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D-Wave · 11 hours ago

Senior Solutions Architect - Optimization – U.S. Government

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

$124K/yr - $186K/yr

5+ years exp

D-Wave is a leader in the development and delivery of quantum computing systems, software, and services. The Senior Solutions Architect will build and deliver quantum optimization solutions for U.S. Government customers while collaborating with internal teams and external clients to address complex business problems using D-Wave's advanced quantum systems.

ElectronicsManufacturingQuantum ComputingSemiconductor

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Build U.S. Government 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

Qualification

PythonMathematical modelingOptimization toolsData ScienceVersion control (Git)Technical leadershipInterpersonal skillsCollaborative mindsetCommunication skills

Required

Must currently have or be able to get a US Government Secret or higher-level security clearance

5+ years' experience with Python

Experience working directly with external customers (ideally in a consulting role) to identify requirements and consult on solutions to complex business problems

Experience using leading optimization tools (e.g., CPLEX or Gurobi)

A deep understanding of what it means to solve customer problems, with a strong sense of urgency and knowledge of project delivery requirements

Strong knowledge of mathematical modeling and optimization solution techniques

Experience with a version control software such as Git

Experience building applications to solve complex business problems for customers

Collaborative mindset and solid interpersonal skills

A passion for writing state-of-the-art code

Experience providing technical leadership from business problem definition, functional requirements specifications, to solution design and implementation

A proven record of successful on-time delivery of projects with a high degree of predictability and quality