Salary Range: 72000 to 108000 (Currency: GBP) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• 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 

YOU ARE:

• Someone with a Masters, PhD, or equivalent in Operations Research, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, or related technical field preferred 
• A professional with 5+ years experience with Python. Knowledge of NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, and Networkx is an extra bonus!  
• Experienced working directly with external customers (ideally in a consulting role) to identify requirements and consult on solutions to complex business problems 
• Experienced using leading optimization tools (e.g., CPLEX or Gurobi)  
• Practical with a view of what it means to solve customer problems, with a strong sense of urgency and an understanding 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  
• Passionate for writing state-of-the-artcode 
• Experience providing technical leadership from business problem definition, functional requirements specifications, to solution design and implementation 
• Proven record of successful on-time delivery of projects with a high degree of predictability and quality 
• Preferably experienced within industries such as Manufacturing, Logistics, Retail, Services  
• Must be able to pass UK government clearance if needed.

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.