Director of Open-Source Software

Cambridge UK Full-time Permanent Hybrid

Salary: 125000 to 150000 DOE Bonus Equity

About us

Riverlanesmission 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 industrys defining technical challenge such breakthroughs can never be is the world leader in QEC technology. QEC is a complex problem that requires a range of skillstalentand passion.

Having raised more than $125M in funding to date to accelerate ourcutting-edgeR&D in quantum error correction (QEC) Riverlane partners with many of the worlds leading quantum hardware providers and government agencies to make fault-tolerant quantum computing a reality.Weremaking remarkable progress and growing fast.

About the role

Riverlanes overarching mission is making quantum computing useful sooner. To achieve this goal we need to provide future developers with tools and frameworks that enable great science. As for-profit company open-source is an investment in our future: we want to grow the quantum community help them learn this nascent technology and evolve it this role you will set our direction in this space driving our open-source efforts identifying the components that can be used by the community building them either from zero or by adapting our internal toolboxes and finally disseminating their value.

What you will do

You will be responsible for Deltakit our open SDK driving the teams that develop analysis tools simulators visualizers and core components. You will use your technical expertise to set priorities and directions in collaboration with our product team and in line with our business model effectively shaping and building our products. You will interface with the internal developer community to understand and support them as well as the global community. Finally you will identify opportunities to amplify internal efforts and build software that is widely accessible to the global ecosystem.

What we need

• Proven experience in leading large open-source projects with real impact and sufficient technical or scientific complexity
• Excellent software skills in Python C.
• Understanding of one or more of the following areas:
  • Compilers
  • Simulators (ideally Quantum Simulators)
  • Analysis tools
  • Programming Languages
• Track record of working with developer ecosystems ideally with experience as maintainer.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team leadership experience.
• Member of open-source groups.

Even better if you have

• Good understanding of Quantum Computing
• PhD in Computer Science or a related discipline from a top University
• Organiser of open-source groups.

What can you expect from us

• A comprehensive benefits package that includesan annual bonus planprivate medical insurance life insurance and acontributory pension scheme

• Equity so that our team can share in the long-term success of Riverlane

• 28 days annual leaveplus bank holidays and enhanced family leave

• A diverse work environment that brings together experts in many fields (including software and hardware development quantum information theoryphysicsand maths) and over 20 different nationalities

• A learning environment that encourages individual team and company growth anddevelopment including a regular programme of learning events and training and conference budgets

How to apply

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 thatlooklike a good match. We do not use closing dates. So pleaseapply as soon as possible to avoidmissing out onthis role.

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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 ornearly allof the this applies to you we still encourage you to apply - you may be a great fit even if youdontmeet every single 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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