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Senior Benchmarking Researcher [551] at D-Wave Quantum

Department: Algorithms, Performance, and Tools

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Compensation

CA$140,000 – CA$170,000/yr

Setup
On-site
Location
Burnaby, British Columbia
Type
Full-time
Level
senior
Posted

Description

D-Wave is hiring a Senior Benchmarking Researcher for its Algorithms, Performance, and Tools team. The role leads research and development in the Hybrid Development Program, developing quantum-classical hybrid algorithms, benchmarking and characterizing quantum computing systems, reproducing and evaluating scientific literature, designing experiments, analyzing performance trends, and communicating findings. Candidates need a master’s or PhD in a relevant field or equivalent practical experience, at least four years of full-time research experience, strong Python skills, and experience with algorithm development, machine learning, Monte Carlo methods, or statistical physics. The base salary is targeted at $140,000–$170,000 CAD per year.

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