Solutions Architect - Optimisation

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Solutions Architect - Optimisation (UK & Ireland). Location: Remote (United Kingdom); UK & Ireland coverage

You will work closely with customers, internal delivery teams, and product leaders to turn complex business challenges into production-ready solutions powered by Python and advanced optimisation methods.

Duties:

• Build and deploy customer applications on D-Wave quantum systems and internal platforms.
• Translate customer business problems into mathematical and optimisation models.
• Design, prototype, test, and deliver hybrid quantum-classical solutions for production use.
• Work directly with customers to gather requirements, lead technical discussions, and propose effective solutions.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and provide clear business value;
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Share customer insights with product and tools teams to help guide feature development.
• Collaborate across internal teams to support sales, delivery, and customer success.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team environment.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree, PhD, or equivalent experience in Operations Research, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Data Science, or a related field preferred.
• At least 5 years of professional experience using Python for complex problem solving.
• Strong background in optimisation techniques and mathematical modeling;
• Experience with optimisation tools such as CPLEX or Gurobi.
• Experience building and delivering production-grade applications for customers.
• Hands-on experience working directly with external customers in a consulting or solutions role.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git;
• Ability to lead solution design from problem definition through implementation.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and leadership skills.
• Industry experience in manufacturing, logistics, retail, or services is a plus.

Benefits and Instructions:

• Salary range: £72,000–£108,000 per year, based on experience and role level.
• Competitive total rewards package including equity, bonus, and benefits.
• Fully remote role within the United Kingdom, supporting UK and Ireland customers.
• Opportunity to work with the world’s first commercial quantum computing company.
• Inclusive and supportive work culture focused on growth and innovation;
• No third-party candidates accepted.
• D-Wave is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.