Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Firmware)

Riverlane; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus plan

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Contributory pension scheme

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Job summary

Riverlane, based in Cambridge, UK, is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and build components for their quantum error correction stack. This is a full-time, hybrid position with a salary range of £70,000 to £90,000 depending on experience.

The ideal candidate will possess strong C++ and Python skills, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and be excited about collaborating with teams in a cutting-edge field. Benefits include a comprehensive package, equity, and 28 days annual leave.

Qualifications

• Strong C++ skills are essential for the role.
• Proficiency in Python or similar scripting languages required.
• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design and build embedded software components for quantum error correction.
• Integrate QEC stack into quantum computing systems.
• Develop test infrastructure for system performance verification.

Skills

Strong C++ skills

Proficiency with a scripting language (Python)

Great communication skills

Curiosity to learn about new technologies

Understanding of hardware implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Physics, Maths or related discipline

Job description

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Cambridge, UK | Full‑time | Permanent | Hybrid

Salary: £70,000 to £90,000 DOE

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. 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

At Riverlane, we build new and advanced solutions to solve one of the hardest problems in quantum computing: quantum error correction (QEC). As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer at Riverlane, you will help build the world’s first quantum error correction stack – Deltaflow. This cutting‑edge work will involve collaborating with our world‑class engineering, product and quantum physics teams to design, build and deliver this stack.

At Riverlane, we are creating something truly unique, complex and large‑scale, so being comfortable with engineering to evolving specs is key. As such, you will be happy and excited to get hands‑on quickly in areas outside your own expertise. You will also work well with different people and be team‑oriented.

Prior quantum computing knowledge is not necessary – you will learn this along the way!

What you will do

• Design and build embedded software components for our quantum error correction stack, specifically targeting features that aid with seamless deployment of our product to partners
• Integrate our QEC stack into world‑class quantum computing systems
• Develop test infrastructure to verify and benchmark whole‑system correctness and performance
• Work alongside our Product and Quantum Science teams to understand the requirements and constraints for this cutting‑edge system

What We Need

• A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Physics, Maths or a related discipline
• Great communication skills and an ability to work with a diverse range of people are essential
• Strong C++ skills
• Proficiency with a scripting language, such as Python
• Curiosity to learn about new technologies, including quantum computing and error correction
• A deep understanding of how hardware implements software
• Experience with standard development practises, such as source control, continuous integration and unit testing

Even better if you have

• Hands‑on experience of working alongside hardware design
• Experience writing embedded software in high‑performance applications

What Can You Expect From Us

• 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

Everyone is welcome at Riverlane. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from eligible and suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender reassignment, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity/paternity.

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.

If you need any adjustments made to the application or selection process so you can do your best, please let us know. We will be happy to help.

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