Senior FPGA Engineer

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NASDAQ: QBTS) 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 FPGA Engineer to join our Quantum Systems and Technologies team. In this role, you will design and implement the signal processing and real-time control systems that connect our quantum computing hardware with the software that operates it.

We are looking for an innovative problem solver who is eager to take on challenging FPGA problems, take initiative, and contribute as a productive member of a small, collaborative team. You will have the opportunity to help shape our quantum processor control systems, contributing to highly visible, impactful projects that advance the future of quantum computing.

What you'll do

• Design, implement, and verify SystemVerilog modules for low-latency, high-bandwidth signal processing chains that support quantum processor control

• Develop FPGA-based real-time control and signal processing systems on AMD Xilinx Ultrascale+ platforms

• Contribute to architecture discussions and decisions, collaborating upstream with quantum compiler engineers and downstream with RF hardware designers

• Develop embedded software and Linux device drivers, including work with the Xilinx Pynq framework, to interface FPGA hardware with control software

• Write clean, well-documented code, and participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and maintainability

• Manage a complex toolchain and test/verification environment

• Troubleshoot and debug issues, identify bottlenecks, and develop unit tests to ensure system reliability

• Collaborate with software engineers, scientists, and hardware engineers to design and implement working solutions

About You

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field

• 5+ years of FPGA development experience with Verilog/SystemVerilog for synthesis and simulation

• Experience with Python, with a focus on performance in embedded systems

• Experience with Embedded C programming, with a focus on performant code

• Experience with AMD Xilinx SoC platforms (e.g., Ultrascale+) and mixed-signal processing

• Experience with system-level design, the Xilinx Pynq framework, and Pynq device driver development

• Strong Linux skills, including system programming, device driver development, bash scripting, and configuration management

• Competence with Git for version control, build tools, and CI/CD pipelines

• Strong problem-solving skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a desire to learn from experienced engineers and contribute to a multi-disciplinary team

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 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.

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The base pay range for this role is:

$125,000 – 187,000 USD (New Haven)