Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Cambridge, UK | Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid
Salary: £70,000 to £90,000 DOE
About The Role
At Riverlane, we build cutting‑edge solutions to tackle quantum error correction (QEC) across the industry. As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer you will help build the world’s first QEC stack – Deltaflow – working closely with product, quantum physics and hardware teams to design, develop and deliver this system.
Responsibilities
- Design and build embedded software components for the QEC stack, ensuring seamless product deployment to partners.
- Integrate the QEC stack into world‑class quantum computing systems.
- Develop benchmark and test infrastructure to verify and measure whole‑system correctness and performance.
- Collaborate with Product and Quantum Science teams to understand requirements and constraints for the system.
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Physics, Maths or a related discipline.
- Strong C++ skills.
- Proficiency with a scripting language such as Python.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work with a diverse range of people.
- Curiosity to learn about new technologies, including quantum computing and error correction.
- Deep understanding of how hardware implements software.
- Experience with source control, continuous integration and unit testing practices.
Nice to Have
- Hands‑on experience working alongside hardware design.
- Experience writing embedded software for high‑performance applications.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including annual bonus, private medical insurance, life insurance, and a contributory pension scheme.
- Equity participation.
- 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and enhanced family leave.
- Diverse work environment with experts from many fields and over 20 nationalities.
- Learning environment with regular events, training budgets and conference support.
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 under‑represented 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.
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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Cambridge, UK | Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid
Salary: £70,000 to £90,000 DOE
About The Role
At Riverlane, we build cutting‑edge solutions to tackle quantum error correction (QEC) across the industry. As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer you will help build the world’s first QEC stack – Deltaflow – working closely with product, quantum physics and hardware teams to design, develop and deliver this system.
Responsibilities
- Design and build embedded software components for the QEC stack, ensuring seamless product deployment to partners.
- Integrate the QEC stack into world‑class quantum computing systems.
- Develop benchmark and test infrastructure to verify and measure whole‑system correctness and performance.
- Collaborate with Product and Quantum Science teams to understand requirements and constraints for the system.
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Physics, Maths or a related discipline.
- Strong C++ skills.
- Proficiency with a scripting language such as Python.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work with a diverse range of people.
- Curiosity to learn about new technologies, including quantum computing and error correction.
- Deep understanding of how hardware implements software.
- Experience with source control, continuous integration and unit testing practices.
Nice to Have
- Hands‑on experience working alongside hardware design.
- Experience writing embedded software for high‑performance applications.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including annual bonus, private medical insurance, life insurance, and a contributory pension scheme.
- Equity participation.
- 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and enhanced family leave.
- Diverse work environment with experts from many fields and over 20 nationalities.
- Learning environment with regular events, training budgets and conference support.
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 under‑represented 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.
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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