Senior Solution Architect

Summary

Join D-Wave, a leader in quantum computing, as a Senior Solution Architect! This remote, UK-based role focuses on building and delivering quantum optimization solutions for diverse customer applications. You will collaborate with internal teams and external clients, mapping business problems to D-Wave's hybrid solvers, developing applications, and ensuring successful project delivery. Strong optimization skills and Python proficiency are essential. The position offers competitive pay, company ownership, and a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements and professional development opportunities. A Master's or PhD in a relevant field is preferred, along with 5+ years of Python experience and experience working with customers on complex business problems.

Requirements

• Have 5+ years experience with Python
• Be experienced working directly with external customers (ideally in a consulting role) to identify requirements and consult on solutions to complex business problems
• Be experienced using leading optimization tools (e.g., CPLEX or Gurobi)
• Have a strong knowledge of mathematical modeling and optimization solution techniques
• Have experience with a version control software such as Git
• Have experience building applications to solve complex business problems for customers
• Possess a collaborative mindset and solid interpersonal skills
• Be passionate for writing state-of-the-art code
• Have experience providing technical leadership from business problem definition, functional requirements specifications, to solution design and implementation
• Have a proven record of successful on-time delivery of projects with a high degree of predictability and quality
• Be able to pass UK government clearance if needed

Responsibilities

• Build customer applications on the D-Wave quantum computer and internal tools
• Ensure successful delivery of projects to achieve business value for customers
• Communicate capabilities with customers and ask probing questions to understand the problem and propose solutions
• Gather requirements on customer use cases, lead brainstorming sessions, consult with customers on potential solutions, model use cases mathematically, and design and develop quantum hybrid applications
• Build and maintain relationships with leaders across various groups within D-Wave
• Share customer and project-related insights with D-Wave's tools and product teams and help prioritize new product features
• Organize, prepare, and present technical information in a clear and effective manner
• Participate in the development of an inclusive, helpful, fun environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Have a Masters, PhD, or equivalent in Operations Research, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, or related technical field
• Have knowledge of NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, and Networkx
• Be experienced within industries such as Manufacturing, Logistics, Retail, Services

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Company Ownership
• Great benefit offerings
• In-Office Not Required (yes, we were distributed before it was cool)
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Employee Networking and Events
• Inclusive Culture
• Meaningful Perks and Rewards
• Learning and Development Opportunities