Lead Quantum Error Correction Researcher

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.

What you will do

• Pushing the boundaries of quantum error correction (QEC) through hands-on, high-impact research, while coaching and levelling up researchers in your team.
• Owning and leading multi-person projects end to end, working closely with your team and cross-functional partners across Riverlane.
• Actively shaping the direction and priorities of QEC research in relevant areas as we scale our technology and roadmap.
• Translating cutting-edge research into outcomes that move the company forward, contributing directly to Riverlane's goals and strategy.
• Line-managing, mentoring and supporting members of your team, helping them to grow and take on increasing responsibility.
• Building strong relationships with external partners, collaborators, and customers, including hardware partners across all qubit types.
• Helping define and win new projects by contributing to compelling proposals and funding opportunities.
• Sharing knowledge and collaborating across teams to rapidly advance our products.
• Writing and reviewing code for our internal and open-source codebases.
• Communicating results clearly and decisively through publications, talks, and presentations at leading conferences and workshops.

What we need

• PhD in mathematics, physics, computer science, or a related technical field (or equivalent professional experience)
• Strong, working knowledge of QEC
• Proven ability to undertake high-quality theoretical work (for example, through publications)
• Experience undertaking or leading QEC research, evidenced by scientific publications
• Experience with qLDPC codes
• Experience driving the direction of scientific or technical research in quantum
• Experience leading projects involving multiple people
• A collaborative mindset with experience in guiding and mentoring less-experienced colleagues
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to discuss complex ideas with a variety of audiences in a clear way

Even better if you have...

• 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

How to apply

Please upload your resume and cover letter through our career page. Your cover letter should explain why you are applying for the job and what skills and experience you can bring to the role.