop, including troubleshooting, incident response, and operational support

Additional Requirements

Candidates must be willing and able to work from our office in Burnaby, Canada, for six weeks during the onboarding process

Travel to the Burnaby, Canada, office is required a minimum of two weeks per year, as the software organization convenes for in-person discussions, collaboration, and our yearly hackathon

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.

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 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.

The anticipated salary/hourly wage range for this position is between $150,000 and $206,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, work location, and alignment with the responsibilities of the role.

We believe great work starts with supporting our people. Eligible U.S.-based full-time and part-time employees regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week have access to a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; disability and life insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; paid holidays; wellness and well-being resources; paid sick time; and flexible paid time off to support rest and well-being. Employees may also be eligible to participate in short-term and/or long-term incentive programs.

Export Controls:

This position may include access to controlled information or technology under U.S. export control laws. Employment may be contingent on either the applicant verifying falling under the "U.S. Person" definition (including U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or the employer timely obtaining any necessary export license under federal laws. The employer valuates export licensing on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job application in its sole discretion as export license applications can take many weeks to process.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to pass a Tier 2 background investigation. This position also requires an active U.S. government security clearance or the ability to qualify for a U.S. government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).

The Fine Print:

No 3rd party candidates will be accepted

The pay range for this role is:

150,000 - 206,000 USD per year(Remote (United States))