Senior/Staff Research Software Engineer

• Riverlane’s QEC research only moves as fast as the software that supports it
• Researchers working on decoding algorithms need tools they can trust: fast, correct, and built to last
• You’ll sit within the Research teams, working alongside mathematicians, physicists and engineers to develop the simulation and analysis tooling that underpins their work
• The quality of the software directly shapes what research is possible
• At Senior level, you’ll take ownership of significant technical work and help researchers around you raise their engineering standards
• At Staff level, you’ll set direction across projects and may lead a small team
• 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
• Support whole research directions and lead teams

Benefits

• 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
• Private medical insurance, life insurance and a contributory pension scheme- This would suit someone who cares deeply about software quality and wants their work to directly shape what research is possible
• Proficiency in C++ and Python is essential
• An interest in quantum computing
• Confidence in basics of linear algebra, discrete mathematics, and probabilities
• MSc in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field (or equivalent professional experience)
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Experience with software engineering tools: CI/CD, containers, version control, static and dynamic code analysis
• Experience with collaborative programming
• Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team
• A passion for learning and curious mindset
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to discuss complex ideas with a variety of audiences, in a clear and simple way
• Experience of quantum computing
• Experience of shipping software to users
• Experience of GPU programming
• 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- 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