Compiler Engineer, Riverlane
£50-65k
+ Equity & Annual bonus scheme
Error correction for quantum computing
Job no longer available
Error correction for quantum computing
101-200 employees
Job no longer available
£50-65k
+ Equity & Annual bonus scheme
101-200 employees
Company mission
To make quantum computing useful sooner.
Role
Who you are
- We are able to consider a range of levels of experience, and are therefore advertising this role at different levels of seniority. Please apply to the role you feel best suits your skills and experience
- You don't need a background in quantum computing to be successful in this role – quantum engineering requires a wide range of skills and disciplines, including classical computing skills
- Experience of shipping software to users
- Curiosity to learn new things
- Experience of working collaboratively, with a diverse range of people
- Broad knowledge of the whole software and hardware stack: compilers, operating systems, computer architectures
- Experience in compilers (can be LLVM MLIR, GCC, or others)
- Proficiency in Python; proficiency in C++ or Rust
- Interest in working in the quantum open-source ecosystem
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
What the job involves
- Our Tooling team are building out the compilation toolchain for fault tolerant quantum computing
- The compiler enables the quantum computer user to use representations of novel error correcting codes, and to execute their programs with new real-time decoders. This role is a fantastic opportunity to help us do this
- By applying your existing knowledge of computer science fundamentals, you will help Riverlane to build the critical compilation and runtime systems needed for this unique computing system. You will learn quantum computing along the way!
- It requires teams with a wide range of skills and perspectives, that communicate well and collaborate effectively to achieve truly innovative solutions
- You will thrive in an environment where knowledge-sharing and continuous learning are the norm
- Design and build system tools such as compilers, schedulers and debuggers
- Develop functional and performance models of control systems and hardware (our quantum error correction stack)
- Write correct, maintainable and fast code
- Build the software stack for error-corrected quantum computing systems
- Work with scientists and engineers to implement new error correcting codes, and runtimes for new decoders
Application process
- We will also consider part-time applications for this role. Please indicate your preferred working schedule in your cover letter
- Please upload a CV and cover letter by clicking 'Apply'. Your cover letter should explain why you are applying for the job and what skills and experience you can bring to the role
Our take
Whilst quantum computing is known for its precision, the machines used are small and prone to errors. Quantum error correction is the term given to the use of algorithms to fix errors in quantum computing, which Riverlane delivers through its quantum error correction software called Dataflow.
Dataflow was built by what Riverlane describes as the "world’s largest dedicated quantum error correction team". The product consists of proprietary QEC chips, hardware and software that work together to correct billions of errors every second. This will help to deliver a vast improvement upon modern quantum computers which can only perform a few hundred quantum operations before an error occurs.
Riverlane has enjoyed substantial funding which will allow the company to set out on its long-term road map. With such comprehensive expertise and a product that will aid companies and researchers for years to come, Riverlane will no doubt play an integral part of the future of quantum computing.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 8 rounds)
Jan 2025
$3.1m
GRANT
Aug 2024
$78.7m
SERIES C
Total funding: $133.1m
Company benefits
- Private medical insurance, life insurance and a contributory pension scheme
- Equity so that our team can share in the long-term success of Riverlane
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays and enhanced family leave
Company HQ
Central Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
Leadership
Steve Brierley
(CEO)Previously a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Cambridge and the Heilbronn Institute for Mathematical Research.
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