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As a Lead Quantum Error Correction Researcher at Riverlane, you won’t just research quantum error correction - you’ll help us build it. Your work will help deliver the world’s first QEC stack and unlock useful, scalable quantum computing.
We have a fantastic opportunity to join one of Riverlane’s more science-focused quantum error correction teams, which works to enable large-scale error-corrected quantum computation. Thi s world-class, highly collaborative team brings together mathematicians, physicists, computer scientists and software engineers, working side by side on a diverse portfolio of cutting-edge research projects. In this senior role, you will lead high-impact research projects and manage a small team within a larger, multidisciplinary group. You’ll balance deep, hands-on research with technical leadership, mentoring, and strategic direction.
Riverlane’s mission is to master quantum error correction (QEC) and unlock a new age of human progress. From advances in material and climate science, to complex chemistry simulation for new drug design, quantum computers will help humanity solve some of its most important challenges. But without QEC, the industry’s defining technical challenge, such breakthroughs can never be achieved. Riverlane is the world leader in QEC technology. QEC is a complex problem that requires a range of skills, talent and passion.
Having raised more than $125M in funding to date to accelerate our cutting-edge R&D in quantum error correction (QEC), Riverlane partners with many of the world’s leading quantum hardware providers and government agencies to make fault-tolerant quantum computing a reality. We’re making remarkable progress and growing fast.
As a Lead Quantum Error Correction Researcher at Riverlane, you won’t just research quantum error correction - you’ll help us build it. Your work will help deliver the world’s first QEC stack and unlock useful, scalable quantum computing.
We have a fantastic opportunity to join one of Riverlane’s more science-focused quantum error correction teams, which works to enable large-scale error-corrected quantum computation. Thi s world-class, highly collaborative team brings together mathematicians, physicists, computer scientists and software engineers, working side by side on a diverse portfolio of cutting-edge research projects. In this senior role, you will lead high-impact research projects and manage a small team within a larger, multidisciplinary group. You’ll balance deep, hands-on research with technical leadership, mentoring, and strategic direction.
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PhD in mathematics, physics, computer science, or a related technical field (or equivalent professional experience)
Proven ability to undertake high-quality theoretical work (for example, through publications)
Experience driving the direction of scientific or technical research
Experience leading projects involving multiple people
A collaborative mindset with experience in guiding and mentoring less-experienced colleagues
Working knowledge of QEC
Ability to work effectively both independently, and as part of a team
Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to discuss complex ideas with a variety of audiences in a clear way
Experience undertaking or leading QEC research, evidenced by scientific publications
Knowledge of qLDPC codes
Understanding of one or more qubit modalities
Experience leading a group of researchers working across multiple projects, balancing competing priorities
Knowledge of Python and/or C++
A track record of winning contracts or grants
A comprehensive benefits package that includes an annual bonus plan, 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
A diverse work environment that brings together experts in many fields (including software and hardware development, quantum information theory, physics and maths) and over 20 different nationalities
A learning environment that encourages individual, team and company growth and development, including a regular programme of learning events and training and conference budgets
Quantum computing company building real-time error-correction software and hardware for computer makers, governments, and research labs.
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