Riverlane
Technology
LeadQuantumErrorCorrectionResearcher
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“Lead Quantum Error Correction Researcher at Riverlane. Skills: Quantum error correction, Research leadership. Push boundaries of QEC research. Coach and level up researchers”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver world's first QEC stack; Unlock useful, scalable quantum computing
Industry & Context.
Complex problem solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
PhD in mathematics, physics, computer science, or related technical field, Proven ability to undertake high-quality theoretical work, Experience driving research direction, Experience leading multi-person projects, Working knowledge of QEC, Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Nice to Have
Experience undertaking or leading QEC research, Knowledge of qLDPC codes, Understanding of one or more qubit modalities, Experience leading a group of researchers, Knowledge of Python, Knowledge of C++, Track record of winning contracts or grants
What You'll Do.
Push boundaries of QEC research
Coach and level up researchers
Own and lead projects end to end
Work with cross-functional partners
Shape direction of QEC research
Translate research into outcomes
Contribute to company goals
Line-manage team members
Build external relationships
Help define new projects
Contribute to proposals
Share knowledge across teams
Communicate results through publications
Communicate results through talks
Communicate results through presentations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional partners; External partners; Collaborators; Customers; Hardware partners; Across teams
Communication Scope
Publications; Talks; Presentations; Written communication; Oral communication
Process & Methodology
Project leadership
Full Job Description
Cambridge, UK | Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid Salary: £72,000 to £140,000, DOE + Bonus + Benefits The salary range for this role is broad, as we are able to consider varying levels of experience. Any offer made will carefully take into account level of experience (including relevant industry experience), transferable relevant skills and previous relevant achievements. We will also consider part-time applications for this role. Please indicate your preferred working schedule in your cover letter. About us 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. About the role 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. This 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
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