Research Software Engineer, Riverlane

• MSc in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field (or equivalent professional experience)
• Proficiency in C++ and Python is essential
• Experience with collaborative programming
• Experience with software engineering tools: CI/CD, containers, version control, static and dynamic code analysis
• Confidence in basics of linear algebra, discrete mathematics, and probabilities
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team
• A passion for learning and curious mindset
• An interest in quantum computing
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to discuss complex ideas with a variety of audiences, in a clear and simple way
• Women and other underrepresented groups may be less likely to apply for a role unless they meet all or nearly all of the requirements. If this applies to you, we still encourage you to apply - you may be a great fit, even if you don’t meet every single qualification. We’d love to hear from you

Desirable

• As a Software Engineer at Riverlane, you will help build the world’s first Quantum Error Correction (QEC) stack, a critical step towards making useful quantum computing a reality
• This role sits within Riverlane’s Explore research team, which focuses on advancing our decoding algorithms at the core of the QEC stack
• These algorithms underpin both our product development and our research efforts and form a central part of how we push the field forward
• The team brings together mathematicians, physicists and engineers, working closely across disciplines on challenging technical problems
• You will collaborate directly with researchers, contributing to research code, internal tools and production software
• Your work will play an important role in translating new ideas into robust, high-quality software that colleagues and customers can rely on
• Developing research ideas and prototypes into correct, maintainable, and fast code
• Delivering reliable and optimised software implementations of cutting-edge decoding algorithm
• Maintaining and evolving repositories and software releases at the high engineering level
• Extending Riverlane’s software tools for quantum simulation and QEC decoding and analysis
• Sharing expertise and collaborating with other teams at Riverlane to guide the development of various parts of the QEC stack

• Please upload a CV and covering letter by clicking 'Apply'. Your covering letter should explain why you are applying for the job and what skills and experience you can bring to the role
• We review CVs as we receive them and interview as soon as we have applications that look like a good match. We do not use closing dates. So, please apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this role